Food & Drink | Barbecue Tips For Beginners :: By Cherie Rasmussen ...

For most beginners, the talk of grills, smokers, pits, charcoal, and sauces can be more than just a bit daunting. But remember that ?the expert at anything was once a beginner?. So, if you want to make the move from beginner to expert at the barbecue, this summer is the best time to do it. Just take the plunge, and with a few handy tips, you?ll be doing your own fabulous cookout soon enough.

One of the first things you will need to get is a grill, and the first decision you will need to make is whether to buy a charcoal or a gas grill. The gas grill has convenience on their side, while the charcoal has taste. Also, the charcoal grill is all about slow cooking, so if you do not have the luxury of time, it may be a good idea to go with the gas grill.

Another thing you will need to keep in mind is the amount of space and the location available for the grilling. Apartment dwellers may find the smaller, portable grills easier to store, while people with larger yards and patios might want a larger, even built-in unit. Remember whichever grill you might buy, it is essential to read instructions very, very carefully.

Once you are done with the grill, you?ll have to think about the fuel. If using a charcoal grill, the quality of coals is extremely important. Once you have lighted the charcoal with lighter fluid, you will need another additional purchase of the fluid. Light the charcoal with long handled matches or lighters and make sure the coals are 89 percent ashed over before lighting. On the other hand, gas grills operate on propane or natural gas. Most local service stations sell propane, but natural gas is available only with the gas company.

Other accessories you will need to have are the thermometer, a timer, long handled matches and utensils and a wire brush for cleaning the grate.

Coming to the food, pick simpler foods when you are starting out. Take the help of a cookbook. Before putting the food on the grill, thaw it to room temperature. Remember to grill the food on both sides. Use a long handled fork or spatula to flip the food. Use the thermometer to check whether the food is done or not.

Keep other safety norms in mind. Never keep kids unattended around the grill. Make sure you are cooking in the outdoors and on a concrete or a flame retardant surface. Last of all, do not use the same dishes to carry raw meat and cooked meat so as to prevent cross-contamination.

Like the barbecue itself, the journey of the tandoor continues unabated, with Pakistani and Indian restaurants serving up tandoori delicacies to countless guests all over the world. The tandoori repertoire has gone on to include all kinds of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables, and even fruits and cheeses and its popularity continues to increase manifold everyday.

So get the grill going, get the kids into the yard, and enjoy your time with the family!

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