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tips & tricks
s u m m e r b b q s
f o r g r e a t g r i l l i n g
by: Steven Smith
sales manager
Tools
whether you're a beginner griller or an iron chef, you'll
need some tools to help you make the best food for your
barbecue. stock up on the basics, like a pair of tongs, a
grill brush, a long handle spatula.
Flavor it
when it comes to backyard grilling, there are several ways to
add extra flavor to your food. The quickest way is with glazes,
which are syrupy coatings often made with honey, maple
syrup, or molasses that are brushed on during the last few
minutes of grilling. similarly, wet and dry rubs require little
preparation time. apply these blends of herbs and spices (wet
rubs incorporate moist ingredients, such as oil, mustard, and
yogurt) up to a few hours before cooking to create a savory
crust. To deeply infuse foods with more flavor and tenderize
them, immerse them in marinades that are made with acidic
liquids, such as lemon juice, vinegar, and wine.
Keep the grill closed
Keep the lid of your grill down as long as possible. while it's
tempting to keep checking your food, opening the grill lets the
heat escape, which could lead to dry meats.
Be ready
when you cook in your kitchen, you can start and stop at any point to prepare your sides, condiments, plates, utensils, and
table setting, but on the grill, once your coals get going—there's no slowing them down. ensure you can focus on the task at
hand by prepping everything beforehand.
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