HOW TO IMPROVE YOUR BBQ HOME EXPERIENCE

Everyone loves to barbecue. After all, who can resist that juicy, tender meat grilled to perfection? In many countries, barbecue is considered a common practice in many households. From a fun weekend barbecue session with the family to a bigger cookout for the neighborhood, there’s no better way to spend quality time together.

Barbecues in Malta, for instance, has always been an ordinary activity, especially during summer. Locals from all over the country are still up for a nice grilled meat fest no matter where it is. Be it on a beach, a backyard, or even a public park, these barbecue enthusiasts are sure to keep the fire burning and the meat grilling.

Unfortunately, some people still find it frustrating to have a pleasurable barbecue home experience. Some even reach the point where they simply give up and entirely rely on barbecue restaurants for all their grilled cravings.

If you love barbecue but couldn't get it right, you might want to consider following these helpful tips that will improve your barbecue home experience.

NOTHING BEATS A CLEAN GRILL

Barbecuing in a messy grill with racks caked with charcoal and gunk can make your experience unpleasant. Not only will it make your grilling more challenging but it will also affect the quality of your food.

Keeping your grill clean can make all the difference. Aside from being more sanitary, it will also make you feel like a better cook. A clean grill allows heat to transfer better to your food, reducing your cooking time. It will also make your flipping a lot easier.

After barbecuing, make sure to clean the grill for future use. It’s easier to clean while still hot but make sure to be cautious when doing so to avoid any injury.

HEAT THE GRILL FIRST BEFORE BARBECUING

Most of us failed to realize that it’s better to start barbecuing when the grill is already hot. A lot of people even rush to slam burger patties, steaks, or salmons onto the grill even before it has time to heat up thoroughly. The result? Meat sticking everywhere.

To avoid this problem, it’s better to heat the grill before placing your food. Not only will it make it easier to cook but it will also leave those beautiful grill marks on the surface of the meat. Aside from that, it worth noting that adding multiple foods to the grill at the same time will absorb more heat and cool down the rack faster, so it’s better to start with a few instead.

PREP YOUR INGREDIENTS BEFORE GRILLING

Another simple yet essential factor to consider before barbecuing is preparing all necessary ingredients in advance. You wouldn’t want to grill meat just taken out of the fridge. Aside from being stiff, it will also not absorb the seasonings properly.

You might want to consider marinating your meat overnight as well. This will allow the meat to absorb the flavors of your marinades completely.

PROPER VENTILATION

Having proper ventilation while grilling is a crucial aspect of getting a good barbecue experience at home. Fire from your firebox should not smolder but burn freely instead. If the smoke coming from your firebox is light blue, then you have proper ventilation. However, if it’s billowing white, you might want to consider opening the vents on your firebox. However, some firebox has no proper vents. An easy way to fix this is by drilling a hole on the side.

DON’T LEAVE THE GRILL UNTIL YOUR MEAT IS COOKED

You may not know it but walking away from the grill is not a good practice, especially when barbecuing at home. Foods left unattended on the grill are likely to end up getting burnt, which in return can ruin your barbecue experience.

To avoid this, it’s better to wait until everything is cooked before leaving the grill. After all, you only need to stand there for 10 minutes or so. That’s relatively short compared to the amount of time you need to spend when you start barbecuing all over again.

DON’T FLIP THE MEAT OFTEN

Some people can’t help themselves from playing with what they are grilling. From poking and pressing it down to flipping it more often than needed, it’s just gets tempting to move your food around.

But did you know that it can actually affect the quality and taste of your food? Leaving the food alone on the grill will give it the caramelization it needs to bring out all the rich flavors. So, if you want a better tasting meal, fight the urge to play with your food while grilling.