Become a BBQ Master

Do you want to master the art of barbequing? Like any other skill, BBQing takes time and practice, you need to have the right tools and take the time to learn to do it properly. Here are some top BBQ tips to help you along your journey. 

Preparation 

Barbequing like a pro means having the BBQ tools to not only do the job better but to do it faster. The right tools are essential for Barbequing. Grab some good tongs for flipping your meat over. Tongs stop any of those delicious juices from escaping since there’s no need to poke into the meat to flip them. 

 

Also, decide on whether you want to use lump charcoal or briquettes unless you have a gas BBQ of course. It has been an ongoing debate on which is better but the general consensus is that lump charcoal tends to burn hotter than briquettes, but not as long or as consistently. So decide which is best for you. 

 

Before you get too ahead of yourself, remember to give your grill a good clean too. If there’s a black crust on the grill bars, you need to get it off to guarantee no food gets stuck to the grill. Use a grill brush to get your grill clean and now you should be ready to go. 

Recipe for Success 

To be a BBQ master you need a great recipe. It doesn’t matter if it’s a multi-step 5-hour process or a quick and simple method, any recipe is better than just throwing your burgers, ribs or steak on the BBQ. You should always grab high-quality ingredients or even a purpose-made BBQ Pack. 

 

Also, take into consideration that the heat affects your food massively. So the placement of your food is key. Most meats should be directly above the heat to ensure they are cooked thoroughly and because they can withstand the heat without over-charing or falling apart. Thicker sliced vegetables should also be above direct heat, just remember to use plenty of olive oil on them. 

 

More delicate items like poultry, seafood and tender veg like asparagus should be placed away from the heat. This prevents any burning and ruining your food just remember to keep an eye on the food and its progress using your BBQ tools. 

 

If you are feeling adventurous, why not make your own BBQ sauce instead of using a shop bought one? It’s so simple to make your own sauce or marinade. Use fresh herbs with a little oil to add flavour.

Quick-Fire 

Here are three quick-fire bbq tips that are important to keep in mind:

 

• Stop flipping too much – Your meat should only be flipped once through the cooking process, when one side is cooked through so no pink is visible, flip to the other side. 
• Manage your time – Line up your food in the order you put them on the BBQ, this will help you keep track of cooking time. 
• Clean when you’re done – as simple as this sounds it’s often forgotten, cleaning your BBQ when you are done can save any hassle next time round. Remember to clean your BBQ tools too. 

Have Fun

Most importantly, remember to have fun with your BBQing, it is a great way to socialise, which will be much appreciated after the past year. Maybe have a drink and remember to enjoy yourself with your friends and family.

 

Taylors Butchers are here for all your BBQ needs, grab one of our fantastic kits or take a look at our range of delicious fresh meat. Any questions? Feel free to get in touch!