Summer is here and the steaks are ready to grill, the only problem is that you don't know exactly what type of barbeque grill to buy. There are many questions that need to be asked when buying a grill. Things such as cost, ease of use, other uses besides grilling, flavor and portability should be considered. The most important item in this list depends on what you want. This article looks in detail at the different categories and makes a judgment on which grills would be best in that category, charcoal, propane, natural gas or smokers.
The easiest grill to use is probably the natural gas grill. It is hooked to your homes natural gas line and therefore doesn't require you to buy large propane tanks on a regular basis. Getting a grill that has a battery powered or electric starter makes things even easier. Propane is probably the next easiest to use since there are no charcoal briquettes or wood chips to worry about. While it seems that a larger grill is a better grill, remember that larger also means a larger area to clean.PortabilityThe Weber Spirit E-310 36000 BTU gas barbecue is proud of its 36,000 BTU grilling intensity which can handle all kinds of grilling tasks. On top of that you'll be glad to know that one portion of the grilling area becomes a lot hotter than the other which allows you selections of heat.A free standing outdoor grill is a simple standard that works well in places like outdoor parks or apartment complexes. The standard grill is simply a grill and a box, with perhaps a few shelves for food and tools, and handles for moving and turning a hot grill. These grills are great for community areas because they are easy to clean up and do not require any additional maintenance from the landlord for supplying propane or gas.If flavor is the most important item on your list, a smoker or a charcoal grill should be your first priority. Smokers are meant to slow cook over time and impart a smoky flavor to meats. You can choose the type of wood to smoke that will give you the flavor you are looking for. The only problem with a smoker is when you want a quick pork chop or hamburger, it isn't so quick. Consider a gas grill for quicker cook meals and a smoker when you really want to impress the neighbors. Charcoal is the next best in the flavor department with no gas undertone. Gas grills can also impart a good grilled flavor, and now many gas grills have a smoker option on them.Grills only get more complex than the free standing grill. Gas powered grills for the home or patio are built with a number of components that make grilling outdoors just as if not more exciting than cooking in the kitchen. Gas grills often have two grilling levels, so it can cook meat as well as vegetable, and heat breads all at the same time. Some are also equipped with a stove eye, so it can cook potted food like beans.Both types of grills can be dressed up even more by rock or brick work. Once a perfect grill and perfect site have been chosen, give it a permanent, protected home in rock. This can easily be done as a weekend project. All that is needed is a flat of bricks or rocks, a bag of cement or mortar, and a few simple tools. Using rock work to house a grill protects the outdoor grill and also gives it a unique look that will make grilling outdoors even more enjoyable.FlavorFor such an inexpensive price of about $400+, most people would expect this gas barbecue to hold back on features. However, they were surprised by the suitable frills, from the front condiment shelves to the twin high temperature trays and fully closed storeroom box.
When portability is the most important requirement, propane is the way to go. Charcoal grills run a close second. Small propane tanks make it easy to take your grill camping or to a tailgate party and you aren't left wondering where to put the smoldering coals. Charcoal can work and there are several small portable units available; just make sure you have a plan for what to do with the used briquettes.
Author: Emma Snow
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