Comments on: 10 Essential Tools and Tips for Successful Charcoal Barbecuing

By: Anna Collins

Anna Collins — Fri, 04 Nov 2022 02:07:50 +0000

Thank you for the tip when you said to do proper research when selecting the barbecue grill to buy since they come in many different styles, sizes, and extra features, as well as to get several-sized grilling baskets for veggies and potatoes. My cousins will be visiting next weekend, and we had agreed on having a barbecue party for dinner that day. I’ll have to stop by an outdoor grilling store later to buy the equipment we need while keeping what you said in mind.

By: Deanna@onestepwoman.net

Deanna@onestepwoman.net — Mon, 06 May 2013 23:08:00 +0000

In reply to Sandy Coughlin. Thanks Sandy!

By: Miss @ Miss in the Kitchen

Miss @ Miss in the Kitchen — Sun, 05 May 2013 02:55:39 +0000

What excellent tips! We are so looking forward to grilling season.

By: Brenda @ a farmgirl's dabbles

Brenda @ a farmgirl's dabbles — Fri, 03 May 2013 16:16:04 +0000

First of all, big CONGRATS on the Answers.com gig, YAY!! I just took a look, great job! And then about the charcoal barbecuing…we love it, too. I am so grateful that Blake likes his time with the grills, and we have been blessed by countless wonderful meals because of it. He does like using charcoal, it’s his preference when we have a more lazy day/evening. And I, of course, love to eat whatever comes off that grill! I just printed off your salmon recipe (again, I think!)…I need to make it soon! Have a great weekend, Sandy! :)

By: Gerry @ Foodness Gracious

Gerry @ Foodness Gracious — Fri, 03 May 2013 07:06:16 +0000

Wow Hubs has got it down! I bbq by gas (I know, sshh) but I make up for it by smoking by charcoal for hours on end… you’re right about the flavor difference.

By: Laura

Laura — Fri, 03 May 2013 01:45:47 +0000

We have a charcoal grill (same shape/size as a typical gas one) and also a Louisiana Grill bbq. We loooove ribs, pulled pork, brisket, and lamb shoulder in our Louisiana Grill! Burgers and steaks go on our regular grill.

We’ve bbq’ed a few times already in our backyard for company. It’s kind of embarrassing … we just moved into this rental and all the beds are overgrown. It’s going to be a lot of work to just get the grass out of the flower beds, let alone planting something nice in there. But I figure friends won’t care, and if they do they’re too high-maintenance for me to keep up with anyway!

By: Laura

Laura — Fri, 03 May 2013 01:41:07 +0000

In reply to Jane.

http://www.homedepot.com/p/Weber-Rapidfire-Chimney-Starter-7416/100657893#.UYMVL7VOSLU

You need to use something flamable to start the fire. We use old newspaper, paper bags would work well. It only takes about 1/2 hour before the briquettes are ready for the grill, and without the chemicals from starter or self-starting coals.

Hope that helps!

By: Ad K.

Ad K. — Thu, 02 May 2013 20:34:10 +0000

We have not entertained outdoors yet this season. It has been a little cool and wet here, but are planning to as soon as possible. We have been grilling for ourselves though and enjoyed some great meals. We have a Weber kettle, a gas grill and a turkey fryer that all get a good workout. Our son is the grill whiz in our family and he enjoys seeing people sitting down to a meal he has helped prepare.

By: Cassie | Bake Your Day

Cassie | Bake Your Day — Thu, 02 May 2013 20:18:34 +0000

Great tips, friend! We only grill on charcoal and I wouldn’t trade the flavor for anything!

By: Paula - bell'alimento

Paula - bell'alimento — Thu, 02 May 2013 18:47:38 +0000

Love these tips Sandy!