Backyard BBQ Prep for Summer
Summer is here, and it's time for a backyard barbecue! Whether you plan to organize a backyard cookout for the entire family or a big barbecue party with friends, it is a good idea to prep yourself beforehand. Country Paint and Hardware has thought about everything in this helpful guide. From the food to grill equipment and cold drinks-the following BBQ checklist covers everything you need to consider before organizing and catering for that big event.
Clean and season your grill
The first step to any great grilling is to ensure your grill is clean. Before using your grates, wash thoroughly with a mild, more sterile liquid to remove any burned-on food particles, old grease, or the protective wax coating applied for shipping. Citrusafe Bbq grill cleaner is a non-flammable, non-toxic, safe grill cleaner that is tough on grease and will remove all food stains leaving your grates looking clean and shiny. Next, rinse the grates using hot water and dry thoroughly with a soft cloth or paper towel.
Use a stiff-bristled steel brush to get any grime, rust, or gunk off for steel or cast-iron grates. The Weber bamboo grill brush has stainless steel bristles that help brush stubborn residues away quickly. The notched scraper is also easy to handle as it is fitted with a bamboo handle for an easier grip.
Season your grill
Next, season your grill grates. Seasoning is an excellent step as it helps create a non-stick cooking surface. Using a basting brush, a new paintbrush, or a paper towel, wipe your grates evenly with high heat-resistant oil such as peanut oil, vegetable oil, or canola oil. A can of Pam or a spray bottle also works fine. Start your grill and let it run for about fifteen minutes or until the oil burns off. Your grates are now ready to use.
Prep your food before grilling
Once your grill is set, it's time to set up your food. It's helpful to have all your veggies and meat prepped before you get to your grill, rather than doing it as you cook. Make burger patties, slice your veggies, and marinate chicken inside, then carry them outside. The Weber Deluxe grilling pan can handle your food as its high-end sides stop food from sliding off.
The pan is also the right tool to grill fish or any other delicate items that might otherwise fall through the cooking grate. The deluxe pan is dishwasher safe too, so cleaning up is no big headache.
Fuel
Barbecue, at its most, is an alchemy of smoke, wood, and meat; hence the fuel you use can dramatically affect your food's flavor. Your best bet is to use high-quality lump wood charcoal with none of the chemicals that help lesser charcoals burn. You can then add different hardwood chunks according to the flavor you want.
The Western Premium BBQ grill cooking chunks, Mesquite, is a favorite used by many locals in North Branford, CT. You can use mesquite bbq cooking chunks can be used in many grills to add an incredible wood smoke flavor to your barbeque dishes. As a long-time favorite wood in the south, mesquite has a sweet, strong, and complex aroma and is great with rich, full-bodied meats, chicken, lamb, duck, beef, seafood, and vegetables. You obviously wouldn't want to scare away your guests with smelly food!
Now you are on to grilling your meat
Place your meat on the grill and leave it undisturbed for a minute before turning it. Turn every minute or so until you achieve some enticing caramelization. If the meat is on the thick side, turn it regularly to prevent it from burning. Most importantly, do not overcrowd the grill. Leave space between each piece of meat so that oxygen can reach the charcoal.
You can use the non-stick Grill Zone rib rack from Country Paint and Hardware to hold your meat. This rib rack optimizes the space in the grill by keeping four slabs of ribs vertically upright while cooking. This allows you to grill other foods, maximizing the food you can cook and the people you plan to feed. The upright vertical position also creates uniform results without burning or turning.
Choose your grill
You cannot prep for a backyard bbq without a good grill. Whether you use your grill to cook hot dogs or roast vegetables, grillers often begin their barbecue journey by picking two types of grills: gas or charcoal. For gas lovers, the Weber Spirit Ii E-210-burner Lp gas grill would be an excellent option for you.
The Spirit II is equipped with a powerful GS4 grilling system and convenient features such as:
- Cool reversible porcelain enamel cast iron cooking grates
- Stainless steel burners that distribute heat evenly
- Stainless steel heat deflectors
- Two stainless steel side tables with tool hooks
This two-burner gas grill has a compact open-cart design and a folding side table that allows it to fit in small spaces. Join the Weber family and become an everyday griller with this unique grill.
Ice-cold drinks for everyone
Of course, a backyard bbq would never go right without a good supply of drinks to keep everyone cool and refreshed. You can offer a few nonalcoholic beverages for kids and guests who don't drink alcohol. Fill the cooler with ice-cold beers, pair some barbecued food with wine and maybe show some creativity with cook-out-worthy cocktails.
Bottom line
With all the excitement at your backyard party, there may be a tendency to forget about safety measures. Ensure to have safety equipment around just in case something happens. If you are a resident of North Branford, CT, Country Paint and Hardware is your go-to for all the shopping you need to have that bbq party going. Shop your items via https://countrypaintandhardware.shoptruevalue.com/.