Cooking food on a barbeque
by Keith Barrett
plug itFood that's cooked on a barbeque doesn't always have to taste bad. If you find it difficult to use a barbeque to cook to a high standard then there are some simple things that you can do to make things better.
The first point to mention here is that you don't have to be a professional chef to produce great tasting food. This article is really aimed at amateur chefs who want to produce good food for their guests.
With so many different grills on the market, you could be using one of many forms of barbeque to do your cooking. I tend to rely on a Weber BBQ, as I'm comfortable using them, but you should use whatever you are happy cooking with.
Let's talk about food hygiene first of all. If you're inviting people round to your house for a meal then you presumably like them. That being the case, it's rather important that you don't make them ill as a result of your food!
Just because you're cooking in a seemingly more casual environment, you certainly shouldn't ignore the basic rules of food hygiene.
In particular, take care with meat products - it's important that raw meats don't come into contact with cooked meats.
All food needs to be cooked thoroughly too - don't serve anything that you're not sure about. It's not worth taking the risk.
What about the actual techniques involved in cooking on a BBQ? Fortunately, the basics are really fairly simple.
You need to make sure that you have a reasonably even heat and that you understand how your barbeque works. In particular, you need to be aware if the heat is not evenly distributed.
Don't be tempted to just stick some food on the grill and then wander away for a beer. Keep a close eye on the cooking. That way, you'll be able to deal with any problems as they crop up.
Have fun, cook safely and impress your friends!
2008-05-09
Finding a new barbeque : brabeque grill store
Finding a new barbeque
by Keith Barrett
plug itThere are plenty of new barbeques currently available but there are so many options available that it can be difficult making the right choice. How do you identify a barbeque that's right for your needs?
You'll firstly need to consider your reasons behind buying a new barbeque. They may seem obvious, but there is a great deal of flexibility available with BBQ cooking.
Initially, think about where you will be cooking, how frequently and for how many people.
This will act as a good guide to your initial requirements. Are you, for instance, looking to do most of your cooking on camping trips or picnics? If so, it will be vital that you look to buy a new grill that is lightweight and offers some form of mobility.
If, on the other hand, you are intending to host large, regular garden parties throughout the summer months then your requirements are going to be considerably different.
In the latter case, you'll need a barbeque that is capable of cooking a large amount of food to a high standard. You should look for equipment that offers a large cooking surface and a high heat input.
Weber barbeque designs are, of course, well suited to a range of requirements. Looking through their range is a good starting point before making your choice.
Have a think about the type of fuel that you're comfortable cooking with. Charcoal has been pretty common for a number of years, but gas barbeques will allow for a more constant heat.
Decide which you would be happier cooking with. If you're not sure then maybe consider having a go with a friend's barbeque to get a feel for the different types of fuel and equipment available.
Don't simply hurry into making a purchase - buy a barbeque that's right for your needs.
by Keith Barrett
plug itThere are plenty of new barbeques currently available but there are so many options available that it can be difficult making the right choice. How do you identify a barbeque that's right for your needs?
You'll firstly need to consider your reasons behind buying a new barbeque. They may seem obvious, but there is a great deal of flexibility available with BBQ cooking.
Initially, think about where you will be cooking, how frequently and for how many people.
This will act as a good guide to your initial requirements. Are you, for instance, looking to do most of your cooking on camping trips or picnics? If so, it will be vital that you look to buy a new grill that is lightweight and offers some form of mobility.
If, on the other hand, you are intending to host large, regular garden parties throughout the summer months then your requirements are going to be considerably different.
In the latter case, you'll need a barbeque that is capable of cooking a large amount of food to a high standard. You should look for equipment that offers a large cooking surface and a high heat input.
Weber barbeque designs are, of course, well suited to a range of requirements. Looking through their range is a good starting point before making your choice.
Have a think about the type of fuel that you're comfortable cooking with. Charcoal has been pretty common for a number of years, but gas barbeques will allow for a more constant heat.
Decide which you would be happier cooking with. If you're not sure then maybe consider having a go with a friend's barbeque to get a feel for the different types of fuel and equipment available.
Don't simply hurry into making a purchase - buy a barbeque that's right for your needs.
Sharpen up your barbeque skills : brabeque grill store
Sharpen up your barbeque skills
by Keith Barrett
plug itWhen you invite friends and family to one of your barbeque events, do you sometimes wonder whether they are secretly dreading having to taste your food? You can take the anxiety out of such events by sharpening up your basic skills.
There are plenty of things that can be cooked on a grill and many of them will taste great, even if you just follow a few simple rules. The easiest way to consider how an event should run is to think about what you would like if you were a guest.
In all likelihood, key priorities might be receiving some good food, washed down with plenty of drinks and accompanied by some great company.
Providing these should be central to your plan. Firstly, turn your attention to the food and think about your guests. What will they like to eat? Do they have any particular dietary requirements?
If you're not sure about people's preferences then you could ask them before buying the produce. Alternatively, you might aim to produce a wide range of options, possibly including meat, fish and vegetable dishes.
Don't forget the extra touches at this point - they can make all the difference. Think about side dishes - they're often simple to make and can be prepared in advance.
Now consider how you will prepare and cook the food. Take plenty of care in the preparations, particularly when it comes to food hygiene. You don't want to harm your guests!
As far as the cooking itself is concerned, there are some simple points that you should note. Your preparation should include making sure that your BBQ equipment is clean and functioning.
Make sure that you understand how it works too. What's the point in having one of the latest Weber barbeques, for example, if you don't fully understand how to work it?
When cooking, make sure that you concentrate on the task at hand. Don't be distracted too easily, otherwise the meal could be ruined.
As far as drinks and company are concerned - well, that's very much left in your capable hands!
by Keith Barrett
plug itWhen you invite friends and family to one of your barbeque events, do you sometimes wonder whether they are secretly dreading having to taste your food? You can take the anxiety out of such events by sharpening up your basic skills.
There are plenty of things that can be cooked on a grill and many of them will taste great, even if you just follow a few simple rules. The easiest way to consider how an event should run is to think about what you would like if you were a guest.
In all likelihood, key priorities might be receiving some good food, washed down with plenty of drinks and accompanied by some great company.
Providing these should be central to your plan. Firstly, turn your attention to the food and think about your guests. What will they like to eat? Do they have any particular dietary requirements?
If you're not sure about people's preferences then you could ask them before buying the produce. Alternatively, you might aim to produce a wide range of options, possibly including meat, fish and vegetable dishes.
Don't forget the extra touches at this point - they can make all the difference. Think about side dishes - they're often simple to make and can be prepared in advance.
Now consider how you will prepare and cook the food. Take plenty of care in the preparations, particularly when it comes to food hygiene. You don't want to harm your guests!
As far as the cooking itself is concerned, there are some simple points that you should note. Your preparation should include making sure that your BBQ equipment is clean and functioning.
Make sure that you understand how it works too. What's the point in having one of the latest Weber barbeques, for example, if you don't fully understand how to work it?
When cooking, make sure that you concentrate on the task at hand. Don't be distracted too easily, otherwise the meal could be ruined.
As far as drinks and company are concerned - well, that's very much left in your capable hands!
Is barbeque cooking too difficult? : barbeque grill store
Is barbeque cooking too difficult?
by Keith Barrett
plug itThose of us who struggle to produce good quality meals from a barbeque may wonder whether cooking in this way is just too difficult. Is it even possible to produce great tasting food when cooking outdoors?
The answer is clearly that it is possible to have great food from a BBQ. The reason why we know this is because professional chefs regularly produce beautiful meals in this way. So why does it seem to be so difficult for amateur cooks to replicate these meals?
Part of the reason is that we often fail to understand the way in which barbeque equipment works. This is is a big problem and isn't just confined to those who buy the latest top of the range Weber barbeques.
It's an issue for those of us cooking on charcoal or gas. If we don't understand how the equipment works and which parts of the cooking surface get the hottest then it is incredibly difficult to produce the right results.
There's clearly a need for a little bit of trial and error here. Before you next start to cook on your grill, spend some time looking at how it works and how the temperatures vary. Gaining a proper understanding will help you to cook better food.
One reason why professionals are able to provide food to a consistently high standard is because they've often had a lot of practice. This gives us another pointer to how we might expect to improve.
The more that we cook using barbeques, the more knowledge and experience that we gain. In essence, this is no different from any other form of cooking.
The key to producing better food is to know your equipment well and to be prepared to practice in order to gain more experience. As you become more experienced at cooking in this way, you'll find that you will also gain in confidence.
Before you know it, you'll be producing food to a high standard.
by Keith Barrett
plug itThose of us who struggle to produce good quality meals from a barbeque may wonder whether cooking in this way is just too difficult. Is it even possible to produce great tasting food when cooking outdoors?
The answer is clearly that it is possible to have great food from a BBQ. The reason why we know this is because professional chefs regularly produce beautiful meals in this way. So why does it seem to be so difficult for amateur cooks to replicate these meals?
Part of the reason is that we often fail to understand the way in which barbeque equipment works. This is is a big problem and isn't just confined to those who buy the latest top of the range Weber barbeques.
It's an issue for those of us cooking on charcoal or gas. If we don't understand how the equipment works and which parts of the cooking surface get the hottest then it is incredibly difficult to produce the right results.
There's clearly a need for a little bit of trial and error here. Before you next start to cook on your grill, spend some time looking at how it works and how the temperatures vary. Gaining a proper understanding will help you to cook better food.
One reason why professionals are able to provide food to a consistently high standard is because they've often had a lot of practice. This gives us another pointer to how we might expect to improve.
The more that we cook using barbeques, the more knowledge and experience that we gain. In essence, this is no different from any other form of cooking.
The key to producing better food is to know your equipment well and to be prepared to practice in order to gain more experience. As you become more experienced at cooking in this way, you'll find that you will also gain in confidence.
Before you know it, you'll be producing food to a high standard.
BBQ Secrets : brabeque grill store
BBQ Secrets
by Jean Carrick
plug itBarbecues seem to have been around forever and so too BBQ 'chef's', but how many people really do turn out delectable food? It always seems to be hit or miss, sometimes it turns our alright, others it doesn't.
You can waste so much money with a BBQ if you don't know how to use it correctly. If you don't know how to prepare the meat, and if you don't know how to gauge if it's cooked properly.
This product will put an end to all this 'hiss or miss' attitude, you will turn out consistantly good food at your BBQ and have people talking about it and waiting to be invited again [and again].
Do you want folks enthusing over your food ? Do you want to stop wasting so much money on your outside entertaining? This you can do with the help of this product.
The author got his information from a relative who owned a restaurant which served out of this world BBQ food. He, after years of cajoling, managed to be given the secrets of this wonderful food. The recipes have always been a closely guarded secret to safeguard the restaurant's business.
Now, the author has this information, and it is his wish to pass it on so that everyone can have successful barbeques. No more sending people home hungry, feeling very embarassed because of your failures. This information has been passed down for generations, so they are all time honored recipes, tried and true.
To be successful, you really need to know the correct temperature to cook meat, according to what it is. How can you tell if its rare, medium or well done. You soon will do. This e-book has been written with the ordinary man-in-the-street in mind. It's good for a beginner or a professional.
Want to be known throughout your neighborhood as a BBQ champ, well, you will. No more firing up your grill and praying 'please, this time let everything be alright'. You will know that it will be alright because finally you will know just what you are doing.
Imagine turning out to perfection grilled fish, beautiful chicken, barbeque ribs all moist and juicy, wouldn't that be great? The book has been put together based on people's questions. It reflects what real people want to know. All the things you need to know to be successful.
You will receive recipes, but not just those, all sorts of tips on how to make rubs and sauces [how to cook the meat so that the sauce doesn't burn off], how to cook the fish without having to wrap it in foil, so it gets that delicious smoky flavor.
You will get over 100 recipes, 58 recipes for marinades, 23 sauce recipes which are normally difficult to find. Everything you need in fact. Even how to barbeque brisket and make it like you see when it's sold in shops or fairs. Which wood gives you the best smoked taste, and so much more.
You need never have a failure again. Get ready for the Summer evenings and having friends round for a BBQ, which will be the talking point for weeks to come.
by Jean Carrick
plug itBarbecues seem to have been around forever and so too BBQ 'chef's', but how many people really do turn out delectable food? It always seems to be hit or miss, sometimes it turns our alright, others it doesn't.
You can waste so much money with a BBQ if you don't know how to use it correctly. If you don't know how to prepare the meat, and if you don't know how to gauge if it's cooked properly.
This product will put an end to all this 'hiss or miss' attitude, you will turn out consistantly good food at your BBQ and have people talking about it and waiting to be invited again [and again].
Do you want folks enthusing over your food ? Do you want to stop wasting so much money on your outside entertaining? This you can do with the help of this product.
The author got his information from a relative who owned a restaurant which served out of this world BBQ food. He, after years of cajoling, managed to be given the secrets of this wonderful food. The recipes have always been a closely guarded secret to safeguard the restaurant's business.
Now, the author has this information, and it is his wish to pass it on so that everyone can have successful barbeques. No more sending people home hungry, feeling very embarassed because of your failures. This information has been passed down for generations, so they are all time honored recipes, tried and true.
To be successful, you really need to know the correct temperature to cook meat, according to what it is. How can you tell if its rare, medium or well done. You soon will do. This e-book has been written with the ordinary man-in-the-street in mind. It's good for a beginner or a professional.
Want to be known throughout your neighborhood as a BBQ champ, well, you will. No more firing up your grill and praying 'please, this time let everything be alright'. You will know that it will be alright because finally you will know just what you are doing.
Imagine turning out to perfection grilled fish, beautiful chicken, barbeque ribs all moist and juicy, wouldn't that be great? The book has been put together based on people's questions. It reflects what real people want to know. All the things you need to know to be successful.
You will receive recipes, but not just those, all sorts of tips on how to make rubs and sauces [how to cook the meat so that the sauce doesn't burn off], how to cook the fish without having to wrap it in foil, so it gets that delicious smoky flavor.
You will get over 100 recipes, 58 recipes for marinades, 23 sauce recipes which are normally difficult to find. Everything you need in fact. Even how to barbeque brisket and make it like you see when it's sold in shops or fairs. Which wood gives you the best smoked taste, and so much more.
You need never have a failure again. Get ready for the Summer evenings and having friends round for a BBQ, which will be the talking point for weeks to come.
Mangal Israeli Style Barbecue - Wow! This Sounds Appetizing : brabeque grill store
Mangal Israeli Style Barbecue - Wow! This Sounds Appetizing
by Chris McCarthy
plug itMangal - this Israeli-style grilling is what identifies a citizen of Israel from rest of the world. The name Mangal comes from a kind of indoor heater, which was available during the 20th century. However, western-type stoves replaced this later. In fact, Israelis are taught the Mangal art of barbecuing in form of a crash course for a better understanding of the Turkish and Israeli form of barbeque culture.
The connection between Mangal and barbeque
The word Mangal is a Hebrew derivation. The word however, has a religious significance for the Jews; anything close to fire is pious and spiritual. From the Israeli point of view, this special art of barbequing or 'food on fire' involves a tiny portable grill ignited with charcoal.
The significance of this special barbeque from Israel and Turkey
Barbequing has become an integral part of Independence Day celebration for the Israelis. This special moment is celebrated through the enjoyment of having several barbeque cuisines along with songs, celebrations and festivals.
The art of barbequing Mangal
If you are interested to learn this particular art of barbequing then you must have the ability to identify the right sort of charcoal. New comers are first taught how to light the charcoal using a single drop of flammable liquid. The next step is to prepare a fan by folding a single piece of cardboard into two and using it like a fan to give the fire a proper and perfect lift. They would also be taught how to prepare the meat without getting it stuck to the grill. For this, one needs to rub the grill with a piece of oil-covered onion.
There is good news for the vegetarians too. This form of Turkey and Israel barbequing involves vegetables too. As a concluding part to this process of barbequing, it is necessary to extinguish the charcoal in the correct way so that it can be preserved for the next significant meal.
Turkish Mangal
Turkish Mangalian barbeque has a close resemblance with South African braai. Countries, which love to follow Mangalian barbeque cuisine, include Iraq, Israel, Turkey and several countries in Levant. Apart from food, Mangal resembles a social get together where friends, families and associates get connected to be a part of the celebration. This barbeque get together is specially held in places like personal gardens or picnic areas. It is a way to make the guests feel warm and comfortable.
Items included in this festive meal
This barbeque menu includes meal along with grilled vegetables, different varieties of meatballs generally referred to as kofte, wings of grilled chicken, chicken breasts and offal. Salads and other cold foods too, form a part of this barbeque. Drinks include Salgam or ayran with other alcoholic varieties.
How is a Mangal celebrated
This special barbeque occasion calls for social celebrations during which Israeli families spread out all over the park around long folding tables. All sorts of arrangements are made for utmost comfort and relaxation.
by Chris McCarthy
plug itMangal - this Israeli-style grilling is what identifies a citizen of Israel from rest of the world. The name Mangal comes from a kind of indoor heater, which was available during the 20th century. However, western-type stoves replaced this later. In fact, Israelis are taught the Mangal art of barbecuing in form of a crash course for a better understanding of the Turkish and Israeli form of barbeque culture.
The connection between Mangal and barbeque
The word Mangal is a Hebrew derivation. The word however, has a religious significance for the Jews; anything close to fire is pious and spiritual. From the Israeli point of view, this special art of barbequing or 'food on fire' involves a tiny portable grill ignited with charcoal.
The significance of this special barbeque from Israel and Turkey
Barbequing has become an integral part of Independence Day celebration for the Israelis. This special moment is celebrated through the enjoyment of having several barbeque cuisines along with songs, celebrations and festivals.
The art of barbequing Mangal
If you are interested to learn this particular art of barbequing then you must have the ability to identify the right sort of charcoal. New comers are first taught how to light the charcoal using a single drop of flammable liquid. The next step is to prepare a fan by folding a single piece of cardboard into two and using it like a fan to give the fire a proper and perfect lift. They would also be taught how to prepare the meat without getting it stuck to the grill. For this, one needs to rub the grill with a piece of oil-covered onion.
There is good news for the vegetarians too. This form of Turkey and Israel barbequing involves vegetables too. As a concluding part to this process of barbequing, it is necessary to extinguish the charcoal in the correct way so that it can be preserved for the next significant meal.
Turkish Mangal
Turkish Mangalian barbeque has a close resemblance with South African braai. Countries, which love to follow Mangalian barbeque cuisine, include Iraq, Israel, Turkey and several countries in Levant. Apart from food, Mangal resembles a social get together where friends, families and associates get connected to be a part of the celebration. This barbeque get together is specially held in places like personal gardens or picnic areas. It is a way to make the guests feel warm and comfortable.
Items included in this festive meal
This barbeque menu includes meal along with grilled vegetables, different varieties of meatballs generally referred to as kofte, wings of grilled chicken, chicken breasts and offal. Salads and other cold foods too, form a part of this barbeque. Drinks include Salgam or ayran with other alcoholic varieties.
How is a Mangal celebrated
This special barbeque occasion calls for social celebrations during which Israeli families spread out all over the park around long folding tables. All sorts of arrangements are made for utmost comfort and relaxation.
BBQ Cover, Why Get One? : Barbeque Grill store
BBQ Cover, Why Get One?
by ed skew
plug itYou have invested some money in your charcoal Barbecue and now you need to protect that investment. One of the first ways that you can accomplish this is to buy a bbq cover. This is one item that you will definitely want purchase but, if you are not sure why, let me show you how it can help you maintain your bbq. As you begin using your charcoal Barbecue or Gas barbecue, you will become very attached to the unit and what it can do to a nice piece of steak or a couple of pounds of sausage. And, you will probably become very protective of this bbq. Here are some of the ways that a cover can help protect your barbeque: It will keep the natural elements off of the Barbecue. Depending on where you live, your grill will probably be exposed to the great outdoors. As such, it will be subject to the different types of weather that will pass its way. A good cover will keep the wind, rain, snow and sun off of the unit. It will keep little animals off of your bbq. I do not know about you, but, I don't like the idea of animals crawling around on my cooking surface - the place where that expensive steak will be placed. Some people think that they clean the skewers by searing them before cooking. But, I just don't like the thought of the local squirrel or rat crawling around the bbq before I begin to cook on it. Your cooking utensils will be protected. Depending on what type of cooking you do, you will be using a number of utensils. These will include thermometers, thongs, forks and the like. A cover will help these items from sprouting legs and travelling. Probably the most important consideration about the type of cover to purchase will be the weather. If your weather is normally very mild and stable, the type of cover you need will be more along the line of a shade cover. If you may be expecting weather that will have wide temperature or moisture swings, you may want to consider a more secure barbeque cover. This may even be a custom fit tarpaulin. If that is the case, you may need to contact a tent maker or someone that makes boat covers to find a quality bbq cover. Probably the biggest thing that you need to keep in mind when considering getting a cover for your Barbeque is to protect your investment from year to year.
by ed skew
plug itYou have invested some money in your charcoal Barbecue and now you need to protect that investment. One of the first ways that you can accomplish this is to buy a bbq cover. This is one item that you will definitely want purchase but, if you are not sure why, let me show you how it can help you maintain your bbq. As you begin using your charcoal Barbecue or Gas barbecue, you will become very attached to the unit and what it can do to a nice piece of steak or a couple of pounds of sausage. And, you will probably become very protective of this bbq. Here are some of the ways that a cover can help protect your barbeque: It will keep the natural elements off of the Barbecue. Depending on where you live, your grill will probably be exposed to the great outdoors. As such, it will be subject to the different types of weather that will pass its way. A good cover will keep the wind, rain, snow and sun off of the unit. It will keep little animals off of your bbq. I do not know about you, but, I don't like the idea of animals crawling around on my cooking surface - the place where that expensive steak will be placed. Some people think that they clean the skewers by searing them before cooking. But, I just don't like the thought of the local squirrel or rat crawling around the bbq before I begin to cook on it. Your cooking utensils will be protected. Depending on what type of cooking you do, you will be using a number of utensils. These will include thermometers, thongs, forks and the like. A cover will help these items from sprouting legs and travelling. Probably the most important consideration about the type of cover to purchase will be the weather. If your weather is normally very mild and stable, the type of cover you need will be more along the line of a shade cover. If you may be expecting weather that will have wide temperature or moisture swings, you may want to consider a more secure barbeque cover. This may even be a custom fit tarpaulin. If that is the case, you may need to contact a tent maker or someone that makes boat covers to find a quality bbq cover. Probably the biggest thing that you need to keep in mind when considering getting a cover for your Barbeque is to protect your investment from year to year.
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