BBQ Charcoal Grill
BBQ Charcoal Grill
A BBQ Charcoal Grill uses two different cooking methods: indirect and direct heat. In direct heat cooking, food is placed on the grill over the hot charcoal. Indirect heat is used for more delicate foods by placing the charcoal on one side of the grill and the food on the other. This is used for longer cooking times and for larger cuts of meat. The grill lid is always closed when cooking with indirect heat. 
Learning the temperature of the coals is the only trick in direct grilling. A gas grill has heat setting that allows you to control the temperature. But charcoal grilling is all about the coals. The ceramic coals should be ready when 3/4 of them are coated with ash. On a charcoal grill, you can check the temperature by holding your hand, palm down, over the coals at the cooking height and count the number of seconds you can hold your hand there before you have to pull it away.
• Low = 5 seconds
• Medium= 4 seconds
• Medium-High Heat= 3 seconds
• High= 2 seconds
Indirect Cooking on A BBQ Charcoal Grill
For indirect cooking on a charcoal grill, place several briquettes on each side of the grill pan, leaving an empty space in the center. Light the briquettes. When you’re ready to cook, place a drip pan between the coals and add water to the pan to a level of 1/2″. Place the food over the drip pan and cover the grill. Every 45 minutes you will need to add 5-6 briquettes to maintain even heat.
For indirect cooking on a dual burner gas grill, set the drip pan on the lava rocks on one side of the grill and add water to 1/2″. Preheat the other burner on high for 5-10 minutes. Turn the temperature down to medium, and then put the food on the rack over the drip pan and cover.
BBQ Charcoal Grilling is a technique that is developed with trial and error. You will learn how your grill works and what temperatures are right for you. The BBQ charcoal grill is usually consistent and will cook evenly each time. Enjoy your BBQ charcoal grill and develop your unique flavor with rubs and marinade. Your friends and family will be impressed as you amaze them with your cooking skills.
