Grillmaster: The Best Tips And Recipes For The Perfect BBQ

Becoming a grill master is all about having amazing recipes and the proper techniques to prepare mouthwatering dishes. Here, we are breaking down the basics and giving you the best recipes for even the most novice grillers.  

Best Grilling Tips:

Choosing The Right Grill Gas Versus Charcoal 

If you’re new to grilling, there are two main types of grills—gas and charcoal. Gas runs on adjustable propane gas, while charcoal grills burn charcoal for a slow-burning cooking process.  

Charcoal grills come with a bit of a learning curve, unlike gas grills, but both are excellent starter options. It’s worth noting that charcoal grills often impart a smoky flavor to the food, while gas grills offer a cleaner taste.  

Maintaining The Right Temperature 

Gas grills are simple to maintain temperature, whereas charcoal can be more challenging. Being a grill master means you know how to maintain the heat below to cook the food thoroughly without drying it out from too much intense heat.  

Techniques For Grilling Meats  

You’ll want to invest in a good meat thermometer when grilling your favorite steaks, juicy chicken, or perfectly medium burgers. With some practice and patience, you’ll be preparing perfectly cooked meats in no time.  

Best Beginner Grill Recipes:

Classic Cheese Burgers 

For classic cheeseburgers, you’ll need some basic ingredients. The best ground beef to choose is a ground Chuck, which offers the most flavor. Pick up a pound of ground Chuck, thick sliced American cheese, brioche burger buns, lettuce, tomato, and onions.  

In a bowl, dump in the ground beef and season with salt and pepper. Using your hands, combine the seasonings with the meat and form into four patties. Place the burgers on a preheated grill and grill until you reach your desired temperature. 

Place the cheese on the burger a minute before it is finished so it can melt, and place it onto the bun with your chosen toppings.  

Juicy Grilled Chicken 

For a juicy chicken breast, place the chicken in a ziplock bag with rosemary, freshly chopped garlic, salt, pepper, lemon juice, and olive oil. Let marinate for 6 to 12 hours.  

On a preheated grill, place the chicken to get a nice sear on both sides, then turn down the heat, close the lid, and allow to cook low and slow. The grilling time for chicken breasts is typically around 6-8 minutes per side. Once the chicken reaches 165 Fahrenheit, rest for a few minutes before digging in. 

Perfectly Grilled Veggies  

Grilled veggies aren’t just a healthy dinner side but offer a bit of a charred flavor to your veggies that adds a depth you can’t get from sautéing.  

We suggest investing in a grill pan so you can add your veggies to the pan and let the grill do the work. Cut up asparagus, red pepper, brussel sprouts, and onion and toss them in olive oil, salt, and pepper before placing them in the pan. Grill the veggies until tender, then serve.  

Wrapping Up The Best Tips and Recipes For A Beginner Grill Master 

With some new tips and techniques, you are embarking on an exciting journey to becoming the new grill master of the neighborhood!