Flaming up your new gas grill for summer is a big thrill for most homeowners. Expectations will be high, which means you’ll have to pull out all the stops to sear the meat just right to create that beautiful coloring and hearty flavor everyone loves. If you’re wondering how to grill to perfection, here are several tips to help with your gas barbeque grilling.

3 Tips to Sear Meat Perfectly Every Time

1. Season the Meat

Seasoning your meat is an important first step. Cuts of steak, chicken, lamb, or other meats should be seasoned with, at a minimum, coarse salt, pepper, and olive oil. If you have your own special spice rub, you can use it, but the goal is to let the natural flavor of the meat stand out. After you season the meat, let it rest for 30 minutes prior to cooking to let the spices settle.

2. Perfect the Sear

Searing delicious meats will depend on the temperature of your gas grill. You’ll need to get the grill as hot as possible to get a crisp sear. If your gas grill has an infrared burner, adjust the gas to get the temperature above 600 degrees. Turn the grill all the way up and get it hot before you place the meat down. When you’re ready, lay the meat on the grill for 30 seconds on each side to sear, with the grill open. After the meat is seared, take them off the grill and turn the temperature down to 350 degrees so you can cook the meat to your preferred level of done-ness.

3. Let the Meat Rest

After you take the meat off the grill, it’s important to let it rest on a plate for five minutes so the juices can reabsorb. Your meat will taste tender and juicy without being runny.

Once you have these searing tips down, you’ll be able to grill the perfect cut of meat. If you need installation or repair of your gas grill, contact Cincinnati Gas Lite Co. in Ohio. They are Greater Cincinnati’s premier location for lamps, gaslight products, and other gas-related services to improve your home. Call (859) 727-1331 today or visit their website for more information on the company.