Nothing says summer like a backyard cookout, so if you’re a grilling enthusiast, this is your time to shine. No matter what your experience, you can always improve your skill with grills. Consider these tips next time you’re up at the grill to create mouthwatering meals for your family and friends.

Tips for Grilling Like a Pro

1. Prepare Grills Properly

No grillmaster leaves burnt leftovers caked on the grill rack. Always clean your grill after use, and make sure it’s clean before cooking. This prevents sticking and promotes better-tasting food. Additionally, don’t wait until you’re hungry to start cooking. Leave yourself plenty of time to prepare and heat up your grill.

2. Prevent Flare-Ups

While your first instinct for responding to a flare-up may be to break out the water, don’t spray grills to control fires. Flare-ups are generally caused by excess fat and heat. You can prevent them by trimming most of the fat off the meat before you start cooking.

3. Flavor Food Early

Whether you prefer marinades, rubs, or brines, advanced preparation makes for better food. Meat needs plenty of time to evenly soak in your favorite flavors. Sometimes this means prepping your meats the night before you grill. Because room temperature food cooks more efficiently, your ingredients should be taken out of the refrigerator about 20 minutes before grilling.

4. Don’t Crowd the Grill

If you’re having a big party, you may be tempted to pack your grill to maximum capacity. Practice patience and cook in stages, or have a helping hand on another grill. You need to have plenty of room on grills for two zones, one for direct cooking and another for indirect cooking, as well as a cooler space to move fatty meats to if they cause flare-ups.

5. Get the Perfect Grill Marks

Flawless sear marks are quintessential to the pro griller image. For the perfect perpendicular lines, picture a clock over your grill and angle food at the 10 o’clock position, then at 2 o’clock when it’s time to turn it over. Avoid nudging, moving, or flipping it again after the first turn, since this could ruin your grill marks.

B & H Pool & Patio of High Point, NC will be hosting a cooking demonstration on September 22^nd, 2018 from 9am – 1pm. We are going to be running specials on all our grills during this demonstration so don’t miss out. 

To grill like a pro, you need the right materials. B & H Pool & Patio of High Point, NC, carries a variety of high-quality grills from Big Green Egg® and Kamado Joe®. These versatile grills are ideal for all of your outdoor cooking needs, from searing juicy steaks to baking homemade pizzas. As your one-stop shop for summer fun, they also install custom swimming pools and supply patio furniture, pool accessories, and hot tubs. To learn more about their products and services, call (336) 841-3222, or visit them online.