Tuesday, September 29, 2009

7 Tips for Roasting on the Grill


1. Fuel Up :
Make sure you have plenty of gas or charcoal on hand before you get started.

2. Get It Hot :
Preheat a gas grill (with all burners lit) or start your charcoal about 20 minutes before you put your meat on.

3. Check the Heat :
If your grill doesn't have a built-in thermometer, you'll need to hang a metal thermometer (one that reads up to 550 degrees F) through the vent. To gauge the temperature without a thermometer, hold your open palm about 5 inches above the grill rack; the fire is high (450 to 500 degrees F) if you have to move your hand in 2 seconds, medium (350 to 400 degrees F) if you have to move your hand in 5 seconds and low (250 to 300 degrees F) if you have to move your hand in 10 seconds.

4. Tame the Flames :
To roast on the grill, meat needs to be placed over indirect heat or a "flame-free" area. To create an indirect-cooking area, turn off one burner on a gas grill or push coals to one side of a charcoal grill. Roast the meat on the flame-free section of the grill.

5. Keep a Lid on It :
Avoid opening the grill repeatedly. Every time you do, heat escapes, the temperature drops, and the grill can take up to 10 minutes to re-establish the proper temperature.

6. Spin It :
When grill roasting, one side of the meat is closer to the heat. To cook meat evenly, rotate it once or twice.

7. Smoke Up :
To add smoky flavor, sprinkle wood chips directly on the heated coals of a charcoal grill. For gas grills place the chips in a foil "basket" made by crimping up the edges or in an inexpensive, stainless-steel pan. Place the pan or basket on the grate directly over the heat.

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