12 common outdoor cooking mistakes to avoid
Barbecue season is always a smashing hit as it has delicious food that can be enjoyed outdoors in beautiful weather. However, even if one has experience with grilling, one may be committing some common errors, compromising on the final taste and texture of their grilled chicken, burgers, steaks, briskets, veggies, and more. Based on advice from grilling experts and chefs, here are 12 common outdoor cooking mistakes people make and how to avoid them.
Not cleaning the grill
It’s unlikely that one would use a dirty pan or pot to cook their food indoors. However, many people forget to clean their grills, especially the grates. This could compromise the taste and safety of one’s food. Before starting an outdoor cookout, ensure that the grill is cleaned thoroughly—clean out the old bottom, scrape the grease, and smoke the top off the smoker—for a hygienic and even cook.
Using poor-quality ingredients
One important thing to consider before organizing a barbecue is the quality of ingredients. For instance, using good-quality meat with the right amount of marbling and internal fat is likely to yield an end result that is much more delicious. Similarly, it is also important to pay attention to what is being used to cook the meat. Many commercially available charcoals are laden with fillers and additives. Avoid using those. Instead, opt for good-quality, all-hardwood charcoal for the grill.
Forgetting the tools
This is perhaps one of the biggest mistakes people make when heading out for camps or treks. Always remember to carry the tools required to cook over an open fire, such as a cast-iron pan, grill, matches or a lighter, marshmallow toasting fork, sandwich bread toasters, spatula, flatware, aluminum foil, and any other tools that one may require.
Using lighter fluid
People often use lighter fluid to hasten the coal-burning process on the grill.
