Charcoal Grills

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Charcoal grills are one of the least expensive grills and one of the most popular.  They also are one of the grills that offer the most value for your dollar.  They are durable, working dependably year after year. Most have adjustable racks which allow for some adjustment of the temperature.  You can also use them as wood grills if you prefer the wood taste and smell.

Charcoal grills have a reputation for having more intense heat and are more messy than other grills and should be cleaned before and after each use.  Depending on the charcoal and moisture level they may take more time to get started and be harder to control.  That being said they are still the most popular and are the center of many a picnic and barbecue.

There are various versions of the basic charcoal grills.  Here are a few of your options:

Hibachi- a very small, portable grill.  They are made from heavy metal in the shape of fireboxes with vents.   The grill grates are easily raised and lowered to adjust for the high intense heat.

Kettle Grill-looks like two large kettles, one on top of another.  One is the grill and the other is the cover.  The cover has a vent.  This allows for bottom to hold the charcoal and be the heat source while the cover being closed completes an oven type grill.

Steel Drum Grills-are used by more commercial enterprises.  They a e made from 55 gallon steel drums  and are best used for large cuts of meat and whole hogs.

Charcoal grills come in all price ranges, metal weights, sizes and with many options.  Some have attached side panels that are used as tables.  They also have a variety of grill racks, baskets, warmers, starters, speciality charcoal, chunks and planks.  There are also many types of cooking utensils that coordinate with your grill including tongs, forks,  basting brushes, spatulas and hard bristle metal cleaning brushes.

Charcoal grills are great for cooking just about everything.  The most popular choices are burgers, hotdogs, brats, steaks, chicken and fish.  There are an abundance of recipes available that are sure to please every palate.

There are many manufactures of charcoal grills.  Some of the best known for quality and price are Weber, Char-Griller and Meco.  Take some time, do some research online and in person and you are sure to find the perfect charcoal grill to suit your needs.

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