The long winter is almost over and grilling season is right around the corner. That old charcoal grill is certainly going to be replaced this year witha new gas grill. There are some features you should definitely consider to get the grill that fits your needs.
You must consider the construction of your new grill. Try to find a grill that is completely stainless steel and not a stainless steel mix. Stainless steel mixes will rust and discolor over time where as full stainless steel grills will not. Grilling on a grill that can give you tetanus is not fun. The next thing you should consider is what the grates of the grill are made from. Though chrome grates and porcelain covered steel are the cheepes options, you should try to opt for cast iron or porcelain-covered cast iron. I would recommend sticking to the cast iron or the porcelain-covered cast iron because these two options transmit the heat the best to give you those beautiful sear marks on your steaks and burgers. Cast iron is also easy to clean which is also a bonus. Use a brush with brass bristles. Altough BTUs (Brittish Thermal Units) are a factor in the heating of your grill it is not the only thing to consider. The soul deciding factor should not be based on the BTUs. It doesn’t matter how many BTUs you have if your grill is unable to hold the heat in. It is very important to make sure the grill is able to insulate the heat it creates. Furthermore, it is important to make sure that you can adjust the temperatures on any burners you have. A single temperature control is typically not your best choice. If you just want to be grilling burgers and hotdogs you probably don’t need to worry about the rotisserie, but if you like the idea of doing roasts, or whole chickens then you should consider this option. These options tend to be expensive so really consider what your needs are. Some grills offer this as an accessory that can be purchased at a later time. This gives you the flexability to decide later if you need this or not. Make sure you do your research on individual grills you are considering. Seeking out the pros and cons of a model can save you a lot of frustration in the long run.
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