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Top 5 Most Effective Types of Barbecue Grills

You know it’s time to get your barbecue grill out and have a feast the moment your feel the smell of a golden brown hot dog sizzling on a hot charred grill, with white smoke wafting through the air. It is spring after all complete with warmth and freshness. Everyone is out trying to have fun. It gets better in summer. But hold there for a while. What if you don’t have a barbecue grill? That is of course, a problem. But you can solve it effortlessly. Simply learn a thing or two about the different types of barbecue grills available in the market!

Charcoal grills

They are extremely common and least expensive grills. You only need a pit and some charcoal to set it up. It works easily on wood too. So if by any chance you don’t have charcoal or you simply hate it, you need to do is fuel the grill with dry branches and twigs and get started. The only downside with charcoal barbecue grills is the fact that they consume a lot of time. Beyond that, they can have your BBQ smoked well and remain juicy. Go for one if you have a party with a sizeable number of guests coming up soon.

Electric grills

There is an electric version of pretty much everything out there these days. It therefore doesn’t and should not come as a surprise that there is an electric grill. It is a good option for those who don’t fancy using charcoal or gas grills. It is safer, quick and less messy compared to charcoal barbecue grills. Take note though that when it comes to the final product, electric grills have nothing on charcoal grills. They cannot match or replicate the flavors that are synonymous with gas and charcoal grills. Note too that electric grills cannot be moved from one place to another.

Gas grills

They are very easy to use. That explains why they are extremely popular. They emit instant heat, which means they can significantly reduce cooking time. The heat also ensures that the barbecue will be cooked evenly. The grills have always evolved, with different manufacturers coming up with breathtaking features. The average gas grill run on natural gas or bottled propane, which both need regular refilling. This often turns out to be a costly affair. It is in fact, the only downside with gas barbecue grills. The trick is to use the natural gas from your gas service provider. Be sure to use your gas barbecue grill when in a hurry or when you simply want to have a party for just a few hours.

Infrared barbecue grills

They are fairly new in the market. They roast barbecues by radiating heat which heats up a ceramic tile. One can therefore have an evenly cooked barbecue on infrared grills effortlessly. As far as convenience is concerned, the infrared barbecue grill is just as effective as the gas grill. It is faster and very easy to use. There are two downsides with infrared grills. First, they are huge. Then they are bulky. That doesn’t mean they are sophisticated or expensive. As already hinted, they are easy to use. As for the price, it all depends on the model one goes for.

Toasters cum grills

They are ideal for those who want to savor and indulge in small BBQ bites during the day. They come in handy when one is in a hurry in the morning when the day has to start off with burger patties, BBQs and grilled fish. They are also ideal for health conscious BBQ lovers as they encourage minimal use of cooking oil. There are no downsides with toasters cum grills. It should however be noted that not all brands offer value for money. It also depends on how one uses and maintains the appliance.