Some basic food safety tips could be the difference between your best and worst grilling experience. While some of them may seem common sense, no doubt many of us are guilty of skipping one of these steps at one time. Whether it’s because we get distracted or aren’t aware of the risks, it’s always a …
If this is the year to replace your old barbecue, it helps to be prepared before walking into a local shop to look at all the options. For starters, the experts at Broil King took a few minutes to outline the basics when it comes to buying a new barbecue. An expanded version of this is …
The holiday shopping season is underway and to help you find the perfect gift for the outdoor chef on your list, we have put together a list of items for every type of grill master. Broil King Barbecue Griddle – This is a great gift for a novice chef just getting into grilling. A griddle is a versatile …
6 artichokes 1 lemon, divided For the mop: ¼ cup olive oil 1 clove garlic 1 tablespoon lemon juice pinch kosher salt For the Chipotle Aioli: 1 cup Hellman’s mayonnaise 1 clove garlic 1 teaspoon finely minced chipotle in adobo sauce 1 teaspoon lemon juice pinch kosher salt For the smoke: 1 cup soaked hickory …
When the temperature dips and the leaves begin to fall, it is time to start thinking about preparing your grill for winter. Whether you are a year-round griller, or you pack your grill away till spring, spending some time cleaning and inspecting your grill after a long summer is one of the best ways to …
For the Pork Tenderloin: 2 pork tenderloins 1 cup apple cider 2 tablespoons maple syrup 1 tablespoon cider vinegar 2 tablespoons grainy mustard 2 tablespoons olive oil For the Apples: 3 apples, cored, peeled and quartered ½ cup apple cider ½ cup maple syrup ½ teaspoon kosher salt For the Caramelized Onions: 1 large Spanish …
A farmers market truly is a one stop shop for all your grilling needs. From local fresh fruit and vegetables to meat, poultry and even sea food the farmers’ market offers as much versatility as your barbecue does. Put some freshness on your plate. Farmers’ markets allow farmers to pick produce at the peak of …
Whether you’re cooking for four or 24, a well-thought out plan of attack is vital. Here are a few tips to make your next (or first) cook-out a sure fire success, and not just another offering of charred burgers and hot dogs. Plan ahead: have your menu planned several days in advance. Do your grocery shopping …
Whether you’re a burger flipper or a culinary explorer, having the right tools to do the job is well worth it. This will make your life easier and the right accessories will also create the best possible result for whatever grilled masterpiece you’re working on. Tongs: These are the ultimate go-to grilling tool. Find a …
Slow smoked chicken, ribs, and brisket are staples of traditional American barbecue. The deep smoky flavours and fall-off-the-bone tenderness is a hallmark of the low-and-slow (low temperature, cooked over a long time) cooking technique. Originally, open pit fires were used for the slow cooking process. Luckily, now with a smoker box, wood chips and a …
Slow smoked chicken, ribs, and brisket are staples of traditional American barbecue. The deep smoky flavours and fall-off-the-bone tenderness is a hallmark of the low-and-slow (low temperature, cooked over a long time) cooking technique. Originally, open pit fires were used for the slow cooking process. Luckily, now with a smoker box, wood chips and a gas barbecue, backyard chefs can taste the smoky flavour of wood and cook with the convenience of gas.
Here are some helpful tips for adding smoky flavour to your next backyard meal:
Wood chips should be soaked in water for at least an hour before using. Drain them and add them to a stainless steel or cast iron smoker box.
Fill the smoker box two-thirds of the way with chips and place the box on either the heat plate above the burner or on the cooking grids.
Add wood chips 5 – 10 minutes before putting your meat on the grill – raw meats take on smoky flavours much better than even slightly cooked meats. Having a smoky environment to start will enhance and deepened flavours.
Smoked meats will have a deep pink ring on the outside – this indicates how deep the smoke has penetrated your meat.
Hickory is probably the most famous smoking hardwood. It imparts a strong hearty flavour to meats and is used mostly to smoke pork shoulders and ribs.
Mesquite is one of the most popular woods, it is sweeter and more delicate than hickory, and is a perfect complement to richly flavoured meats such as beef, duck or lamb.
Apple has a sweet, mild flavour and is used mostly with pork and game, but can be used for poultry as well.