[header] How to buy a charcoal grill [title] Determine the size of the grill you need. [substeps] Charcoal grills come in many sizes-from the tiny hibachi to huge kettle grills. To determine the best size for you, think about the kinds and amount of food that you'll be cooking.
[header] How to buy a charcoal grill [title] Determine the size of the grill you need. [substeps] Charcoal grills come in many sizes-from the tiny hibachi to huge kettle grills. To determine the best size for you, think about the kinds and amount of food that you'll be cooking.
[title] Calculate the training needs of your particular charcoal grill. [step] Regardless of the type of grill you choose, you'll need to figure out the essential skills needed to construct the grill. Larger burners are better for high-heating, hotter temperatures. Generally, a properly-sized grill should fit around 6 burners so it has enough room to cook all day long. You should be able to split the total amount of time you'll be cooking on your grill. Keep in mind that on a charcoal grill you'll need to cook 3-5 minutes on each side of the grill. You may simply be cooking burgers for 2 or you may be cooking for a crowd. Unless you are in the market for a hibachi-style grill, you should consider at least 300 square inches (762 square cm) of cooking space.