How to use a charcoal bbq with lid

If you want perfectly grilled meats, seafood, or veggies with that smoky grilled-over-charcoal flavor, learn the basics of how to grill with charcoal to get the best results.

Here are our top tips, plus great recipes to get you on your way.

How to Prep the Grill

Just like you spend time preparing your meat with marinades and rubs, take the time to get the grill ready. If your grates are dirty from the last cookout, it's more likely that your food will stick and have "off" flavors.

The best way to prep your grill before cooking is to clean it really well after cooking or just before cooking, when the grates are hot.

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If you grill regularly, give it a good scrub with those long handled brushes and some elbow grease before it has a chance to cool down. Not grilling that often? Give it a good scrub once the grill has fully preheated and remnants from the last grill session should scrape right off.

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How to Light Charcoal

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