Summer is the perfect time to fire up your grill. Whether you like to cook for big groups or spend a quiet evening with just your family, grilling is a great way to prepare food without heating up the kitchen. But there are some things that can make the process even easier: accessories such as a smoker box, rotisserie spit and tongs (so you don’t burn yourself) that make grilling more fun. A tool set with case will keep all your accessories together so you don’t have to search around under bushes looking for them when it’s time to cook dinner!
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A smoker box
A smoker box can be used to add flavor to food, and it’s also a great tool for smoking meat, fish and more. The box is pre-heated before use, then placed on the grill. Meat is placed inside the box during cooking. It’s important that you follow the manufacturer’s instructions when using a smoker box so that it doesn’t catch fire or melt from direct heat from your barbecue grill or other heat source.
Smoother edges help prevent food from sticking to them; this makes them perfect for grilling vegetables like zucchini slices or asparagus spears—the soft outsides will prevent these foods from getting stuck in between the bars of your grate! If you love cooking steak on your barbecue grill but don’t want all those empty calories (and who does?), try this trick: line each side of whatever cut you’re cooking with garlic cloves before tossing them onto the hot surface where they’ll sizzle away into caramelization while adding amazing flavor at no extra cost!
Grill baskets
Grill baskets are a must-have for any barbecue enthusiast. They can be used to cook vegetables, fish and shrimp—basically anything that you would normally put on skewers. Grill baskets are also easy to clean because they allow you to get rid of excess oil and fat during cooking. Plus, they’re dishwasher safe!
If you’ve ever tried grilling before, then you know how frustrating it is to have your vegetables fall through the grates into the coals below (or worse: into someone else’s food). With a grill basket in hand, this will never happen again because these handy accessories keep everything contained within their walls so nothing slips through.
Because of their shape and size, grill baskets are great for cooking small foods like asparagus spears or shrimp skewers—the openings allow air circulation which helps them retain moisture while leaving them tender enough for perfect texture when done properly over high heat without burning away all that delicious flavor on top from being overcooked.)
Rotisserie spit
- How to use it: Rotisserie spits are easy to use, but they do require some assembly. You’ll need to attach the rotisserie brackets to your grill and then mount the spit onto those brackets. Then you can place your food (and don’t forget to oil it first) on the spit and start spinning away!
- What type of foods are best for rotisserie cooking? Almost anything you’d normally cook on a grill will work well with this method—just make sure there’s enough room between pieces so that they don’t overlap in the heat.
- How do I clean my rotisserie? After using your grill this summer, chances are good that its surface is covered in grease and grime from all those delicious meals you’ve cooked up. Luckily for us, cleaning our grills is easy; all we have to do is rub them down with soap and water every few weeks or so when things get particularly messy!
- If needed, throw some baking soda into a bowl full of warm water before rubbing down each section of your grill grate (or just sprinkle a little bit directly onto wet steel). This will help loosen up any stuck-on gunk or food particles that might otherwise be difficult or dangerous for us humans (and less likely than ever) during cleanup time later on down at home base here where we live together happily ever after…
Forks for steak
Steak isn’t just a cut of meat, it’s an event. Steak is something you share with others and should be prepared with care, whether you’re cooking at home or buying from a reputable butcher. The right utensils will help ensure that you never lose grip of your prized hunk of cow flesh—and also give it the best possible chance to come out perfect each time.
- FORK: For turning steaks on the grill, use tongs for flipping burgers or shish kebabs, but when it comes to meats like ribeye or filet mignon (or anything else thin enough to pierce with a fork), this tool is more useful than tongs because it keeps your hands clean and leaves room for other tasks like cutting up vegetables nearby (see below). Forks are also good for holding steak vertically while slicing and turning after searing so as not to puncture any juices that have been released into its center during cooking—and they provide much needed support when taking off smaller pieces where there isn’t enough surface area in contact with your cutting board yet
Grill brush
A grill brush is one of the most essential tools for all grills, whether you’re using charcoal or gas. It’s a must-have for cleaning your grill!
A good barbecue brush has firm bristles that can scrape away food residue, grease and burnt bits from your grill. Use it after each use to remove any food that gets stuck on during cooking.
Also use a wire brush for removing stuck on food or any black residue left over from prior grilling sessions. Never use cleaning chemicals or steel wool on your grill as these products can ruin the cooking surface.
Tongs
Tongs are a multi-use tool. Sure, you can use them to flip your burgers (and other meats) over for even cooking, but they’re also useful for grabbing food from the grill and moving it around without getting burned by hot tongs or dripping grease on yourself.
They’re also very helpful in grabbing the lid of your barbecue grill and flipping or closing it—especially if that lid is heavy! You can use tongs to grab anything that’s on top of your barbecue as well: food, utensils, sauces…whatever floats your boat!
Barbecue thermometer
If you’re a barbecue fan, then a thermometer is an essential tool. It will allow you to be sure your food is cooked properly and reduce the risk that it will get overcooked or dry out.
- How to use it. You can use a meat thermometer in three ways: inserting the probe into the thickest part of the meat, stabbing through its side (this should register between 140°F and 145°F for poultry) or placing it underneath your food on top of the grill grate (around 160°F).
- What temperature? Most people associate barbecue with beef brisket, which needs to cook until its internal temperature reaches 180°F. However, there are many other foods that also benefit from being cooked at this low temperature—like lamb shoulder (195-205°F), pork shoulder (180-190 °F), pork butt (165-175 °F) or rolled pork loin roast (175-185 °F).
Skewers for vegetables, fruit and kebabs
Skewers can be used to cook vegetables, fruit and kebabs. Soak bamboo skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling so they don’t burn on the grill. Use a toothpick to secure them in place.
If you want your food to be grilled but not burnt, opt for wooden-handled skewers instead of metal ones. They won’t get hot enough to burn your food!
When choosing a grill brush, consider how often you use it and what type of grill surface it’s going on (gas or charcoal). A good brush should last 6 months with moderate usage—any less than that would mean there are some problems with quality control somewhere along the line! If you’re planning on using yours daily during peak season (and who isn’t?), make sure it’s water-resistant so heavy rain doesn’t affect its performance over time!
Tool set with a case
A barbecue tool set is an absolute must-have for the summer griller. It’s the ideal way to keep your grill organized and all of your tools in one place. As you know, having all of your tools right at hand can be a life saver when you’re working with hot food, so having an easy way to carry them around is a huge bonus as well!
The must-have tool set contains:
- Tongs
- Brushes
- Spatula/Spoonula (useful for scooping out charcoal or ice)
- Fork/Spatula combo (for flipping burgers over)
You can easily store these items in a plastic storage case like this one from Coleman. These cases are designed to fit neatly inside most standard size coolers, which means that if you want extra space for drinks or other accessories when going on picnics or camping trips then simply add another cooler! You could even get creative and use these cases on their own as portable containers while tailgating at sporting events–just make sure they’re empty first though!
A cover for your grill.
If you’ve ever used a grill, you know how quickly they can get sooty, and not just from the char on the food. A cover for your grill will protect it from rain, snow and all kinds of critters that might want to use it as a home. A cover also keeps heat in to help cook foods more quickly—a bonus when you’re working with limited outdoor space or time.
But we’re here to tell you that buying an extra accessory is expensive! So consider these suggestions instead:
- Get something multi-functional. For example, many barbecue covers double as picnic tables or benches; this means that even if it’s raining out or snowing heavily (or both), your family can still enjoy their meal at the table under their covered area. You don’t need another separate piece of furniture taking up space inside or out—just one item!
- Consider longevity over price point: Some low-cost covers are flimsy and won’t last long enough for their cost savings to make sense over buying one higher quality item upfront; others are made from cheap materials that wear down quickly over time leading them into disrepair before their warranty expires (and some warranties expire after only three years!).
- Make sure whatever option fits best with your lifestyle while also providing value at an affordable price point rather than trying too hard just because it’s cheap! This way no matter what happens down the road when things start getting worn out again there will always be peace knowing nothing happened anytime soon because everything was still new then…
These barbecue grill accessories will help you create delicious dishes all summer long.
Whether you’re grilling for guests or just enjoying a few minutes with your family, having the right tools for the job will make all the difference.
In addition to picking out barbecue grill accessories that are safe and easy to use (like these), it’s important to invest in pieces that look good on your table. We found some seriously cool options at various price points, from more than $100 down to under $10.
You can also easily clean many of our picks by hand or machine-wash them in cold water without removing any parts. Most pieces are dishwasher-safe too; just be sure not to leave your tools unattended so they don’t overheat!
Finally, store any unused tools inside their original packaging until next time you want them—or place them somewhere they won’t get dusty or damaged while they’re not being used.
Conclusion
The best way to cook on a barbecue is with the right tools. A smoker box is essential for adding flavor to your meat and fish, while tongs are perfect for flipping burgers or skewers over high heat. You can also use a grill basket if you don’t want anything falling through the grates!
