How to Choose the Ideal Barbeque Grill Without Getting Your Wallet Burned

A backyard barbeque is a very common item in almost every Australian yard. And while many take great care in selecting and preparing the food they serve on their table, in most case the taste of the meal greatly depends on the quality of the barbeque.

Whether this is your first time shopping barbeques online, or you are an experienced shopper looking to replace his current barbeque, know that there are models to fit all kinds of cooking styles and budgets. From portable grills that you can take away for the weekend, to large ones designed for cooking for the whole family, the choices are pretty wide. Below is a guide that will help you pick the right barbeque grill to cook delicious food on so that the whole family enjoys the meal.

Gas vs. Charcoal

Nowadays, you can find a wide range of gas and charcoal barbeques online. Your budget may play a great role in your decision as gas barbeques tend to be more expensive.

• Charcoal barbeques take more time to get the food ready as the embers need to be hot to cook the food properly. You can speed up the process of cooking by investing in a chimney starter. Experts suggest avoiding self-lighting charcoal as it comes with chemicals which help to heat it up faster. It is important to mention that the taste that a charcoal barbeque provides is unique. That is because the meat is cooked slower and this helps keep the moisture in, making the meat more succulent. Although some experts suggest you can mimic the flavour profile of charcoal in a gas barbeque by using wood-chips in foil with holes in it, there is still a difference in the taste.
• With gas barbeques you can start cooking almost immediately. And because you can regulate the temperature, gas tends to cook more evenly than charcoal. Gas grills that come with multiple burners also allow you to cook food at different temperatures, which is great for foods that require different heat levels.

Choosing the Right Size

• Portable – a portable barbeque is ideal for an unplanned get-together on the balcony or a weekend camping gateway. Many portables available on the market use charcoal but you may also find some gas options.
• Small – having a small grill means you may have to cook in batches when you have extra people for dinner. If you have hungry friends or family members, a large barbeque may be a better option.
• Large– larger grills can come with heavy parts and may require significant construction. They are ideal for cooking plenty of burgers and sausages for large groups of people.

If you are planning to cook food in your barbeque that may slip through the grill, then it is wise to choose a model that comes with a griddle. Models that come with side burners for sauces, vegetables and boiling potatoes may also be a good choice depending on your needs.