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If you have never given barbeque a shot before, you are really missing out! I mean, who doesn’t love that delicious smokey smell mixed in with the smell of your food cooking? Picking your first grill can be confusing with all the different options but we can help walk you through the different types of barbeque grills.
If you’ve decided to give it a go, then congratulations! We’re going to break down what different types of barbecue grills are available and how they are typically used. Ready? Let’s get started.
Here at PatsBarandGrill.com, we get asked a lot about different types of barbecue grills. We have compiled what we think are the top five most common ones on the market. Keep reading to learn more about each type and see if you find a grill that suits your needs.
Charcoal Grills
One of the most basic types of barbeque grills is the charcoal-fired model. This type of grill is simple, but it does have its advantages. As their name implies, these grills are fired using charcoal briquettes and wood for a slow, low heat burn that doesn’t burn the food on your plates.
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This type of grill is perfect for the newbie or anyone who wants to impress guests with a simple style of cooking.
Gas-fired grills
Weber Genesis II E-310 Liquid Propane 3-Burner Grill
These types of barbeque grills use propane or natural gas to heat up the grill and cook your food. These types of grills are very popular for their easy to use nature and their ability to cook quickly at high temperatures. Typically, these types of grills do not require a lot of maintenance because it is self-contained. If you are looking for a grill that will cook your food quickly and meal prep is not a big deal, then you may want to consider purchasing one of these.
Electric grills
This type of grill cooks food at relatively low temperatures and does not require any pre-heating time. Because this type of grill can be plugged in, it is a great option for tailgating or camping. The only downside is the amount of time it takes to heat up and cook your foods. In addition, electric indoor smokeless grills can save the day when the weather does not cooperate on game day. So if you have the time to wait for your meal, this may be a great option for you. Otherwise, consider one of the previous options.
Smoker grills
This type of grill has a separate smoker box where wood chips can be placed over time to add flavor and smoke to your dishes. These types of barbeque grills are best used when baking or smoking food so they are perfect for people who love smoking meats and other dishes at home.
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If you have a smoker grill at home, this is a great option for you.
Dual-zippered or Dual Fuel grills
Royal Gourmet 3-Burner Dual Fuel Propane and Charcoal Combo
With the dual fuel types of barbeque grills, you can cook two different recipes at once by moving the grates from one side to the other. You can also adjust both sides independently so everything cooks perfectly evenly. These types of grills are very easy to use because they come with an easy to read control panel that lets you know exactly how things are cooking on your grill.
These typically off one side for cooking with gas and the other oven uses charcoal. Typically, this type of grill is more expensive than the others on the market but for anyone who likes to cook at home, this will be a great investment.
Conclusion
It does not matter if you are a veteran griller or someone who likes to experiment in the kitchen. There is a grill out there for everyone. All these grills offer their own unique benefits and you can’t really go wrong with any of them. Just choose the one that meets your needs the best.
