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Do you enjoy outdoor cooking? Do you love a good BBQ or mixed grill? Thinking about the outdoor cooking equipment you need? Campsite cooking or a barbeque in your garden, here are some tips to make the experience more enjoyable!
First things first, plan! Nothing is more stressful than finding out that you forgot an essential ingredient or utensil for the cook. Even if you are cooking outdoors in your garden, constantly running in and out of the house whilst cooking increases the chances of eating badly burned food.
Make a list and be thorough. Consider easy camping recipes as cooking a good camping breakfast sets you up for the day. Plan what you are going to cook and in which order.
When you pack your bags, pack the things you cook last first. More importantly, keep your menu simple and easy to cook. Simple does not equal bland, tasty is the way forward!
Even for a great BBQ at home, ensure that flavours and dishes complement each other. If you want rich flavours, think of marinades or fresh herbs, as this will minimise the need for condiments. Make up your skewers beforehand, pre-mix your seasoning in one container.
To keep food juicy or moist when cooking, wrap each portion in an aluminium foil pack. As a result, you do not need to use a pan as it will cook on its own steam without sticking to the BBQ. The foil makes it easy to serve and fun to unpack and eat!
Make sure that your grill BBQ is fit for purpose. Lightweight and easy to install if you take it with you on your travels for campsite cooking. Remember that size matters if you want it to be big enough to cater to the number of people with you.
Consider practicalities such as the fuel for the BBQ. Make sure you have enough. Is your BBQ efficient in fuel use and easy to light? Make sure you have your firestarters at the ready. Ensure you have sufficient fuel to maintain the fire of your camping stove or gas barbeque.
Is your cooking equipment suitable for camping or outdoor cooking? Whether it is stainless steel, cast iron or wood, a multipurpose tool is the way to go. Many tools and gadgets help you cook up a storm and make gourmet meals outdoors.
Safety often means the not interesting sensible part. However, executed well, it will make your outdoor cooking look effortless, easy and fun for everyone involved.
Choose the place for your BBQ wisely. Pay attention to the direction of the wind or smoke. As a result, you know where to sit to keep out of the smoke! Is the flame slightly sheltered so you can achieve a reasonable even cook?
Ensure the storage and prep area for the food is in easy reach of the BBQ, including your serving material. If the answer to these questions is yes, you will make the cook look effortless and an enjoyable experience for all involved.
You prepped your food. Check. You set your BBQ up. Check. Your cooking equipment is at the ready. Check. It is time to light that fire!
Charred food heightens flavours where burnt food does not. A good char requires a piping hot surface with a steady heat. Before you start, check if the temperature on your oiled cooking surface is right and stable. Why not try one of our easy recipes?
Decide which food needs a char as variety is the spice of life! You are looking for a dark caramel colour, not blackened burnt food. Keep your eye on the food as it can turn from charred to burned in less than a second!
A steady heat is all you need for a marvellous outdoor cooking experience. As you set up comfortably and conveniently, you can enjoy the continuous management of food on the grill whilst enjoying the company of your loved ones.
Monitor the fire and make sure that there is enough fuel. You do not want the heat to die down in the middle of your campsite cooking.
Last but not least, decide whether you want to cook on demand or cook everything in one go. Do you have a plan for the leftovers?
Be careful with cooking food, do not leave cooked food out in the open for over 2 hours and keep it out of the sun. Cook everything through and have clean hands when dealing with food.
End your cook in style and with a flourish. There are plenty of fruit-based desserts perfect for outdoor cooking that look sensational. Do not, however, forget the timeless DIY favourite for all ages. The humble S’more!
