BBQ Accessories & Supplies
The Tools of The Trade
Read my unbiased reviews on grilling and smoking tools of the trade. My comprehensive reviews will help you find the perfect products to fit your needs to help you succeed!
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- The Art of BBQ - Techniques & Guides
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- BBQ & Grill Safety
- BBQ Grills & Equipment Buying Guides
- BBQ Tips & Tricks
- Beginner Grilling Techniques
- Cleaning & Maintenance
- Grilling Tips & Techniques
- Marinades / Rubs / Injecting / Brining
- Master Grilling Techniques
- Smoking Tips & Techniques
- Temperature Management
- Top Rated BBQ Grills & Smokers
- Fuel
- Know Your Meat
- Searing
- What I Use & Recommend
- Outdoor Pizza Ovens
- Wood Fired Pizza Ovens
- Gas Pizza Ovens
- Built-in Pizza Ovens
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Charcoal Starters
There's a reason charcoal grills are a favorite among grilling purists. They give you an undeniable smokey flavor and classic grilling experience that other types of grills can't replicate. A thing that's nobody's favorite, however, is how finicky charcoal grills can sometimes be to light. So before you give up and reach for the lighter fluid (which can least a nasty flavor on your food), know that there's a better way! Charcoal starters like chimney starters, electric starters, propane torches, and lighter cubes can all help you get your fire started and get to grilling in no time, no lighter fluid required. They're easy to use and can save you time that's especially vital if you've got a backyard full of hungry partygoers on your hands. In this section, we'll cover some of our picks for the top charcoal starters on the market (including our final verdict on our absolute favorite) and tips to help you select the best option for you and your grill. We also review some more technologically advanced newcomers to the charcoal starter scene and tell you if we think they're worth it. Lighting your charcoal grill can be quick and hassle-free using these charcoal lighting tools reviewed below. Leave the lighter fluid behind and start firing up your grill the easy way with these tools! Lighting your charcoal grill can be quick and hassle-free using these charcoal lighting tools we review.
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Grilling Tools & Supplies
Get the best grilling tools & supplies for every occasion guaranteed to help you become a better outdoor cook. Find our recommendations in the guides below. The best grill and quality ingredients still will only get you so far. Without the right accessories, you won't be able to fully utilize your grill and have the best outdoor cooking experience possible. This category of our guides dives into everything you need for a great time cooking outdoors. We recommend heat-resistant grilling gloves so you can adjust your vents, grates, and lid while protecting your hands from the heat. The right cutlery and cookware can help take your food prep to the next level and impress guests when it's time to serve up your creations. Protecting your grill from the elements is essential to keep it working great, and a grill cover is the way to do that. Whether your main concerns are dust and dirt or torrential downpours and snow, no matter the weather in your area, a grill cover can withstand it. Finally, you can round out your grilling and smoking experience with grilling and smoking accessories, BBQ gear, and more to truly elevate your outdoor cooking game.
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Rubs & Seasonings
For us, the grill you're using to cook and the proteins or vegetables you're cooking is only part of the equation to a truly outstanding outdoor cooking experience. To round out your meal and make it something extraordinary, there's one more piece to the puzzle we reach for when grilling: rubs and seasonings. Don't get us wrong — a steak or burger that's seared and seasoned simply with a bit of salt and pepper is a beautiful thing! But rubs and seasonings give you a chance to experiment and turn your grill into a canvas for some unique, unexpected flavors. Whether you love cooking up Southern barbecue, Mexican or Caribbean-inspired dishes, or recipes that draw from Asian flavors, there's a spice rub or seasoning blend out there for you to try. Got a friend who loves smoky and spicy flavors? Another kid who can't get enough garlic? Stock up your spice rack, and you'll be able to have options for everybody! Look hard enough, and you'll even find spices and seasonings out there you never even thought to try (or that you didn't even know existed!), but that ends up being some of your family's favorites. Join me in the "Spice Hunters Club" as I search for the ultimate rubs and seasonings to pair with every protein. Read my reviews to find out which make the cut.
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Instant Read Thermometers
Being a good cook requires good ingredients, being a phenomenal cook requires an instant read thermometer! Find one here. What exactly is an instant read thermometer? It’s your handy tool for telling the internal temperature of your food quickly and accurately, without having to wait around or guess. Knowing an accurate internal temp for the meat you’re cooking ensures you know when it’s cooked to perfection, or has a little longer to go on the grill. Read my unbiased reviews as we dive into everything you need to know about instant read thermometers, from the pros (battery life, speed) to the cons (some models can be pricey or not as accurate as others). We also cover the reasons why you’ll want to invest in one if you want to master outdoor cooking and produce juicy, tender results every time you fire up your grill or smoker. That’s right: instant read thermometers make the dreaded overcooked chicken breast a thing of the past. Our guide also dives into our top picks for the best instant read thermometers, giving you an in-depth look at some of the best models on the market and what makes them great before you start shopping. If you’re ready to stop guessing and start cooking with confidence, read up on instant read thermometers below.
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Leave In Thermometers
Owning a good digital meat thermometer probe will take the guesswork out of cooking when it comes to both your food and your grill's temperature. You've had your food on the grill for a while now, so it's time to take it off and serve it up to your family to enjoy — or is it? Knowing your food's precise temperature is essential for two primary reasons: you'll be able to tell when your food has reached a safe temperature to eat, but know to take it off the grill before it overcooks and wouldn't be tender and delicious anymore. Owning a good digital meat thermometer probe will take the guesswork out of cooking when it comes to both your food and your grill's temperature. Read my unbiased reviews as we break down the best digital leave-in thermometers on the market that make it effortless to guarantee that your meat is cooked safely without overcooking or drying your food out. We'll cover what makes each of our top picks for leave-in thermometers great, from their accuracy and precision to their battery life, build quality, and price. If you're still eyeballing your food's doneness or using the often inaccurate temperature gauge built into your grill, at best, you could end up with dry, overcooked meat — and at worst, you could be putting people at risk with undercooked meat. Digital thermometers are the safe way to know your grill's temperature and guarantee your food is cooked to perfection.
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BBQ Temperature Controllers
BBQ temperature controllers automatically regulate the heat of your grill or smoker for an easier set it and forget it cooking experience. The best BBQ temperature controllers let you place your grill or smoker on cruise control while you take care of more important things. No more hovering over your cooker or worrying about losing control of your fire. If your ideal day of barbecuing is laid back and free from guesswork and fiddling around with your fire, a BBQ temperature controller is a must-have tool. BBQ temperature controllers automatically regulate the heat of your grill or smoker for an easier set it and forget it cooking experience. The best BBQ temperature controllers let you place your grill or smoker on cruise control while you take care of more important things. No more hovering over your cooker or worrying about losing control of your fire. These handy tools work by using a sensor to tell when the temperature of your grill or smoker changes. If the temperature does veer off from your chosen temp, the BBQ temperature controller alters the airflow within the cooking chamber by adjusting vents or blowing air in with a fan to bring your grill or smoker back to where it should be. Before you go out and purchase a BBQ temperature controller of your own, we're breaking down how these gadgets work, the different types available, and our top picks for the best controllers on the market today. With the information in our guide, you'll be able to pick the best BBQ temperature controller for your grill or smoker to guarantee a relaxed, hassle-free barbecue experience and delicious, perfectly cooked results.
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Grill Cleaning Tools & Supplies
Make your old barbecue look new or maintain your new barbecue to maximize your outdoor cooking investment with our Grill Cleaning Tools & Supplies recommendations. A clean grill is a happy grill — or at least one that will be able to produce delicious food and function as intended for years. You put a lot of research and money into selecting and purchasing a grill for your outdoor cooking setup, but that thoughtfulness shouldn't end once the grill is out on your patio. Regular maintenance and cleaning are necessary to help protect your investment, keep it working as it should, and make sure the food that comes out of it is delicious. This advice also applies to the grill you've had sitting in your backyard for years. Make your old barbecue look new, or maintain your new barbecue to maximize your outdoor cooking investment. Your best tools to clean and care for your grill or barbecue will be grill brushes. These specialized tools are designed to scour away any charred on or leftover food and drippings off of your grill's grates, so they're clean and ready for the next time you use them. In the below guides, we recommend our top picks for BBQ and bristle-free grill brushes, as well as provide information on when to know you need a new one and the features to look for in a great brush.
