Are you looking for a quality outdoor grill? There are so many different types that you may find the search overwhelming.
We’ll break down the pros and cons of seven types of grills in this post.
By the end, you’ll know exactly which grill is best for you.
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A gas grill uses natural gas as the fuel source. You need access to a gas line to install your gas grill. It’s quite cheap and especially convenient for those that already have a gas line installed in their home.
If you don’t have a gas line, it can be quite expensive to install one. It’s possible to do it yourself but probably is best left for a more experienced DIYer. Here’s our guide on hooking up natural gas to your grill if you’d like to learn more.
In outdoor kitchens, built-in grills are quite popular (see above). They are installed inside your lower cabinets. But freestanding grills are an option too!
Propane grills use propane as a fuel source. It is more expensive than natural gas but burns hotter. Propane gas comes in tanks so you won’t need to worry about an extensive installation.
If you want to be able to move your grill around or travel, propane grills are a great option. You’re not confined to one space and can bring the tanks wherever you want to grill.
A pellet grill is an electric grill that uses pellets as a fuel source. Pellet grills have fireboxes where you add pellets. Most grills have controls that periodically feed the pellets into the grill. As they burn, smoke forms, giving your meats a delicious smoky flavor.
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Charcoal grills use charcoal as a fuel source. Like pellet grills, they are great at smoking meats. Charcoal grills take some time to light but if you want a delicious smoky flavor, this grill is for you. The more charcoal you use, the hotter your grill. You can customize your grill setup with ease based on what you’re cooking.
The more coals you place under the grill grates, the hotter it will get. So you can create hotter and cooler areas on your grill. This is practical to ensure that food doesn’t burn or if you want to cook a thick cut of meat and a thin cut of meat, for example.
You can also reuse your briquettes which saves you some money and is quite convenient.
Flat top grills or griddles are either gas or electric grills with a flat griddle. They are most common in commercial kitchens where lots of food is cooked. Things like burgers, pancakes, steaks, and the like. You might have been to Asian restaurants in the past where professional chefs cook food in front of you. But they can be practical in residential kitchens too!
Some kitchens feature full-size flat top grills. Others feature side burners that have small griddles. They are convenient if you don’t have enough room on your main grill or need to warm up a dish or two before serving.
Kamado grills are round, ceramic charcoal grills that are portable and easy to use. You might have also heard of Big Green Egg grills which are the same style.
Electric grills are powered by electricity. All you need to do is plug them in, adjust the settings, and you’re ready to cook. They are quite convenient for people who don’t have a natural gas connection or don’t have the time to light charcoal grills.
Portable grills, as the name suggests, are portable. Some portable grills are propane or charcoal, while others are electric. These grills are a great option if you are going camping or RVing and want to do some barbecuing. If you are looking for a more permanent option, though, look into larger grills. Gas and propane are reliable options.
Have you decided on an outdoor grill? You have a lot of options but it’s important to choose one that fits your cooking style. Hopefully you learned more about what type of grill is best for you. For more grilling content, check out the articles below.
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