BBQing can be a lot of fun and this is a great way to relax and unwind with family and friends. However, people who are not familiar with BBQing may find the process a bit challenging at first. Here are some great tips for outdoor cooking in Ireland.
- Measure your ingredients for each dish in advance and pack them in Ziploc bags with clear labels.
- Prepare soups and chili in advance and place them in the fridge or freezer until they are needed.
- Freeze meat before putting it in the cooler as this will make other food cold and make it stay fresh longer.
- Always cover pots whenever cooking outdoors to help food cook more quickly.
- Pack all items in the cooler in watertight containers or bags to prevent leakage.
- Keep food from sticking to the grill by applying a little oil to the grill.
- Make sure that all of your cooking equipment is fireproof and keep the handles away from flames and heat.
- Put a hole on the middle of hamburgers to make them cook more evenly.
- Try cooking over coals as they provide a steadier and more even heat without producing smoke.
- Use empty milk cartons to store juice and other types of liquids in.
- Frozen cans of soda that are placed in your cooler will help to keep the other types of food in there colder for longer.
- Cooking pots can be used as mixing bowls to save space in the outdoor kitchen and perhaps even reduce the amount of washing up that you have to do.
- Clearly label all of your jars and other types of containers so that you can see what is in them at a glance and don’t get them mixed up accidentally.
- Cook meat halfway through before adding the sauce to prevent the sauce from burning on the grill.