Brad`s BBQ Tips and Tricks

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Brad's BBQ Tips and Tricks

Just in time for barbecue season!

•  One of the biggest mistakes people make when it comes to barbecuing is cooking on too high of a temperature. Turn down the heat - in most cases, medium-high is hot enough.

•  Make sure you have a good set of basic equipment, including a water bottle to spritz any flame-ups, barbecue gloves, a brush, tongs and a meat thermometer (instant read thermometers are especially handy).

•  For kebobs, use metal skewers. They're less likely to burn and will cook more evenly. Also be sure not to overstuff your kebobs - leave enough space between pieces to allow the heat in.

•  Skewer meats and vegetables on separate kebobs - they are more likely to cook evenly.

•  Keep in mind that marinades do not make meat more tender; they simply add flavour.

•  When you're cooking a whole meal on the barbecue, clean the grill between courses. Brush it and burn it off for up to five minutes to avoid the transfer of flavours and also fend off any potential allergic reactions or food safety concerns.

•  Use two sets of tongs - one for raw meat and one to take the cooked product off the barbecue.

•  Don't sauce too early - add just before the product is cooked to maximize flavour.