How to Make a Non Stick Grill

It's easy to make your grill non-stick, so that the barbecued food doesn't get caught on the grill plate.

Method 1
Method 1 of 3:

Clean and hot

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    Make sure that the grill is clean. If not, clean it well before starting the barbecue.
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    Rub or spray oil over the area of the grill to be used. Use an oil able to tolerate high levels of heat well (high smoke point), such as peanut, canola or grapeseed oils.
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    Heat the grill. The grill should be hot before adding food to it. The combination of a clean grill, oil and heat will help keep the grill non-stick.
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    Only turn the food when it releases freely. If it is sticking, this is an indication that it hasn't yet seared properly.
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    Clean after use. You can do this after or before cooking, whichever you prefer, as long as it gets done.
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Method 2
Method 2 of 3:

Onion

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    Cut a large onion in half.
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    Grasp the outer side of the onion half firmly.
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    Heat the grill. Since you will be working with a hot grill, wear mitts or another form of heat-resistant protection. Let the heat burn off any charred bits.
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    Rub the open cut side over the grill plate. Move it back and forth to ensure that the grill plate is properly covered.
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    Barbecue the food. You should find that it doesn't stick to the grill plate.
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    Reapply as required.
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Method 3
Method 3 of 3:

Potato

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    Cut a large potato in half.
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    Rub the open cut side of one potato half over the grill. Press firmly but not so hard that the potato dents or breaks on the grill rungs.
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    Rub until the entire surface you're using has been coated.
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    Heat the barbecue.
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    Barbecue the food. You should find that the surface is non-stick, at least for the initial cooking.
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References

  1. ↑ http://amazingribs.com/tips_and_technique/how_to_prevent_sticking.html
  2. http://www.theyummylife.com/prevent_food_sticking_to_the_grill – research source
  3. http://www.skiptomylou.org/2013/09/03/how-to-make-your-grill-non-stick/ – research source

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Categories: Barbecue Equipment
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