Grill can be found in almost every Polish garden, where it is a must-have. Over the years, roasting has become a form of entertainment and relaxation, and eating is one of the favorites. Although grilling food is a pleasure,cleaning the grillis no longer so popular. However, in order for the grill to perform its functions properly and for a long time, and for the dishes prepared on it, to be tasty, we must properly care for it. Seehow and what to clean the grilland learn about the besthomemade ways to clean the grill !
Cleaning the grill should be done regularly, after each use
Regardless of whether you have a traditional charcoal, gas or electric grill -each type of grill should be cleaned regularly , preferably after each use. Not only for aesthetic reasons, but also for he alth reasons. Remember, however, thatthe method of cleaning the grill should be adapted to its typeWe clean each type of grill slightly differently.
Cleaning the charcoal grill
If you want tokeep the grill clean , it is important to prevent it from getting dirty. Therefore, it is recommended to put the grilled food on aluminum trays or wrap it in aluminum foil. In addition to , it will prevent the grate from getting dirty , it will also prevent grease from dripping onto the firebox. This is important because when fat is burned, toxic smoke is released, from which toxins can penetrate into grilled food.Sousing trays and aluminum foil, we will not only take care of the cleanliness of the grill, but also our he alth
After each cooking,clean the grill grate thoroughly, burning off any leftover foodThen, while it is still warm, but not hot, remove the remaining debris with a stainless steel bristle brush. Such a brush is perfect for bothcleaning of cast iron and steel gratesIf the grate is very dirty and the brush alone is not enough, usehome grill cleaningwhich is to use a mixture of water, vinegar and soap.
Note!Fat is easier to remove when the grill is not completely cool. However, the grill bowl must not be poured with water while the briquette is still glowing. Using this method may lead to the grill becoming rusted.
- To clean the grate in a charcoal grill, roll-on cloths (eg.Light & Soft cloths by Vileda) - very handy and easy to use. Thanks to extremely absorbent, they will easily collect fat - better than a paper towel that is often used for this purpose. We should also remember to thoroughly clean the coal pan (after emptying the cold ash tank) and the outside of the device housing.
The grill housing should be washed regularly, immediately after cooling, with ordinary water and a dish cloth. It is worth choosing one that will not scratch the surface, e.g. the Pur Active dishwasher with a strong, polyurethane abrasive layer, which can handle even the heaviest dirt. Do not use strong agents as they may damage the painted coating of the grill. To prevent the grill from rusting, after finishing work, all the elements of the grill housing and bowl must be thoroughly dried with viscose cloths - advises Piotr Piecha, an expert of the Vileda brand.
Good to know
To avoid heavy soiling on the charcoal grill,use BBQ Brickin place of charcoal. require the use of kindling, do not crumble and do not leave dirt on the grill.
Cleaning the gas grill
Before we startcleaning the gas grill , be sure to disconnect the gas supply. The next step is to take the grill apart and clean the parts. As in the case of the charcoal grill, also in the gas grillthe most important thing is to carefully clean the grateScrape the leftover food with a vacuum cleaner and remove the heaviest dirt with a wire brush.
In the gas grill, under the burners, there is a special tray - a drainer, through which excess juices and fat from grilled food flows into the aluminum tray.Eject the tray and rinseas fat on it may catch fire. If we have already grilled several times, let's also wash the aroma rails that cover the burners in gas grills. Also remember toclean the gas supply elementsThen assemble all the parts together, start them up and dry them.
In order for the gas grill to serve us long and to work flawlessly, once a year it is advisable toimpregnate the grate with spray oilWhen it comes to storing the equipment, it is necessary to secure the gas cylinder - it must be tightly closed and placed in a safe, cool and shaded room in a stable position.
Cleaning the gas grill
Electric grill cleaning
There is a misconception among many owners of this device that since you roast on an electric grill without the use of fat, and Teflon is a layer to which food does not stick, there is no needregular cleaning of the electric grill.
Nothing could be more wrong! After each grilling, an invisible layer of fat or food remains on the hob. And each subsequent use will heat up and burn the residues, which will affect the quality and taste of the food.
- When choosingcleaners and accessories for washing the electric grill plate , we must pay attention to choose those that will not scratch the Teflon surface and will be adequate to the degree of dirt on the plate. Remove small dirt from the boardwith a soft, moistened viscose clothIf, on the other hand, the surface is burnt and greasyuse a sponge that does not scratch delicate Teflon surfaces , e.g. Pur Active (certified by DuPont). You can also use a special preparation that will help remove greasy dirt - explains Piotr Piecha.
Let's not forget that it is equally important to store the grillcorrectly after the seasonis over. The clean device should be placed in a dry room where it will safely wait for the next year.
