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Owning a home barbecue can mean having grilled meats or vegetables anytime you want and is a good way to cook for a crowd. But shopping for a barbecue can be a challenge because there are so many options from which to choose, like Weber barbeques and more. While you need to pick a unit that works for your budget and your cooking needs in particular, you might note a few suggestions first. This will ensure you get a quality barbecue that is sure to work for you and last for years.
1. Steel
Stainless steel is the best choice for a home barbecue, but note that not all steel is alike. Steel is graded according to its overall quality and a lower grade number is actually better. Cheaper steel may rust over time and, in turn, your barbecue is ruined. You can look for the numbers when it comes to steel's grade; 304 is good, but 430 is a cheaper and lower quality.
To find out if you're getting a good grade when you don't see numbers, bring a magnet with you to the store. If the magnet sticks, you're getting a cheap grade of steel. If it doesn't, you're getting a better, higher-quality grade that is going to last.
2. British Thermal Units (BTU)
The BTU or British thermal units of a barbecue tells you how much heat it generates; even furnaces have a BTU measurement. The more heat you get from your barbecue, the quicker the food will cook and the easier it will be to handle thicker steaks and other such items. Look for at least 12,000 BTUs per burner for your barbecue to ensure you can easily cook all the foods you choose without delay.
3. Gas versus charcoal
This choice will boil down to your personal preferences. Gas barbecues are safer as you can more easily control the flame and the heat. However, you do need to ensure the propane is properly stored. Gas barbecues are also easier to clean than a charcoal barbecue, and they heat in an instant so you can start cooking right when you get home after a long day.
However, for a true grilled flavor from your foods, you want to choose a charcoal grill as the food will absorb the charcoal flavor. There is also more smoke from a charcoal grill and this too can add to the flavor of foods. You might also choose different types of charcoal or add things like hickory to enhance your cooking.
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