Gas grills: pros and cons

Most people who are resting in nature are not at all happy about the prospect of looking for firewood or carrying coal, which takes up a lot of space in the trunk, when you want to try the kebab. In this case, the real grill can be a gas grill, which is suitable for preparing the most juicy, delicious and flavorful dishes.

By its appearance, the gas grill resembles a kitchen cabinet, on which a metal grate is placed. The back wall acts as a lid and protects the walls from splashes of hot grease. Gas grill powered by gas. It is fed to the brazier by means of a cylinder with liquefied gas, which is placed directly under the grill. A burner is hidden on the surface, through which the grill heats up.

The mechanism of action of the gas grill is similar to that in the stoves. Therefore, the roaster is always ready for use. The only condition is a propane or butane bottle. When the device is turned on, gas begins to flow from the cylinder to the built-in burners, where the combustion of the fuel takes place and external heat is generated.

Special burners are installed above the burners. They contribute to the uniform distribution of heat on the functional surface. The temperature level at the same time, as in the plates, is regulated by a burner. Heating is very fast, so the speed of frying dishes is quite high.

The range of models is diverse, but the basic design details of all models are identical. The body, as a rule, is made of stainless steel, therefore it is quickly cleaned and resists rust. The working surface is made of a cast-iron grid, below which grease collectors and flame-separators are located. The gas cylinder is placed inside the bollards (directly below the functional surface).

The control panel makes it possible to effectively regulate the degree of gas inflow, as well as the temperature at the operating burners.Bringing the grill into action is done by simply switching the handle. At this point, the ignition mechanism is triggered. After a couple of moments, you can start cooking.

Gas grills have won the recognition of consumers around the world. This is not surprising, because the quality of the dishes prepared on them is in no way inferior to a grill on charcoal or wood. Country models working from gas, allow to cook meat with a ruddy crust, which at the same time remains juicy and tender inside. The cooking time on the grills of all modifications is about the same. The time required to bring the structure to a working state in gas models is much shorter. They are better than electric, coal products.

Among the advantages of a gas grill can be identified several particularly important.

• Instant warm-up installation. For best results, 10 minutes is enough to prepare the roaster.
• Control the level of heat. Throughout the time of use, the temperature remains constant.At the same time, the user can increase or decrease it at his discretion.
• Versatility. Gas grill is used to prepare a variety of dishes (meat, vegetables, fish). On it, you can make soup and boil tea.
• Taste. Since the frying process takes place on the working surface, there is no particular difference in what is used to heat the surface itself.
• Easy to clean. This is a particularly significant advantage of models on gas. They do not need to remove coal and ash. To clean the firebox, it is enough to raise the temperature for 10-15 minutes (to burn all the fat), and then scrape off the remains with a wire brush.

Disadvantages of gas grills are also available. This is a high price. Such models are much more expensive than coal. In addition, the gas grill itself does not give the aroma of smoke.

There are many types of grills: marching, infrared, mobile, compact, contact and others.

However, all of them can be divided into 3 types.

• Embedded. They belong to the professional kitchen appliances, therefore they are often used by owners of large mansions, as well as in restaurants. Work from the main gas supply.
• Portable. Models on a trolley with two wheels, contain a tank for mounting the cylinder, often additionally equipped with drawers and shelves on the sides.
• Tourist. Mini options for grills that can be taken on a picnic. Performance is small, but they also weigh a little.

Gas grill manufacturers offer a wide range of products. Products can be outdoor and desktop (home), placed at home, in the apartment, in the country or balcony. These designs are stationary and portable. Grills have one hotplate or 3 or more. Each is equipped with a knob. Portable models are compact. But at the same time they retain all the functionality of the stationary model.

A separate kind of gas grills are lava models. They allow you to cook meals without the participation of fat. These models include a lattice with a tray, a heating element and volcanic stones (lava elements). This structure allows you to evenly distribute heat. In this case, all the flowing fat is absorbed into the stones, the smells of dishes prepared alternately, do not mix. All nutrients are stored in full.

Grills can be divided into contact and contactless models. Contact models are clamping modifications. They consist of upper and lower parts. The top panel can be lowered and pressed tightly to the products. The advantages of the models are small dimensions, low noise level. Food is prepared without the use of excess fat and oils.

The disadvantages include the number of servings. For 1 time really cook no more than two. Contactless models allow cooking without direct exposure to the product of the heat source. The blank may be above or below the thermal element.

Gas grills vary by type of coverage. There are 3 varieties.

It is based on the use of environmentally friendly ceramic components. This is a durable coating resistant to mechanical stress and scratches. It withstands temperatures up to 400 degrees.

Durable double coating with marble effect.Non-stick components keep you warm for a long time. Made from a variety of environmentally friendly materials.

For such a coating using high quality stainless steel. It is not exposed to corrosion, heats up quickly, retains heat well. Does not contain hazardous substances for life and health. Stainless steel coating with non-stick component is durable, wear-resistant and environmental friendly.

Many companies in the most different countries of the world are engaged in production of grills. In the ranking of the leading manufacturers of grills, Finnish companies are represented, consumers give good reviews to products of Chinese companies. The greatest demand is for products from several manufacturers.

Canadian company engaged in the manufacture of grills for over 30 years. The assortment list of products of this manufacturer includes a wide variety of models (from hiking portable versions to multifunctional modifications for catering enterprises).

Characteristics of roasting:

• abundance of innovative technologies;
• the possibility of ignition in the rain and wind;
• option to evaporate fat droplets;
• protection of burners from pollution.

Another Canadian company that successfully mastered the production of braziers 40 years ago. A distinctive feature of the grill Napoleon - ceramic burners that can withstand temperatures up to 800 degrees.

Producer from Australia, who received many prestigious world awards for their products, characterized by exceptional design and high technology. Grills of this manufacturer are distinguished by increased heating safety due to a special ignition technology. There is no open flame, gas burners heat metal plates above them.

A US company, it was here that the familiar chicken grill was created. The assortment list of products includes convenient and multifunctional gas models equipped with tables for cutting billets, side burners and spits.

Producer of South Africa, proven as the creator of miniature models with high functionality. The weight of such a grill is no more than 4.5 kg.The design combines a grill, an oven, as well as a smokehouse and a double boiler. The product does not heat up, so it can be installed anywhere. This is a product for travel and long trips a small company.

To properly purchase a grill, you must answer a number of questions.

The surface of the grill can be grooved or completely smooth. The first is used for cooking meat. The second should be used for hamburgers, as well as vegetables and fish.

Grill with two or more burners allows you to cook several dishes at once. If you plan to regularly assemble a large company, it is necessary to give preference to just such models.

The simplest models of grill can roast meat. More complex offer options for using the furnace as a smokehouse, and also have motorized skewers for meat and poultry.

It is necessary to focus on several factors.

• The burners must be made of stainless steel, brass or cast iron, and their lids must be made of thick steel,covered with special porcelain enamel.
• The design must be sustainable. Try pushing the grill lightly. If the product is swinging and rattling, you should not purchase such a model.
• The lid should open quickly and smoothly without any effort, but should not fall off with a slight jolt.
• The gratings should be made of cast iron, and better - of cast iron. Optimally, if they are covered with porcelain coating.

You can only clean such items after the porcelain has cooled, as it is easy to spoil it when hot. Wheels should have a smooth circulation and the possibility of stable fixation.

How to make a gas grill with your own hands, you can learn from the video below.