So that our barbecue or grill works properly and lasts us many years in perfect condition is fundamental clean it properly and provide a series of care. Furthermore, these maintenance work they are also of utmost importance to ensure our safety during cooking.
That's why, from Jumaco Maestro Ovens, barbecue and grill manufacturers, we want to share with you some Tips for the care and maintenance of your barbecue whether you're a home cook or a professional chef.
How should I clean my barbecue?
The bulk of barbecue cleaning lies in the grill as it is the part on which food is placed to be cooked, and therefore the most susceptible to accumulating grease and dirt. And, at the same time, it is also the the part that must be cleanest so that no impurities or leftover food remain between cooking sessions.
It is as important Grill cleaning that should not only to clean up after cooking in it but also while cooking especially if we are going to prepare different types of food. For example, if we cook meats first and then want to prepare seafood, or vice-versa. To do this, we will carefully remove all food debris that may have stuck to the bars. with the help of a wire brush.
However, although the grill is the most important part, we must not forget about clean and check the rest of the equipment.
Aficionados
It is recommended that, in the case of Enthusiasts to the kitchen, Once a year review thoroughly all the moving parts from the barbecue to clean them one by one thoroughly and check that no part is worn or deteriorated.
Professionals
Instead, if you are a professional From the barbecue kitchen and you use your grill for hours every day, the frequency with which you should carry out maintenance tasks increases to Once a month.
You should bear in mind that the grills and irons of barbecues, when used professionally, for example in restaurants, are subjected to very high temperatures daily and therefore require monthly maintenance instead of annual maintenance.
Therefore, each month you will need to Check all parts of the barbecue. to check that there are no defects y for grease the grills and lifting systems to ensure the barbecue functions correctly.
Likewise, a once a week You will have to Immerse the grates and irons in water along with a degreasing product. what will we leave updated for at least 6 hours. With this, we will be able to get the grates ready so we can continue cooking with them.
Types of cleaning
There are two ways to clean our barbecue: cold and hot. Below, we detail what each one involves and how it is carried out.
Cold cleaning
As its name suggests, this cleaning technique involves cleaning our grill while it's cold. That is, once it has cooled down after use. If we opt for this method, we will have to use Specialised degreasers for grills, which we will later rinse thoroughly with water.
Hot cleaning
Regarding hot cleaning, it is interesting to note that it is very effective and does not require the use of degreasing products. In this case, the cleaning is carried out before starting to cook and not at the end.
To do this, we simply need make a good fire when we fire up our barbecue and put the grill on to get it burning so that any food residue that may have been left from the previous barbecue will burn off.
After the burn, we will just have to to pass the metal brush or a damp cloth to finish cleaning any remaining dirt, and voilà! Our grill will be perfect for reuse.
The 5 must-haves
Whether you are a professional or amateur cook there is Five essential accessories for cleaning and maintaining your barbecue that you can't do without. As well as greatly facilitating maintenance tasks, they will help keep your barbecue in optimal condition.
- Brushthere are many shapes and materials. However, we recommend that you get one metallic and long-handled. The reason for this choice is that if it has a short handle, you could burn yourself when using it to clean the grill during cooking. On the other hand, being metallic allows us to clean the brush itself while hot under the embers.
- ScratcherIt is the perfect complement to the brush as it will facilitate the cleaning of food debris that the brush cannot remove.
- Grill cleanerwhile it is true that numerous household degreasing products can be used to remove grease and food residue from our grill, it is recommended to always use a specific product.
- Grill protector sprayThese spray-on oils, which are very easy to apply, are designed to lubricate the grill and prevent the iron from rusting or deteriorating.
- Barbecue cleanerThis cleaning liquid is the best ally for cleaning the enamelled areas of the barbecue as it protects the enamel while removing any ash and grease residue.
In Jumaco Ovens We are specialists in the manufacture and maintenance of barbecues and grills. If you have any doubts about how to care for your barbecue, don't hesitate to Contact us no obligation. Our team of experts will be happy to assist you.
Furthermore, if you are thinking of renovating your barbecue o grill you can browse our extensive catalogue. Remember that we can manufacture bespoke barbecue so that it adapts perfectly to your needs
Source:
Benayas, J. M., Celada, E., & Hernández, A. (2018). Among burning embers: the secrets of fire cooking. Planet.
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