Beginners Guide to Using a Charcoal Grill

Starting out on a charcoal grill can be a steep learning curve if you are starting from an easy to control gas grill. You have to master lighting charcoal, how to lay out your coals, and vent settings. That can be pretty intimidating for beginners starting out on their first cook on a weber kettle or other charcoal grill. Here is the ultimate beginners guide that will get you grilling on your new charcoal grill in no time.

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[SalesRizzAcademy]

Who is watching this on July 4th because you told everyone you know what your doing?!

[legithooligan]

I’m 24 grew up without a dad to show me how to use a grill, thank you 🙏

[brocklarson]

Dude this video is clear, concise, and stragiht to the point. Much appreciated for us noobies who have no idea what theyre doing with a gas grill let alone a charcoal grill. Thank you so much

[hindsy]

Dude your videos have helped me so much. Straightforward and concise, simple editing and no bs. Love it. Idk how you don’t have a million subs

[lordken]

Who else is here to learn to not blow themselves up.

Edit: I know the difference between the two but I seen alot of videos of people blow themselves up with charcoal and lighter fluid

[snoogans]

Finally. Someone who speaks my language. Thank you for your attention to detail.

[Josh-sclb]

Mate I've been researching and watching videos for the past 2 days, and yours has been the most concise I have found. This is exactly what I was after. Like and subscribed, please keep up the good work

[drphillshoe]

For the love of God, DO NOT USE A WIRE BRUSH. You use an onion or something like that to clean the grill. It'll save your life and save you a hospital visit

[xchrysantha]

Super helpful, especially the explanation of the smoke color! I've never cooked on a charcoal grill but will have to due to some accommodations in a few weeks, so I was super intimidated; but your guide made it seem much more manageable and was super detailed for someone like me lol. Thank you!

[shaggydabby]

Thanks for the pointers. I’ve been grilling for over 2 years now and I still haven’t mastered this, so your video actually really helped.

[BobbyDaBunnyRabbit]

Great video for a husband who always picks up a new hobby monthly - this month it is charcoal grilling!

[daisydiaz]

I absolutely love how you explain this. Easy to understand and follow what you are saying. Thank you, thank you so much 🙏☺️

[camp.fish.repeat]

Thanks man, I've never cooked on charcoal Before and am going to start this summer. Was a bit nervous but this video makes me feel more confident

[davidzyzz]

Cooked on a portable charcoal grill yesterday for the first time. This was extremely helpful 😊

[txikitofandango]

followed your advice, got a pretty good result. thanks!

[EngelFiresUSA]

Very good video, thank you! We also use a kitchen towel filled with sugar, folded into a ball, and coated with vegetable oil to light the charcoal/wood. It works like a bomb.

[txfieros]

Good video. You never know who’s going to need some good solid tips to start off. With so many people getting into grilling smoking in the last year, this is a good guide for them to have.

[backyardbums]

I love your videos. They are short and informative. You could pass as a young Clark Gregg!

[mrallan]

Absolutely agree that the extra expense for an ash can catcher is worth the upgrade. Grill rake and oven mitts are also useful tools. Two more tips... if using foil, go heavy duty vs something super thin, and not all charcoal is the same. Try a few different brands, as some create a ton of ash, burn super quick, or give off different flavors. Happy bbqing!

[KrunkCobain]

You clearly explained and covered everything I was wondering about, thanks now to grill my first burgers!