Grill Accessories for Gas Grills & More: What's Really Worth It!
Whether you are a spontaneous weekend griller or a BBQ enthusiast with serious ambitions: with the right grill accessories, you will get the best results on the grate. What do you absolutely need, what is worth it for specific favorite recipes, and which extras will make your grilling season a true highlight? Here is your guide to grill accessories for gas grills, charcoal grills, and more.
All-rounders for every BBQ fan
To get started at the grill, you don't need much. Charcoal grills or gas grills already come with the most important basics – depending on the product, even with plenty of accessories. To start off, you will need:
Grill Tongs: You can't get anything done at the grill without a reliable pair of tongs. Thanks to extra-long handles and a sturdy design, you can easily place, flip, and remove your food, as well as move hot coals around. For optimal hygiene, it's highly recommended to use two pairs of tongs – not just to keep coals and food separate, but also to keep raw meat and fresh vegetables apart.
Grill Thermometer: The thermometer is an essential grilling accessory for steaks and other meats that you want to be crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. Plus, you can use it to check if your grill is at the perfect temperature before putting your food on.
Carving knife & carving fork: A sharp knife is a must-have in any good kitchen—and it is just as essential at the grill for meat, veggies, and more. A large carving fork holds the meat steady while slicing and helps with turning and serving.
Basting Brush: For marinades, juices, and a delicious crust – a silicone basting brush applies everything perfectly to your grilled food. Silicone is incredibly easy to clean and never transfers flavors.
Grilling Accessories for Special Occasions
Once you are ready to move beyond hot dogs and burgers and fire up your grill outside of just the summer season, it is time to bring in some professional grilling accessories. Their job? To deliver better cooking results and make grilling even safer. We highly recommend:
Grill basket: Delicate fish, vegetables, and other fragile or small foods are easier to handle and flip effortlessly in a "basket." Various designs and shapes are available for different types of food.
Grill pan: A grill pan is a versatile helper. You prevent grease from dripping into the embers, can grill vegetables, steaks, or home fries to a perfect crisp, and save on single-use aluminum accessories.
Pizza Stone: A pizza stone retains high heat and delivers a crispy crust in just a few minutes. Simply place it on the cold grill grate, preheat the grill thoroughly, and then place your pizza on top.
Grilling skewers: High-quality grilling skewers are always a must-have for small bites, from savory to sweet. You can also use them for special grilling recipes like campfire bread or even spit cake.
Grill Accessories for Sparkling Results: Grill Care Made Easy
You don't need a lot of accessories to care for your grill and grate—thanks to what is known as pyrolysis! Behind this is the power of the grill fire: food residues burn off the grate because organic components disintegrate into ash on their own at high temperatures. In any case, it is always a good idea to clean the grill while it is still slightly warm. But be careful not to burn yourself!
These three helpers, for example, are perfect for grill care:
- For more stubborn residue, a grill brush is recommended. The metal bristles make light work of leftovers.
- Aluminum foil is often used when grilling anyway. You can also use it for cleaning. Simply crumple it into a ball and rub it over the grate! This helps with light dirt.
- If you want to clean the burners of a gas grill, use a plastic spatula. It is gentle on the material.
If you use cleaning agents, always make sure that the formula matches the material of your grill. Remove residues thoroughly and let everything dry completely before firing up the grill again.
