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THE KETTLE GRILL
What is a Kettle Grill?
A kettle barbecue IS NOT really a smoker. But you can turn out some pretty good low and slow cooked meals on them.
A kettle barbecue is a basic dome-shaped dish with a lid. When you think kettle barbecue, you probably think Weber because they’re the brand behind the world’s most iconic kettle barbecues.
And, there’s a reason that they’re so popular. The simple design of a kettle barbecue makes them inexpensive, easy to use, portable and versatile. They’re technically designed for simple grilling over a charcoal fire. But, by arranging the coals in the right place, you can smoke quite well on the one ‘cue which makes these barbecues a favourite for so many people.
Smoking on a Kettle
Learning to smoke on a kettle barbecue does take a bit of practice. But, it’s also not that hard. And, you can turn out some pretty darn good smoked meats on one of these basic units, especially if you’ve got a larger one.
Pros of using a Kettle Grill
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They’re cheap
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Can be used for grilling and smoking
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Durable
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Easy to use
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Portable
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Lightweight
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Don’t take up much room
Cons of using a Kettle Grill
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Takes a bit of practice to perfect the art of
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Smaller cooking capacity than some other smokers
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In most kettle barbecues you’ll have to lift the cooking grate to add more fuel below which is annoying if it’s full of meat
Who Should Buy a Kettle Grill?
Kettle barbecues are an awesome choice for anyone who wants a durable and inexpensive grill that doesn’t take up a lot of space and has the added bonus of doubling as a smoker.