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Food cooked on a barbecue grill has a very special taste all of its own. That's one of the reasons so many people enjoy cooking outdoors. Can't you just taste those savory steaks, chops, and burgers seared over an open fire? Unfortunately though, as with any type of cooking, when the meal is finished, there's still clean-up that needs to be done. Cleaning your barbecue grill grate can be a really tough task which is why a lot of people don't bother cleaning theirs at all. However, if you prefer to cook on a clean surface, you're probably looking for tips on how to do the job easily.
One tool that comes in handy for cleaning a grill grate is a wire brush. There are those that advocate doing nothing more than thoroughly brushing the loose deposits on grate services with a brush, both after cooking and again prior to cooking the next time. Although this obviously isn't going to disinfect the surface like cleaning products will do, there is little risk of bacteria due to the heat of the flames. It will help if you also coat the grill surface with oil or cover it with cooking spray every time you're getting ready to use it, because the coating will make food particles easier to remove.
You may already know how well white vinegar works in cleaning the windows in your home, but did you ever realize that you can also use it to clean your grill? You will need a spray bottle, two cups of white vinegar, and two cups of water. Shake the bottle to mix the liquids well. Thoroughly saturate both sides of the grill grate with the mixture and allow to dry for 10 minutes. Using a wire brush or a folded square of aluminum foil, you can scrub the grates to take off any remaining residue. You will not need to rinse the grates following this procedure.
The maker of the highly-recommended Weber barbecue grills recommends turning your grill onto its highest setting which will burn off any residue. Keep heating until smoking stops. This can be done either prior to or following grilling. For extra spot cleaning, use a wire brush.
Cleaning the grates on your barbecue doesn't have to be a long, tedious job, and you don't need any harsh chemical products to get the job done. The key is in cleaning the grill using one of the methods listed above after each use. After all, if you don't allow a lot of build-up to accumulate, you'll be able to keep your grates looking clean and sanitary.
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