A Great Christmas Gift for Family or Friends: An Indoor Electric Grill BBQ
Looking for a great Christmas gift for friends or family? Why not give a gift they will be able to use year round? An indoor electric grill BBQ. I tried five of the most popular grills available on Amazon. Each one is a winner in it's own right, but of course each has little minuses too. Here are my rankings, with the #1 grill on top! However, read my results and make your own choice.
A Great Christmas Gift for Family or Friends: An Indoor Electric Grill BBQ
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Best Indoor Electric Grills 2011
The best indoor electric grills 2011 are a good example of what excellent indoor grilling can be like - easy, versatile and a great solution when the weather is not right for cooking outdoors. A number of these grills have multiple features which make them not only great for grilling purposes, but for other types of food preparation as well.
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Tips on How to Use a Smoker
Once you know how to use a smoker, cookouts will never be the same again. If you have ever been tempted to toss your grill and try smoking your meat but didn't know how to use a smoker, fear not! Using a smoker is easier than lighting a barbeque and it produces tastier meat.
Tips on How to Use a Smoker
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How to Cook Chicken Legs on the Grill
Grilled chicken legs are not only a delicious summer meal, but they are also economical as legs are one of the cheapest parts of the chicken. Just because they are cheap, does not mean they have to lack in flavor. Actually, the dark meat of poultry has more flavor as it contains more fat.
How to Cook Chicken Legs on the Grill
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One of the biggest problems grilling enthusiasts face however is with cooking times and temperatures. One of the most frequently asked questions is: how long do you grill chicken legs?
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How to Cook Chicken Legs on the Grill
It really isn't possible to give an exact answer to this question as it really depends on the type of grill you are using, the grilling method and how big the chicken legs are.
How to Cook Chicken Legs on the Grill
It really is an excellent idea to invest in a good quality cooking thermometer. I personally own a voice alert electronic thermometer. It really is a fantastic little cooking gadget and I would be lost without it. It is extremely accurate and eliminates all guessing, and guessing is not an option when cooking meat, especially chicken.
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Boil the Chicken Legs First
The goal with this method is to cook the meat all the way through before it goes on the grill. This greatly reduces the risk of any food born illnesses and also cuts down the grilling time significantly. The downside to this method is a serious lack of flavor. Since you will be cooking the meat on the grill for a much shorter period of time, the meat will not have a chance to pick up that delicious grilled flavor.
Marinate Then Grill
Marinating your chicken legs first is always a good idea. Not only does it give your food a fantastic flavor, but it also keeps the meat moist during the cooking process. For the best results, marinate the chicken over night. Below is an excellent marinade that I use often and it is quite versatile. It works well with seafood like shrimp and scallops as well.
Citrus Herb Marinade
Ingredients:
4 Chicken Legs
1/4 Cup of Extra Virgin Olive Oil
2 1/2 Tablespoons of Fresh Lemon Juice
1 1/2 Tablespoons Fresh Orange Juice
1/3 Cup of Freshly Chopped Parsley
1/3 Cup Freshly Chopped Cilantro
2 Cloves of Garlic Minced
1 Teaspoon of Salt
1/4 Teaspoon of Freshly Cracked Black Pepper
Directions:
In a large bowl, mix together all ingredients except the chicken legs. Add chicken to the bowl with the marinade and toss to coat. Refrigerate for several hours, over night if possible.
Let's Start Grilling!
I have found that the best method for cooking chicken legs on the grill is to first sear the meat and then finish the cooking process over indirect heat. The result is a nice moist chicken leg with a delightfully crispy skin.
Step 1: Remove chicken from marinade and rinse. This is to remove any ingredients from the marinade that are stuck to the chicken. If left on, this can burn. Coat the chicken with some oil to prevent it from sticking to the grill.
Step 2: Clean the grill. The best method for cleaning a grill is to turn the grill up high and allow the heat to burn off any grease and grime. Use your grill brush to scrape the grates clean. For charcoal grills, just light up the charcoal and allow the fire to heat up the grates and scrape the grates clean.
Step 3: Heat the Grill. We are going to set up our grill for the searing/indirect cooking method. For gas grills, this is pretty easy. All you do is turn one burner up high and leave the others off. For charcoal grills, it is a little more involved, but not rocket science. All you do once your charcoal is ready, is push all of your charcoal over to one side leaving half of the grill without charcoal. The side with charcoal is for searing and the other side is for the indirect cooking.
Step 4: Begin Cooking. Once your grill is good and hot, go ahead and put your chicken legs on the hot part of the grill and sear on all sides. Only sear your legs for a few minutes per side. You are looking for a nice sear, so avoid burning the skin. After you sear them, go ahead and move them on over to the cool side of the grill and cover.
Let them cook for a good 20 minutes and then get out your basting sauce. If you used the citrus herb marinade from above, try and find a thick basting sauce that compliments the citrus flavors. Baste the legs on all sides and then cover. After another 20 minutes or so, using your thermometer, go ahead and check to see if the legs are done. You are looking for an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
Once the legs are done, If they aren't as crispy as you like, put them on the hot side of the grill again for a few minutes before removing them from the grill.
Enjoy!
How to Cook Chicken Legs on the Grill
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A smoker is a piece of equipment that cooks food over heat created by burning wood, rather than burning coals. Once you have the know-how to use a smoker you will be able to make terrific food with unbelievable flavor. The secret to knowing how to use a smoker is all in the wood. Each type of wood used in a smoker creates a different flavor to the food. Mesquite wood gives your steak or your salmon a robust flavor, while oak or hickory adds a completely diverse flavor.
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Tips on How to Use a Smoker
The first thing to do is find a location where there will be as little traffic as possible. Usually cooking with a smoker will take some time and occasionally the smoker will be left unattended so it should be in an area where children and pets are not likely to go. Wind conditions should also be taken into consideration so that smoke is not entering the house or interfering with outdoor activities.
Tips on How to Use a Smoker
A typical smoker has two barrels at the bottom. Build a fire at the base of the barrels with whatever type of wood you choose to cook with. Heat the wood for at least an hour. Those who know how to use a smoker will tell you that the key to making the best meals is to know just how long to heat the wood, and how much wood should be added to the steamer once you start. You want the wood to burn at a nice even temperature. This takes some practice so don't despair if you don't get it right the first time.
Once the wood has been thoroughly heated, you can add your food. You will need to monitor the temperature on a regular basis while the food is being smoked. Cooks who know how to use a smoker will tell you to that it takes practice to know when to adjust your flues and your dampers but that keeping the right temperature is the key to turning out delicious smoked food.
You have tons of options when cooking with a smoker. Not only can you pick between lots of different types of wood to give your food flavor, you can also experiment on smoking lots of different types of foods. Cooks who know how to use a smoker to their advantage not only smoke more than one kind of meat at a time (try smoking a turkey and steak at the same time) they also try different foods. Wait till you try chili in your smoker!
Seriously, once you know how to use a smoker, there is a whole new world of cooking experiences waiting for you!
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For 2011 - from the top 10 indoor electric grills - here are a few of the most popular models:
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Best Indoor Electric Grills 2011
Cuisinart GR-4N Indoor Grill - This grill features knobs on the front to control the temperature in certain areas and has the ability to be a full grill, a full griddle or half and half. It can also function as a Panini press which adjusts to the thickness of food to cook optimally. This is an incredibly popular grill - not only appearing to be the most popular by sales but has received quite a large number of positive consumer reviews. Retail price for this grill is around 5.00.
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Black and Decker G48TD Indoor Grill - This grill has three basic uses - a grill, waffle maker and a griddle. It can make up to 4 waffles at once, also is a great way to grill sandwiches (both sides). This grill can wipe clean easily as well, making for added convenience. Retail price on this grill is around .00.
George Foreman GR10B Grill - This is one of the better known grills in the lineup this year, also having rave reviews from those who use it. It has a patented technology to reduce fats in food while cooking. The size of this grill is what is called "personal" - having enough space to cook two hamburgers at once, with 36 square inches of cooking space. If one is looking for a grill to cook for an entire family, perhaps a different model would be a better choice - but if one is cooking for one or two people, this would probably work very well. Retail price for this grill is around .00.
Sanyo HPS-SG3 Indoor Grill - For those looking for an indoor barbeque grill, this is an excellent choice. It has a larger cooking surface than many other indoor grills (200 square inches), and while it is known to cook up meats and fish like a champ, its "smokeless" capability keeps added smoke down. This is a great solution to grilling up a steak, hot dogs or some burgers on a cold or wet day. Retail price for this grill is around .00.
George Foreman GRP4 Next Grilleration - This is a great indoor grill for those looking for something with a bit more space for cooking. It has 72 square inches, allowing cooking for about 3 servings of food at the same time. This model from George Foreman has removable plates adding versatility and an easy cleanup too. Retail price for this grill is around .00.
Other choices on the list of the best indoor electric grills 2011 include even more advanced and versatile or compact and personal appliances from Cuisinart, George Foreman and Sanyo. In terms of shopping for any of them, I have found that it is much more cost efficient to buy them online - they often can be purchased for a significant discount and sometimes even with free shipping.
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1. Zojirushi EB-CC15
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A Great Christmas Gift for Family or Friends: An Indoor Electric Grill BBQ
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A Great Christmas Gift for Family or Friends: An Indoor Electric Grill BBQ
Nonstick cooking surface released foods with nary a stick. The highest setting works well for most grilling, chicken, steak, hamburger patties, and gives the much wanted sear marks on your foods. Cleaning is easy because of the non-stick surface. Wipe with a damp cloth and your grill is clean. Little to no smoke Extremely even cooking surface, no hot or cold spots, which is definitely a big advantage over most other electric grills.
MINUSES:
Lacks a lid. The high setting proved just a bit too hot for grilling delicate seafood and vegetables. So make sure you leave the heat around 3/4 throttle to cook foods like this and turn them on the grill frequently to avoid burning spots. It's not possible to set a precise temperature. Smokes a little (like the others), depending on what you are grilling and at what temperature.
2. West Bend 6111 Heart Smart
PLUSES:
Comes with a cover! Skillet area on the grill plate, so it has a smaller grilling area but you have a side part to saute onions or mushrooms for your burgers. The grill piece is dishwasher safe (although this isn't the only cleaning it will require).
MINUSES:
Somewhat hard to clean because of the small holes in grill plate... but soaking in hot soapy water helps though. Not as searing hot as it should be, to cook the thicker meats. Cover is pretty flat so thick meats will touch the inside of the cover. As with most electric grills it's not really smokeless at all... but depends what you are grilling.
3. Delonghi BG24
PLUSES
The glass-top is practical for a lot of foods and nice to have. Fairly big grilling area. Preheats reasonably quickly and cooking surface fairly even in heat. The drip pan is easy to clean. The Non-stick surface works well, with just a light coat of oil.
MINUSES:
The Glass top does not perfectly fit over the grilling surface and it's too shallow. Doesn't get quite hot enough to sear meat properly. Grill plate is pretty aggravating to clean and it's not dishwasher safe, according to manufacturer specs. It takes up an immense of counter space due to it's large size.
4. Sanyo HP-SG2
PLUSES:
The size is not overly huge like some of the other grills, so doesn't take up much space. Grilling area which is perfect for 2 people! A nice non-stick grilling surface.
MINUSES
Doesn't really cook very equally. At times, parts of a piece of meat will turn out almost raw while other parts are well done. The back of the grill isn't coated so gets very stained and dark after only a few uses. The grill part is coated with a non-stick material, but it does get pretty dirty even if you wash it after every use. Paint chips off the drip pan... definitely not nice. Lacks a lid.
5. George Foreman GGR50B Indoor/Outdoor
PLUSES:
Has a nice non-stick grilling surface. Pretty simple Setup. A huge grilling area. Pretty good Heat Control.
MINUSES:
It's a little top heavy when it's on the supplied stand... so it can topple easily if bumped. Keep kids clear! The drip tray should be larger, especially considering the size of the grill. Not very easy to clean and can't really fit in the sink due to it's huge size.
Now I know there are a lot of George Foreman fans out there and his GGR50B grill is a good one, but the other four, IMHO, are superior. The Zojirushi EB-CC15 is the best made and best performing electric grill, IMHO. However, any one of these grills will make a great Christmas gift that will be appreciated!
A Great Christmas Gift for Family or Friends: An Indoor Electric Grill BBQ
