Iron barbecues

  The good weather is approaching, and the time has come to start barbecuing! How? That your old barbecue no longer works and you have to buy a new one? It won't be any problem for you! You can buy yourself a fantastic iron barbecue! 
Yes, yes iron. And right now we are going to give you the reasons why you should buy it, as well as you will learn what is the best maintenance you can give it and the best way to get its full potential.

Types of iron barbecue

Certainly there are not as many types of iron barbecues as there are of a built-in barbecue, but, little by little, the catalogs of the big brands have been expanding, adding more and more compact and practical models.

Iron barbecues

Iron barbecues

  •    With hood: It is perhaps one of the most recent models. This type of barbecues simulate the design of built-in barbecues with a hood, only being made of cast iron. They are very good for cooking meats, but they have the problem that they have to be fixed in a corner of the house, as well as that they require more maintenance than the rest of the models.
  •     Without cover: They are the cheapest models on the market. An iron barbecue that is made up of one or two grills, a work area and a couple of shelves to store kitchen utensils. They are generally rectangular in shape.
  •     With lid: They are the best for making meat, vegetables and fish. The system is not very different from that of barbecues without a lid, only that of these models we can find both round and rectangular shapes. They have thermometers to measure the temperature, and some extra functions to cook food better.
  •     On wheels: Are you only going to take out the barbecue once in a while? Are you going to take it to the campsite? You will be interested then that it is an iron barbecue with wheels. Cheaper models can be a problem, because the wheels are usually made of hard plastic. But there are quite inexpensive designs with wheels that move very well on any terrain.
  •     Fixed: This type of barbecues are designed to be assembled in one place. If you want to take another, you have to disassemble it each time. It can be with a lid or without a lid.
  •     Grill: A portable design to be able to use the barbecue wherever you want. It may or may not have a lid, and they are perfect to use in the garden, balcony, terrace or on a camping site. If you're into outdoor barbecuing a lot, you'll need this one!

What are the advantages of iron barbecues?

You are not going to spend the money on an iron barbecue if it is not going to offer you some advantage over other types, right? This is all you will benefit from if you buy one! 

Iron barbecues

Iron barbecues

  •     They are much cheaper than a built-in or stainless steel barbecue.
  •     Iron is a material that holds more heat, so they are perfect for making any type of meat, fish or vegetables.
  •     Food can be cooked with both charcoal and firewood. Although there are models that only allow a single type of combustion.
  •     Some models have different levels on the grill, or with areas where the heat does not reach as much, which allows food to be cooked with different cooking points.
  •     It does not take up as much space as a construction or cast iron one, being able to store it when you are not going to use it.
  •     There are small portable models, which weigh very little. So you can take them anywhere!
  •     They are resistant to shocks and environmental conditions, so they do not require as much maintenance. However, they do need a bit more constant cleaning than other models.

Iron barbecues

Is the iron barbecue perfect for you? Find out!

You already know its advantages, but now you have to ask yourself a question: is the iron barbecue the right one for you? Now we will check it out!

Iron barbecues

Iron barbecues

  •     Space: The great advantage of this type of barbecues is that they do not require as much space as other models, unless you buy one with a hood. The only thing you should worry about when removing it is that it is on a smooth surface, preferably wood or stone, and that's it. Then you put it back in the garage and it's over!
  •     Budget: In the market you will find all kinds of iron barbecues, some with very affordable prices of about 50-70 dollars and others that can reach 500 perfectly. That is a great advantage of these models, what are there so many that It costs a lot not to find one that fits your budget!
  •     Frequency of use: Do you do barbecues sporadically? Then iron barbecues are perfect for you. Since most models can be disassembled, or are portable, you can remove it when you are not going to use it and leave the space free for other activities. And if you are to do many, you already know that you can buy a small grill to cook.
  •     Location: Knowing where to locate your barbecue is key, and you still don't have the right place for it. An iron barbecue should be on a smooth surface, trying to avoid it being grass. If you have a wooden terrace, it will be perfect. Although it will always be better if the surface is made of stone.

Maintaining an iron barbecue

Although iron barbecues today are designed to cope with environmental conditions, this does not mean that you do not have to do a little maintenance from time to time.

First of all, there will be cleaning after each use. If you don't do it, the pieces of meat will stick to the grill, and the charcoal will stick to the walls. Then it costs a lot to remove it, so do it after each use. Secondly, there would be the general cleaning that would have to be done every five or six uses, to remove any traces of coal, soot or food that could spoil the taste of the dishes you prepare.

And, finally, maintenance to help the structure be in perfect condition at all times, for which you will have to treat the iron with special materials, and occasionally give it a good coat of paint. Are you interested in learning how to clean an iron barbecue? Follow the steps that we indicate here!

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