Indirect Grilling Method
There are many methods that can be used for grilling, including the indirect grilling method and the direct grilling method. What is the difference between the two methods and under which circumstances the indirect grilling method should be used. Below we will explore what is involved in the indirect grilling method and when this method should be used.
The indirect grilling method is quite a lot like baking. With this method the heat of the grill is placed to the side of where the meat will actually be cooked. Radiant heat and convection cook the food in the indirect grilling method. Due to the fact that the food will not be exposed to the direct heat it will be able to cook more evenly. In addition, there will be less of a chance of the food burning on the side that is exposed to the heat. As a result, the food will also cook more slowly than with the direct grilling method.
If you are using a charcoal grill, the charcoal should be built on one side of the grill, allowing you to cook the meat on the other side of the grill. If you are using a gas grill and you only have a single burner then you will need to exercise some care in order to use the indirect grilling method. A drip pan is essential in this case. The pan will be placed beneath the cooking grate where the cooking will actually take place. The purpose of the pan is to divert the heat that rises from the fire and provide space for utilizing the indirect grilling method. The pan can also be used to catch the drippings from the food and provide for easy cleanup.
The indirect grilling method is an excellent technique to use when you need to cook meat slowly and for a long time. You may choose to use this method when you have a piece of meat that is not every tender and you need to cook it for a long time in order for it to be tender. For example, if you are using a less expensive cut of meat, you may choose to use this method in order to make it just as tasty as a filet mignon. Using this method will provide you with grilled meat that is delicious and moist, no matter what type of meat you are grilling.
