Grilling Must Haves

Oil Sprayer

An oil sprayer is a game-changer when it comes to grilling. It allows for even distribution of oil, ensuring that your food doesn’t stick to the grates and cooks evenly. It is especially great for cooking seafoods. Unlike traditional brushes or pouring, a sprayer gives you precise control, reducing the amount of oil used while still achieving perfect results. Plus, it’s incredibly versatile when it comes to grilling– use it for marinating meats, coating veggies, or misting your grill to prevent food sticking to the grates. An oil sprayer keeps your grilling healthy, efficient, and mess-free, making it a must-have tool for any BBQ enthusiast.

Oil Sprayer: $7.99

Meat Claws

Meat claws are something every grill enthusiast should own, especially when it comes to handling larger cuts of meat like pork shoulders, briskets, and whole chickens. These sturdy, sharp claws make shredding meat a breeze, allowing you to quickly and efficiently pull apart tender pork or chicken for dishes like pulled pork sandwiches or shredded chicken tacos. They also provide a secure grip for lifting and transferring large, hot pieces of meat without the risk of dropping or burning yourself. Beyond shredding, meat claws are perfect for holding meat in place while carving, giving you better control and precision.

Meat Claws: $9.99

BBQ Gloves

BBQ gloves are a must-have for anyone serious about grilling as they protect and make handling meats easier. These heat-resistant gloves provide superior protection, allowing you to handle hot foods, pull pork or other meats, etc. Unlike regular oven mitts, BBQ gloves offer greater dexterity and grip, making it easier to maneuver and manage delicate tasks such as flipping meat, adjusting coals, or moving hot racks. They’re also perfect for handling hot skewers, foil-wrapped vegetables, or even cast-iron cookware straight from the grill. With BBQ gloves, you can focus on perfecting your grilling techniques without worrying about burns or discomfort, ensuring a safer and more enjoyable cooking experience.

BBQ Gloves: $19.99

Pink Butcher Paper

Pink butcher paper is a fantastic addition to your grilling arsenal, especially if you’re serious about smoking meats. Unlike aluminum foil, pink butcher paper allows your meat to breathe while still retaining moisture, resulting in a perfect bark and tender, juicy interior. It’s ideal for wrapping briskets, ribs, and other large cuts of meat during the smoking process, helping to enhance flavor and texture without steaming the meat. Additionally, pink butcher paper is durable and resistant to tearing, making it easy to handle and wrap securely.

Pink Butcher Paper: $18.97

Grill Tongs and Turner and Rest

When it comes to grilling, having the right tools can make all the difference, and grill tongs and a turner are absolute essentials. Grill tongs are perfect for gripping and flipping everything from delicate vegetables to hefty steaks, giving you precise control without puncturing the meat and losing those precious juices. Look for tongs with long handles to keep your hands safe from the heat and a comfortable grip for easy maneuvering.

A turner, on the other hand, is indispensable for flipping burgers, grilled fish fillets, and other foods that benefit from a flat, sturdy surface. A good grill turner should be wide enough to support your food without it slipping off, and ideally, it should have a slotted design to allow excess fat and juices to drain away. Both of these tools are made from durable, heat-resistant materials to withstand the high temperatures of your grill, and stay looking nice. And the handy rest keeps your grill clean.

Grill Tongs and Turner and Rest: $23.99

Instant Read Thermometer

An instant-read thermometer is a game-changer for any grilling enthusiast. This handy tool allows you to quickly and accurately check the internal temperature of your meat, ensuring it’s cooked to perfection every time. No more guessing or cutting into your meat to check doneness, which can lead to losing valuable juices and flavor. With this instant-read thermometer, you can achieve precise cooking results, whether you’re aiming for a perfectly medium-rare ribeye steak, juicy chicken breasts, or tender pork chops. It’s also a crucial tool for food safety, helping you avoid undercooked meat and potential foodborne illnesses. Compact, easy to use, and incredibly efficient, an instant-read thermometer is a must-have for any griller looking to elevate their cooking game and deliver consistently delicious, safe meals.

Instant Read Thermometer: $16.99

Grill Cleaning Brush

A grill cleaning brush is an essential tool for maintaining your grill and ensuring it’s always ready for your next BBQ session. Keeping your grill grates clean not only prolongs the life of your grill but also enhances the flavor and safety of your food. A good grill cleaning brush helps remove stuck-on food particles, grease, and char, preventing flare-ups and unwanted smoky flavors.

I suggest using your grill brush after each use to make the task quick and easy, allowing you to spend more time enjoying your meal and less time scrubbing. This brush comes with sturdy bristles and a long handle to keep your hands safe from the heat. It also come with a scraper for tackling tough, baked-on residue. Regular cleaning with a grill brush ensures your grill performs at its best and that your food tastes as great as possible.

Grill Cleaning Brush: $8.62

Grill Basket

This grill basket is awesome when it comes to cooking smaller or delicate foods that can easily fall through the grates. Whether you’re grilling vegetables, shrimp, fish fillets, or even diced meats, a grill basket keeps everything contained, allowing for even cooking and easy flipping. This one is awesome because it is coated, making it easy to clean, and can handle even the most delicate of foods.

Grill Basket: $18.95

Burger Press

A burger press is an essential tool for achieving perfectly shaped and evenly cooked burgers every time you grill. Or making smash burgers at home. This handy gadget allows you to create uniform patties that cook evenly and fit perfectly on your buns, enhancing both the appearance and taste of your homemade burgers. By compressing the meat evenly, a burger press ensures that your patties hold their shape during cooking, preventing them from falling apart or shrinking excessively.

Burger Press: $21.99

Splurge Items:

And if you want to splurge, one of my favorite grilling tools is the Meater: $99. It is a thermometer you insert into your meat, and then it stays in it as it cooks. It digitally connects to your phone, and alerts you when your cook is done. This means you will never have overcooked, tough, chewy, bad meat again.

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The Thermoworks, Thermapen One instant read thermometer, which is by far the best and my favorite thermometer to use in the kitchen.