{"id":4351,"date":"2020-05-02T10:43:18","date_gmt":"2020-05-02T14:43:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.smokinlicious.com\/blog\/?p=4351"},"modified":"2021-11-23T12:35:38","modified_gmt":"2021-11-23T17:35:38","slug":"top-charcoal-grilling-tools","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.smokinlicious.com\/blog\/top-charcoal-grilling-tools\/","title":{"rendered":"TOP CHARCOAL GRILLING TOOLS"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"attachment_7107\" style=\"width: 510px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-7107\" class=\"wp-image-7107 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smokinlicious.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Top-tools-to-own-blog-1.jpeg\" alt=\"Top charcoal grilling tools\" width=\"500\" height=\"275\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.smokinlicious.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Top-tools-to-own-blog-1.jpeg 500w, https:\/\/www.smokinlicious.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Top-tools-to-own-blog-1-300x165.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.smokinlicious.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Top-tools-to-own-blog-1-150x83.jpeg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-7107\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Top charcoal grilling tools<\/p><\/div>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class='bctt-click-to-tweet'><span class='bctt-ctt-text'><a href='https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.smokinlicious.com%2Fblog%2Ftop-charcoal-grilling-tools%2F&#038;text=TOP%20Top%20charcoal%20grilling%20tools&#038;via=DrSmokeSmokin&#038;related=DrSmokeSmokin' target='_blank'rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">TOP Top charcoal grilling tools <\/a><\/span><a href='https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.smokinlicious.com%2Fblog%2Ftop-charcoal-grilling-tools%2F&#038;text=TOP%20Top%20charcoal%20grilling%20tools&#038;via=DrSmokeSmokin&#038;related=DrSmokeSmokin' target='_blank' class='bctt-ctt-btn'rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Share on X<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_5026\" style=\"width: 110px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-5026\" class=\"wp-image-5026 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smokinlicious.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/web-audio-button.jpeg\" alt=\"listen to our blog\" width=\"100\" height=\"100\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-5026\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Listen to our blog<\/p><\/div>\n<audio class=\"wp-audio-shortcode\" id=\"audio-4351-1\" preload=\"none\" style=\"width: 100%;\" controls=\"controls\"><source type=\"audio\/mpeg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smokinlicious.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/TOP-TOOLS-TO-OWN-FOR-CHARCOAL-GRILLING-FULL-BLOG-AUDIO.mp3?_=1\" \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.smokinlicious.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/TOP-TOOLS-TO-OWN-FOR-CHARCOAL-GRILLING-FULL-BLOG-AUDIO.mp3\">https:\/\/www.smokinlicious.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/TOP-TOOLS-TO-OWN-FOR-CHARCOAL-GRILLING-FULL-BLOG-AUDIO.mp3<\/a><\/audio>\n<p><span class=\"wpsdc-drop-cap\">W<\/span>hen I get the chance to visit a brick-and-mortar barbecue specialty store, I am always amazed at the number of accessory items currently offered for grilling and smoking.\u00a0 The options are staggering!\u00a0 I certainly can see why an individual might end up purchasing too many items, thinking that it\u2019s a necessity when it comes to the grill or smoker.<\/p>\n<p>My intent is to guide you on the bare basics tools that are needed when you own a charcoal grill.\u00a0 Of course, I may slip in there a couple of \u201cnext in line\u201d purchases that may not be necessities but sure come in handy.\u00a0 Let\u2019s get started!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><em>Tool #1 &#8211;of the top charcoal grilling tools<br \/>\n<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong><span class=\"wpsdc-drop-cap\">C<\/span>himney Starter:<\/strong> Honestly, I don\u2019t know a safer, easier method of lighting the fuel for your grill than with a chimney starter.\u00a0 Are they pretty much the same?\u00a0 Pretty much but here\u2019s my recommendations on what to look for: one that is made of plain steel meaning no paint; one that has a heat-safe handle that is placed far enough away from the chimney body to prevent you from receiving burns and includes a heat shield;\u00a0 large enough to hold enough charcoal for the size of your grill; well vented at the base to get things hot within 15 minutes.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_4385\" style=\"width: 79px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-4385\" class=\"wp-image-4385 size-thumbnail\" style=\"border: 7px solid #ff8040;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smokinlicious.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/fire-starter-69x150.jpg\" alt=\"Chimney starter #1 of the top charcoal grilling tools\" width=\"69\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.smokinlicious.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/fire-starter-69x150.jpg 69w, https:\/\/www.smokinlicious.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/fire-starter-139x300.jpg 139w, https:\/\/www.smokinlicious.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/fire-starter.jpg 474w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 69px) 100vw, 69px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-4385\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.popularmechanics.com\/...\/gadgets\/...\/5-grills-and-gadgets-for-a-better-bbq\">Chimney Starters<\/a> are a must to have a Charcoal grill!<\/p><\/div>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><em>Tool #2&#8211;of the top charcoal grilling tools<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"wpsdc-drop-cap\">W<\/span>e just talked about the chimney starter which emits very high-heat so this next item is going to keep you fire safe.\u00a0 High-temperature resistant gloves.\u00a0 Personally, I use welding gloves as I appreciate that I can purchase a longer length glove, plus, these gloves tend to have great flexibility to them since most are made from cow leather. \u00a0\u00a0Best of all, they last forever!<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_6031\" style=\"width: 160px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6031\" class=\"wp-image-6031 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smokinlicious.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Gloves.jpeg\" alt=\"insulated long sleved gloves protect from heat and burns #2 of the top charcoal grilling tools\" width=\"150\" height=\"110\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-6031\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">insulated long gloves protect from heat and burns<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><em>Tool #3&#8211;of the top charcoal grilling tools<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"wpsdc-drop-cap\">L<\/span>ong-handled tongs.\u00a0 Your standard tong length for the traditional kitchen just won\u2019t work at the grill, as you need to keep some arm distance from those hot coals.\u00a0 I like the 20-inch length with silicone grips as well as silicone tips as silicone can tolerate extremely high heat.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_6032\" style=\"width: 160px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6032\" class=\"wp-image-6032 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smokinlicious.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Tongs.jpeg\" alt=\"The long handle tonges are great for putting and turning food on the grill # 3 of the top charcoal grilling tools\" width=\"150\" height=\"110\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-6032\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The long handle tonges are great for putting and turning food on the grill<\/p><\/div>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><!--more--><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><em>Tool #4&#8211;of the top charcoal grilling tools<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"wpsdc-drop-cap\">L<\/span>ike the tongs, a must have is long-handled spatula for those food items that need to be flipped.\u00a0 I prefer one that is made of solid steel and has a bit of a beveling to the edge.\u00a0 Again, the longer the handle to better for keeping away from intense heat.\u00a0 Of course, you\u2019ll be wearing your high-temperature resistant gloves as well!<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_6033\" style=\"width: 160px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6033\" class=\"wp-image-6033 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smokinlicious.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/spatula.-jpeg.jpg\" alt=\"Spatula with long handle to turn the food on the grill #4 of the top charcoal grilling tools\" width=\"150\" height=\"110\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-6033\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Spatula with long handle to turn the food on the grill<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><em>Tool #5&#8211;of the top charcoal grilling tools<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"wpsdc-drop-cap\">E<\/span>ven if you don\u2019t grill every day you\u2019re still going to need a good brush to clean up the residual food bits and grease.\u00a0 There\u2019s been a lot of controversy over the use of metal bristles but most of these brushes are made well.\u00a0 You simply forget that like your toothbrush, they need to be replaced periodically <strong><u>before<\/u><\/strong> the bristles start to come loose and have the potential to be transported to your foods.\u00a0 I prefer a brush with metal bristles, with a long handle to keep my arm away from the heat, as often you want to clean the grill when it\u2019s still hot.\u00a0 Remember, most of these brushes are under $10 so think about purchasing one a couple times per season to ensure the bristles stay put.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_6034\" style=\"width: 160px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6034\" class=\"wp-image-6034 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smokinlicious.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/wire-brush.jpeg\" alt=\"Wire brush to clean the grates of residual food # 5 of the top charcoal grilling tools\" width=\"150\" height=\"110\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-6034\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Wire brush to clean the grates of residual food.<\/p><\/div>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><em>Tool #6&#8211;of the top charcoal grilling tools<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"wpsdc-drop-cap\">A<\/span>n easy to read, digital thermometer.\u00a0 It is a must when you grill or smoke.\u00a0 Look for one that has a longer probe for when your grilling larger roasts and thicker cuts of meats and poultry.\u00a0 Be sure the readout is easy to see and if you grill a lot at night, get one that has a backlight to see more clearly.\u00a0 If you cook a lot of different animal proteins at the same time, try to have a thermometer dedicated to each food so you don\u2019t cross-contaminate while bacteria may still be an issue.\u00a0 Most of the digital thermometers on the market today are under $18 with even more under $10.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_6035\" style=\"width: 160px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6035\" class=\"wp-image-6035 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smokinlicious.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/thermometer.jpeg\" alt=\"Probe thermometer # 6 of the top charcoal grilling tools\" width=\"150\" height=\"110\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-6035\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Probe thermometer<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h2><strong><em>Other Recommended Tools:<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>These are additional items I love to have on hand to use with my charcoal grilling and smoking.<\/p>\n<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-4358 size-thumbnail\" style=\"border: 4px solid #c0c0c0;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smokinlicious.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/FOIL-PAN-e1533410245226-150x86.jpg\" alt=\"Aluminum disposible pans are grillers best friend\" width=\"150\" height=\"86\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.smokinlicious.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/FOIL-PAN-e1533410245226-150x86.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.smokinlicious.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/FOIL-PAN-e1533410245226.jpg 286w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><span class=\"wpsdc-drop-cap\">T<\/span>he <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smokinlicious.com\/blog\/the-indispensable-foil-pan\/\">Disposable Foil Pan<\/a>: <\/strong>Perfect to use as a water pan, cooking pan with a roasting rack insert, grease collection pan, and warming pan.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-4359 size-thumbnail\" style=\"border: 3px solid #c0c0c0;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smokinlicious.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/WIRE-MESH-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"Wire mesh to hold the coals from falling thru the larger grates. especially for ember cooking.\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.smokinlicious.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/WIRE-MESH-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.smokinlicious.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/WIRE-MESH.jpg 239w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong><span class=\"wpsdc-drop-cap\">F<\/span>ine Wire Mesh:<\/strong> Cut to size to fit my charcoal area, I prefer to use fine wire mesh when I want to ensure I can retain every small hot coal for my cooking.\u00a0 This works particularly well when you plan to ember cook foods like peppers, onions, eggplant, and garlic.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-6038 size-full\" style=\"border: 2px solid #ff8040;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smokinlicious.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/fire-brick.jpeg\" alt=\"Brick for ember cooking- heat retention and separation for delicate foods such as fish!\" width=\"150\" height=\"110\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong><span class=\"wpsdc-drop-cap\">F<\/span>ire Brick: <\/strong>\u00a0I use one or two fire bricks to set up my two-zone cooking area.\u00a0 The bricks also work great for positioning a pan on to allow for elevation in the cooking area.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>There you have it!\u00a0 My top choices for the tools that will bring ease to your charcoal grilling and smoking.\u00a0 Just remember to include some clean, bark-free hardwood on the charcoal for an even better flavor to your foods.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"wpsdc-drop-cap\">T<\/span>here you have it our take on the Top Tools to own for Charcoal Grilling!<\/p>\n<h2>SmokinLicious\u00ae Products Used in this Blog:<\/h2>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.smokinlicious.com\/blog\/charwood\/\">Charwood<\/a><\/h3>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.smokinlicious.com\/blog\/wood-chunks-double-and-single-filet\/\">Wood Chunks- Double &amp; Single Filet<\/a><\/h3>\n<h3>Wood Chips- <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smokinlicious.com\/blog\/wood-chips-grande-sapore\/\">Grande Sapore\u00ae<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smokinlicious.com\/blog\/minuto-chip-page\/\">Minuto\u00ae &amp; Piccolo\u00ae<\/a><\/h3>\n<h2>Additional reading:<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_5025\" style=\"width: 160px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-5025\" class=\"wp-image-5025 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smokinlicious.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/web-chunk-dude-with-glasses-and-reading.jpeg\" alt=\"More Related reading on this subject top charcoal grilling tools and gas grilling tools \" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-5025\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">More Related reading on this subject top charcoal grilling tools and gas grilling tools<\/p><\/div>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"post-title\"><a title=\"Permanent Link: THE WATER PAN EXPLAINED FOR GRILLING &amp; SMOKING\" href=\"https:\/\/www.smokinlicious.com\/blog\/the-water-pan-explained-for-grilling-smoking\/\" rel=\"bookmark\">-THE WATER PAN EXPLAINED FOR GRILLING &amp; SMOKING<\/a><\/h3>\n<h3 class=\"post-title\"><a title=\"Permanent Link: HOW TO TURN YOUR CHARCOAL GRILL INTO A SMOKER\" href=\"https:\/\/www.smokinlicious.com\/blog\/how-to-turn-your-charcoal-grill-into-a-smoker\/\" rel=\"bookmark\">-HOW TO TURN YOUR CHARCOAL GRILL INTO A SMOKER<\/a><\/h3>\n<h3 class=\"post-title\"><a title=\"Permanent Link: TEMPERATURE CONTROL IS ALL IN THE AIR FLOW\" href=\"https:\/\/www.smokinlicious.com\/blog\/temperature-control-is-all-in-the-air-flow\/\" rel=\"bookmark\">-TEMPERATURE CONTROL IS ALL IN THE AIR FLOW<\/a><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_5024\" style=\"width: 160px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-5024\" class=\"wp-image-5024 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smokinlicious.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Dr-Smoke-for-Blog-Web-page-.jpeg\" alt=\"Dr. Smoke the tools make the Chef- hope you enjoyed our &lt;a href=&quot;https:\/\/www.familylivingtoday.com\/50-best-grilling-gadgets-cookware\/&quot;&gt;Top charcoal grilling tools!&lt;\/a&gt;\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-5024\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Dr. Smoke the tools make the Chef- hope you enjoyed our Top charcoal grilling tools!<\/p><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>I am always amazed at the number of accessory items currently offered for grilling and smoking.  The options are staggering!  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