Grilling guide
This is a suggested guide only. There are many variables that will affect cooking performance. These include wind, temperature, humidity and cut of meat . Remember to
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Fresh Vegetables |
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Beets, carrots, turnips |
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Onion | 1/2" slices | Closed | Medium | Brush occasionally with melted butter or | |
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Sweet potatoes | Whole | Closed | Medium | Wrap individually in | |
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White potatoes | 6 to 8 | Closed | High | Wrap individually in | |
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Frozen Vegetables |
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Asparagus, broccoli, |
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| Closed | Medium | Dot with butter or margarine. |
brussels sprouts, green |
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beans, peas |
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Beef |
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Hamburgers | 1/2" to 3/4" | Open | Medium | Turn once when juices rise to the surface. | |
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1" | Open | High | Remove excess fat from edge. | ||
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Lamb Chops/Steaks |
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Rare (140°) | 1" | Open | Med to HI | Remove excess fat from edge. | |
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Medium (160°) | 1 ⁄ " |
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Well done (170°) | 1 ⁄ " |
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Pork |
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Chops | 1" | Open | Medium | Remove excess fat from edge. | |
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Ribs |
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| Closed | Medium | Turn occasionally. |
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| Low | During the last few minutes, brush with barbecue |
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Precooked ham steaks | 1/2" | Open | Medium | Remove excess fat from edge. | |
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Hot dogs |
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| Open | Medium | Slit skin. Turn once. |
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Poultry |
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Broiler fryer, halved | 2 to 3 lbs. | Closed | Low to | Place skin side up. Turn frequently, brushing with | |
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| Medium | melted butter margarine, oil or marinade. |
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Breasts |
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| Closed | Medium |
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Fish and Seafood |
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Steaks: halibut, | 3/4" to 1" | Closed | Low to | Turn once. Brush with melted butter, margarine | |
salmon, swordfish |
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| Medium | or oil to keep moist. |
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Whole catfish, | 4 to 8 ounces | Closed | Low to | Turn once. Brush with melted butter, margarine | |
rainbow trout |
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| Medium | or oil to keep moist. |
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NOTE: Meat temperatures listed are center meat temperatures using the meat probe (purchased separately).
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