According to Chef Andre Rush, an award-winning member of the U.S. Culinary Arts Team, people make all sorts of mistakes when grilling. Luckily, these mistakes are easy to fix.<br /><br />1. Choose the Right Grilling Method. It’s important to know the difference between charcoal, gas, electric and pellet grills, as they all offer different levels of heat.<br /><br />2. Don’t Open the Lid Too Much. Remember that your grill is like an oven. Every time you open the lid, heat escapes and the temperature drops.<br /><br />3. Don’t Move Your Meat Too Early. Once you put your food on the grill, it’s best to leave it alone. Your food is ready once it “un-sticks” by itself from the grill.<br /><br />4. Use a Food Thermometer. Although it may seem like your food is done, it’s unreliable to judge solely by visual cues. Undercooking your food can lead to food poisoning.<br /><br />5. Don’t Make Cleanup Hard. Before cooking, coat your grill’s grate with grill spray or olive oil to avoid sticking. When finished, clean your grill with a brush while it’s still hot.
