Tip of the Day: How to instantly add extra oomph to your grilled meats

by Max Shrem, Posted Jul 5th 2008 @ 6:00AM

Get the most out of your grilled meats by enhancing their flavor with just a few quick and easy steps.

Next time you find yourself in front of the grill, try the following simple tactics to increase the flavors of your meat (and fish):

1. Soak wooden skewers in white wine before using them.
We all know that we should soak wooden skewers in water for at least ten minutes before putting meat through them and placing them on the grill. This prevents the skewers from burning. I suggest that you also soak these skewers in white wine for approximately 30 minutes. It's sure to add some sophisticated flavor.

2. Wrap a garlic bulb in foil and place it on the grill.
After your meat is ready, remove it from the grill along with the garlic bulb covered in foil. Take the garlic bulb out of the foil and remove the cloves carefully. Rub each garlic clove over the meat. This softens the meat and adds zesty flavor.

3. Squeeze lemons and limes over the meat (or fish) as it grills.
Squeeze fresh lemons or limes over your meat or fish. Alternatively, you can cut them into slices and grill them next to the meat. Then, squeeze the grilled slices over the meat. Personally, I prefer the latter method, because the heat brings out more citrus flavor, which just gives your meat or fish that extra zing that'll make you want seconds.

Do you have any tips to maximize the flavors of grilled meat? If so, add 'em below!

Filed Under: Tip of the Day, How To, Methods
Tags: grill, grilling, grilling tips, GrillingTips

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