Five Essential Grilling Tools
Grilling is a great way to celebrate the warm weather and enhance the flavor of lean meat, skinless chicken breasts, fish, veggies, and even fruits. Even if you're already a grill master — or just aspiring to become one — you'll still benefit from using the right grill utensils. Make sure you have the following equipment before you light the coals:
Tongs A pair of extra-long tongs are essential for picking up and turning pieces of meat and vegetables. Metal tongs won't burn and will keep your hands at a safe distance from the heat. (Note: To avoid a potentially harmful food-borne illness, always use separate tongs for raw and cooked food.)
Spatula This tool is especially helpful when flipping large, lean steaks or delicate pieces of fish. Unlike tongs, a spatula will keep your food intact.
Brush Two-prong fork Like the tongs, a fork is good for turning large pieces of lean meat. It also comes in handy when small pieces of food fall through the grill cracks!
Thermometer Whether you're in the kitchen or in the backyard, this important tool will tell you when your meat is cooked to perfection.