Char-Broil Gas2Coal Hybrid Grill - 3 Burner Gas & Coal Barbecue Grill, Black Finish

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We also cooked pizzas in seconds and left jacket potatoes to bake slowly with only minimal fuel to maintain a decent temperature. Strictly speaking, this is a gas and charcoal combined grill, but it has the type of chamber that makes it perfect for barbecue smoking too.

I have yet to find a setup for charcoal grilling that works as well as dampers, so I recommend only getting a model that has these in place. As well as having extra cooking capacity, the charcoal tray is in two halves for true dual-fuel cooking: you can cook with two gas burners on one side, use the other half for charcoal. This is the largest model in the Pro range – part electric convection oven, part smoker – and the ‘780’ refers to the 780-square-inch cooking surface beneath that classic barrel lid. Gas and charcoal is the number one priority here, but some models also add wood pellets as an added third fuel source.

The side shelf can also be folded down after use and the barbecue comes with a cover to place over it to protect it.

It streamlines its charcoal and gas capabilities into just one grill, which is why it’s far smaller than size than other types of combo grill.Other features are its instant electronic ignition, easy firebox access, porcelain-coated cast-iron grills, and an airflow regulator. If you want to put on a last minute BBQ dinner, just firing up the gas mode takes minutes, and for preserving fuel and achieving that authentic summer alfresco dining experience, the charcoal really is first in class. The griller is a big size so you can cook quite huge quantity of burger or sausages for any type of occasion and provide best taste for your family and guests. For example, the chicken kebabs we sampled early took 20 minutes more to reach the intended internal temp on the right, but the slower cook enabled them to remain moist and juicy.

It has a mightily impressive 1260 square inches of cooking space between its charcoal and propane areas. The built-in Wi-Fi connection was easy to set up within the app and the temperature reading matched that of the independent probe we always use. Refreshingly, it requires almost no assembly, in fact, all you need to do is screw in the AA battery (included) into the ignition, attach a gas bottle, slot in the dishwasher safe grease guards around the outside and place the enamelled cast-iron grill plates on top. Weber's charcoal or coal BBQ grills provide all the wonderful qualities of cooking with charcoal, from that rich, smoky taste to high heat for a deliciously seared steak. There'll be plenty of smoke at first, and the key is to wait until the charcoal is coated with a layer of ash before adding your food to the grill - about five minutes.

Made from hard-wearing and easy to clean stainless steel, our barbecues will serve you well for years to come. Naturally, there’s room for a plug-in temperature probe to ensure your meat, seafood, veggies or baked goods reach the perfect internal temperature. It means all 15 burgers or 20 sausages can be ready at the same time if you’re cooking for the family.

It has two separate temperature gauges, so you can be across different cooking activities all at once. Millie put the Char-Broil Gas2Coal to the test in her parents' garden for a number of weeks, cooking up tasty treats in the barely-spring weather. Cooking and grilling appliances are fun, but they quickly pile up and dominate your kitchen and patio area.

The hybrid thing seems to work quite well, I've done 3 coal cooks on it all have gone well, there is no air flow control like a weber when using coal so temp control is limited to opening and shutting the lid. Check out my guide on how to regulate smoker temperatures for a full guide on how to get the very most out of these vents. It has a great functionality, allowing consumer to cook on gas and charcoal, so everyone can choose their preferred option. Most wood pellet smokers - like the Weber SmokeFire - are enormous, designed for spacious American/Australian gardens and backyards. Streamlining your appliances from two grill to one simply by investing in a hybrid is a great way to stay organized, time-efficient, and clear-headed.