Gas Grills
Gas grills work by a spark igniting the gas, either propane or natural gas, within the grill. Gas grills usually have a knob or button in which you push that in turn activates a small hammer. This hammer hits the top of an ignition crystal, creating a spark. Then the burner mixes the gas with oxygen and spreads it all over the cooking surface.
Gas grills come in all shapes and sizes so that makes them perfect for just about any type of outdoor barbecue or garden party. Smaller gas grills give you the portability needed to plan barbecue parties away from home. Larger gas grills are handy and efficient for cooking larger amounts of food quickly. In any size, gas grills have less mess of other types of grills.
There are several factors that you must consider when you purchase your first gas grill.
Gas Grill Weight
Gas grills literally come in all shapes and sizes. The type of grill you get should really depend on what you plan on using the grill for. If you’re planning camping trips, barbecues at the beach or tailgate parties, you may want to think about getting a smaller gas grill. Smaller gas grills can range from anywhere from 10 to 40 pounds. Portable gas containers are also available for these types of grills. Don’t forgot to add in the weight of the gas cylinder.
If your plans are focused on home cooking, then larger grills should be just right for you.
Gas Grill Cooking Surfaces
Gas grills, unlike some of the other grills types, have the ability to come with many different types of cooking surfaces. These different cooking surfaces include a BBQ surface, a flat grill and a ribbed grill. Some gas grills even contain a Wok type surface for cooking pasta and rise dishes, or a full rotisserie set that allows you to cook rotisserie chicken. Some grills even offer these types of surfaces as Teflon coated non-stick that allow you to cook a whole array of foods that you probably would not be able to cook on a grill otherwise. You will be able to cook your whole meal, including side dishes if you plan correctly.
Gas Grill Surface Area
Similar to weight, you should consider the amount of cooking surface area you will need according the the cooking situations and locations you plan on being in. If you will only be cooking for a couple of people you will want a gas grill with a smaller surface area. This will mean that it will be easier to clean. If you plan on holding parties or cooking for a larger family, then you will want to consider a gas grill with a larger surface area. This surface area may also include different types of cooking surfaces. Look for the type that suits your style best or is interchangeable.
Gas Grill Cost
Gas grills are typically on the higher end of the price scale since they require more mechanical parts than charcoal grills. You can expect to spend anywhere from $50 for a small gas grill up to $2500+ for a large stationary gas grill. You also have to remember that you must also purchase the gas for your grill.