Electric grill on the balcony
If you would like to use your balcony for grilling, an electric grill is just the thing. In contrast to the usual charcoal grills, the neighbors on the balcony are not bothered when grilling, as there is no annoying smoke with an electric grill. Most electric grills are also very straightforward to use. Still, there are a few things to keep in mind when choosing the right grill for the balcony.
Advantages of the electric grill
- Grilling with an electric grill is perfect for the balcony or the terrace. Since there is no smoke, the neighbors are not bothered and you can enjoy your barbecue meal with a clear conscience.
- The popular belief that grilling with an electric grill will affect the aroma is completely unfounded. It is only important that the temperature is right when grilling.
- Like all electrical appliances that have to generate high temperatures, an electric grill consumes a relatively large amount of electricity. Nevertheless, electric grills are generally considered to be more energy efficient than charcoal grills.
Advice for grilling on the balcony
- In order to save additional energy with the electric grill, it is always advisable to use the supplied lid of the device when grilling on the balcony. In this way, less heat can escape and the food is cooked faster.
- In addition, using the lid on the electric grill generates a lot of heat, which results in optimal results in the form of tasty and aromatic grilled food.
- In any case, it is recommended to make sure that the quality of an electric grill for grilling on the balcony is good. You can recognize this, for example, by a GS certification mark.
- The cover and housing should ideally be made of cast aluminum so that it is very stable and easy to clean.
- The best way to achieve even heat distribution is to use the largest possible heating coil and a cast grill grate that is enamelled with porcelain.
- Since there is often no socket on the balcony itself, you should also make sure that the power cord of the electric grill is long enough.
- When buying an electric grill, make sure that the temperature can be continuously regulated so that you can always choose the perfect setting for the particular food to be grilled.
- An electric grill is usually easy to use and extremely safe compared to other types of grill. Nevertheless, you should absolutely read the manufacturer's safety instructions carefully and take them into account when grilling.
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