By Gail Marsh
I know it’s coming. Winter’s last blast has blown through, and daffodils have jumped up and smiled to greet the long-awaited springtime… and almost summer! Flowers aren’t the only thing I longed for as winter wound down. I can’t wait to dust off the grill and go full-on BBQ mode! And now it’s almost Memorial Day!
As I await more acceptable temperatures for standing out on the deck, flipping burgers, I’ve discovered a few grilling gadgets I need for the upcoming grilling season!
Grilling gadgets to up your BBQ game
Looft® air lighters
This fire starter will light a grill filled with charcoal, wood, or briquettes—all within 60 seconds! Best of all, you won’t need any lighter fluid or matches! How does this gadget work? Super-heated hot air! Not only will this lighter get your fire going, but it also has a built-in bottle cap opener, so you can also keep cool as you grill.
The only potential downside that I can see is that the lighter requires an outlet, but it comes with a nine-foot electrical cord, so that should be no problem. This lighter is also a little pricey, but when everyone’s feeling hangry, the lighter will get you grilling in a hurry!
More info on the Looft® lighter here.
Lighted spatula and grilling tongs
The Grill Light Company offers a fantastic grill set for those of us who get home late from a day of sightseeing, hiking, or fishing. Grilling in the dark used to be difficult, but with a lighted spatula and grilling tongs, the job is made much easier. You read that correctly. The stainless steel, restaurant-grade spatula and tongs both feature built-in LED lights that can be activated by a simple on/off switch.
You’ll see how well your steak or burgers are cooking because the incorporated LED lights replicate midday sunlight (200 lumens) and will last 20,000 hours. You can clearly see the true color of your food without that bluish tint that sometimes comes from flashlights and headlamps. Both the tongs and spatula are said to be dishwasher safe, but I think I’d hand wash them both.
More on these fancy grilling tools here.
Grill light
If the lighted spatula and tongs aren’t your style or you’re looking for something a little more affordable, check out this grill light instead. It attaches to just about any grill using either a clip or a magnet, your choice. The rotating, 23″ gooseneck light shines on any part of your grill and can be adjusted to exactly where you need it. It’s powered by three AAA batteries.
More about the grill light here.
Chicken wing/leg cooker
For you chicken-eatin’ folks, this one is for you! This chicken leg and/or wing rack is cool! It holds 14 wings or legs at once, so it’s perfect for family BBQs or other big gatherings. Or, maybe just you… It’s not hard to eat 14 chicken wings now, is it?
The tray below not only protects your grill or smoker from the drippings, but if you throw some veggies on there to cook, you’ll add a whole new layer of delicious to your BBQ menu.
The rack is foldable so it’s easy to store, and it’s even dishwasher safe.
More about this chicken rack here.
Grill scraper
Toss that worn-out wire scraper. Get rid of the grill cleaning pad, too. It’s time to really clean your grill grates and this is the product to use. Cave Tools has come up with a brushless tool that really cleans grill grates. This stainless-steel notched tool will fit a variety of differently sized grill grates and flat grill plates, too. The tool features a good grip handle to protect against blisters. There’s even an attached bottle opener so that you can celebrate your cleaned grill when you finish the job.
Say goodbye to hot dogs that taste like last night’s fish. Remove previously stuck-on foods that burn tonight’s meal. Stop swallowing those little wires that break off grill cleaning brushes. Use Cave Tool’s brushless scraper to get and keep your grill grates clean forever.
You can find it on Amazon for a great price.
Can you recommend a thrilling grilling gadget? Do so in the comments below.
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Thank you for the suggestions, Gail! I did buy and now use the grill scraper that you suggest. I like it. Have a great week and safe travels!