Back To The Basics BBQ Series: Charcoal Grilling Basics

I started my BBQ journey with a weber kettle grill, and I'd make an assumption that you did too... or you're just getting started. I'm here with my Back To The Basics BBQ Series to run through some content on a kettle grill. Today we cover the basics of kettle grilling. Come Check it out!
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In this video we cover the basics of kettle grilling. Everything from choice of charcoal, how to light it, temperature control, temperature zone, etc.
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[@AndersonsSmokeShow]

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[@michaelmcgee4209]

I am so glad that all of these popular youtube people always use a thermometer. I was always told that "real men can tell by feel." And after using a good thermometer like actual PRO'S use. My food is way better. Thermometers are a must.

[@deanlockamy2087]

I started out on the small kettle grills, but then I graduated to bigger more expensive and some say better gas, smoker you name it, years later I'm back to the kettle and life is good.

[@sx200n1]

Yeah gas is good and quick and convenient, but you will never get the same quality and taste from the food. Yes some gas BBQs do allow you to do an element of smoking, but the results still aren't the same.

[@493Jester]

Just picked up my first kettle today. Thanks for taking the time to show this newbie the basics. First meal was delicious.

[@AndersonsSmokeShow]

Glad you enjoyed !

[@grantsmith505]

​@AndersonsSmokeShow 100k subs Congratulations

[@69FOSTER]

Couldn't agree more about the Weber Kettle. I had a Weber Q gas grill for over 10 years and it worked great, but it was shot after all those years and was all set to replace it with another gas grill. Then I still had my Dad's very old Weber Kettle that doesn't even have any kind of openings on the bottom, the air vents are on the side and the lid. I tell you, that Kettle works so great, I have been on the barbeque kick since. Thanks to youtube videos like these, I was finally able to 'Q up chicken for the first time without ruining it. Two zone grilling works so well! I don't know if I'll ever go back to a gas grill again!

[@patrickhenry236]

Welcome to the club. There is a kettle section on the WSM forum, and the group of people there are for the most part great. They can give you tips, or you can just share your bbq adventures.

[@69FOSTER]

@@patrickhenry236 Thanks for the tip on the WSM forum, I'll check it out! I've been doing OK, but I could use more grilling tips for the kettle to take my grilling to the next level.

[@David-mw3th]

I love my 20yr old webber kettle. For charcoal, I use Kingsford. Its very consistent from bag to bag.

[@AndersonsSmokeShow]

I'm of the same belief! Very consistent product

[@craigreiner6474]

best video i saw explaining proper use of these grills thanks so much my first try i dont think i had the grill hot enough very clear explanations on how to vent properly

[@99slayer99]

I like how you are straight to the point, great video.

[@damonkeele4973]

Great video, excited for this series.

[@txmatt2112]

Haven’t used my kettle in seven or eight years. But after watching your video, I’m going back. I just seem to use my pellet or my griddle but really for steaks they’ve never turned out as good as doing them on a charcoal grill so I think it’s time to go back to the basics. Thank you.

[@joseveliz218]

Thanks this was a good refresher. Went over the basics of the Weber Kettle. I’ve grilled many times but been a while since I’ve done it at home.

[@marcelllopez6065]

Hell yeah, thanks for the video!!

[@CrossCutCreations]

This is solid information and a great resource for the present and future. Thanks for this video!

[@musicalfreestyles]

This is exactly the info I needed! Thanks for running thru these important points.

[@Gretschdrums01]

Hell yea man, personally even after all these years I do everything on my kettle or my smokey mountain. Best way to learn and best way to really know what you're doing. While I love all your videos, I know this serious will be my favorite.

[@SnSGrills]

What a great series! We can't wait to see more recipes and tips this summer!

[@AndersonsSmokeShow]

Got a real banger coming tomorrow!

[@KaoV1983]

It takes time to learn but the Weber kettle is amazing. And is the most versatile grill a person can get. Great video!

[@RamPatriot]

Excellent presentation!

[@philipwaldner5345]

Love the idea of back to the basics with the Kettle. Thanks

[@AndersonsSmokeShow]

Thanks!

[@PostalBarbecue]

Wow, I love love love this series already! Can’t wait to see the next episode!

[@AndersonsSmokeShow]

Next ones dropping tomorrow!

[@elis51501]

Trying my hand with my newly purchased Weber kettle grill today, ribeyes baked potatoes asparagus Texas toast and a salad for my father in laws bday:) I’ll be making use of your great tutorial, thankyou!

[@joesgarage6613]

Love this series already! Looking forward to more of this!

[@richardmulcahy8607]

Great video Andrew!

[@bellepepper4201]

Excellent teaching! Thank you!

[@AndersonsSmokeShow]

Thank you!

[@secondratefilms635]

Great video. Answered all my questions without beating around the bush!

[@AndersonsSmokeShow]

Thanks for watching

[@LakesideTable]

This recipe sounds like the ultimate comfort food with a gourmet twist. It's the best of both worlds!

[@AndersonsSmokeShow]

Thanks

[@doublej963]

As always brother another great video, keep up the great work buddy 💯👍

[@nadk8886]

Excellent video. Extremely informative. You know how to explain stuff very clearly and precise 🙏🏼

[@AndersonsSmokeShow]

Thanks!

[@waynethompson4315]

I agree with you on lump vs briquettes as far as consistency. I have a bag of lump right now with a couple pieces that are larger than my fist and others the size of a penny. If I want low and slow, I always go with briquettes.

[@AMMOBBQ]

Amazing video. I was thinking about getting an SNS. Thank you for getting into all the details.

[@mitchheaden7727]

Carnivore. Yessss. Thanks for your knowledge. I'm looking for a kettle grill. I like this slow and sear.

[@rees-9941]

just wanted to thank you for an incredibly helpful video.

[@AndersonsSmokeShow]

Glad it was helpful!

[@mr.snicker-doodles7081]

WOW this is amazing! So much great and important info in this Video! I'm a long time gas griller from WAY back, but always had issues with controlling my heat with charcoal! After watching this many of the mystery were solved! thank you, I Subscribed!!

[@AndersonsSmokeShow]

Thanks! I appreciate the kind words!

[@mikej3584]

Love this, all I use are kettles. I have one with a slow n sear and I have one I use exclusively with a rotisserie ring. All we need! Thank you for sharing. Support from New Hampshire!

[@nadk8886]

Hi, what's the difference slow n sear and is it better to get it?

[@SmokedReb]

Amazing video!

[@BigDaddy-vg3es]

Just bought a Nexgrill 22in kettle. I have pellet smokers and a bullet smoker. Looking forward to learning more and upping my game.

[@travisfrederic1339]

Great video!!! THANK YOU. I'm ditching my pit boss for one of these!!

[@pnortiz1]

Very well done video! Thank you!

[@AndersonsSmokeShow]

Glad you liked it!

[@thepoboy9698]

I'm really gonna enjoy hanging out with you, Great job.

[@jakobz_lore9559]

Good video Bro, thanks for posting!

[@AndersonsSmokeShow]

Thanks for watching!

[@BigMuff75]

Really great video, appreciate it!

[@AndersonsSmokeShow]

Thanks for watching!

[@johnmiett6032]

I'm hooked.

[@bobfisher9452]

Great back to the basics video brother. I just purchased a 26" kettle today. I was planning on getting a pellet grill again but there is no reason to spend the extra money as far as I'm concerned. I've had offset smokers, vertical pellet smokers, Vertical electric smokers, Tried them all! These grills do a great job and are hard to beat for the money, and there are a ton of accessories for these smokers/Grills. Thanks again!

[@AndersonsSmokeShow]

Kettles will be here forever! Thanks for watching

[@Edward135i]

I really like the Jealous Devil XL Maxx Charcoal Briquette they are much bigger than the Kingsford, get really really hot and last for a long time, and have a some what unique flavor because they are made from a South American hardwood tree that we just don't have in north America.

[@littlesquidaus3622]

great vid!!

[@AndersonsSmokeShow]

Thanks!

[@richardzink6026]

I have had many different grills gas.. charcoal smoker. I can tell you the best is the weber kettle.

[@mikewilson8594]

Great video!

[@AndersonsSmokeShow]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@Amiigaf3]

2 mistakes you made: 1st, you don’t want to put the steak on a hot grate when you sear it. SNS would attest to that. 2nd, you added too much seasoning which will start to burn if it contains sugar.

[@saidimbouh1922]

Love that T-shirt

[@AndersonsSmokeShow]

Thanks!

[@hawkeyeted]

If I was stranded on an island and could only have one cooker, it would be a kettle. It can do everything more expensive grills and smokers can.

[@richardzink6026]

This guy knows what he's talking about. NO LIGHTER FLUID OR MATCH LIGHT

[@AndersonsSmokeShow]

Golden rule of charcoal grilling 👍🏻

[@marcusfabiousmaximus3463]

Great video, I just bought the SnS grill is their any seasoning I need to do or just use it? Thanks

[@cowhead0201]

Just bought my first Grill over the pond in the UK. This is really helpful and Ill be looking to fire it up the first time this weekend. And a new subscriber has arrived. Cheers mate.

[@sx200n1]

Yeah I took just ordered mine and DPD delivered it yesterday. Went for a Napoleon Kettle Grill rather than Weber. But cooked on gas for ages and can't wait to get back to charcoal/wood - you just can't beat the flavour and taste.

[@cowhead0201]

@@sx200n1 Had a weekend with my grill. Loved it. Dinners, meal prep all done on there. Even a fry up. Did struggle with getting it to temp but I dont think I had enough coals on so will try improve that

[@sx200n1]

@@cowhead0201 nice. Just getting it going now, but have tried without the charcoal baskets (still on order) and some of th charcoal I have does slip through the grate which isn't ideal. Might need to wait for the baskets to make it easier. Although larger charcoal pieces would also help.

[@AnhDonoi]

Why does this video not have more views? Very informative for beginners

[@AndersonsSmokeShow]

I wish it did!

[@barbell_barriente]

My kettle is on the way! Gotta get ready for the summer!!😅

[@AndersonsSmokeShow]

Heck yeah!

[@jlomeli07]

Always go with the lump I’ve been drillin for over 20 years

[@AndersonsSmokeShow]

Lump is good, but it’s too inconsistent in quality for me. I’ve thrown away too many half bags of just dust and tiny pieces

[@apondo100]

Wow, I wish I watched this before starting my charcoal bbq'ing journey.

[@AndersonsSmokeShow]

What about this video did you find useful?

[@gusbarnesiii8210]

Best way to handle a hot grill is keep grilling 🔥

[@nygreenguy]

I know its been almost a year but i really hope to see more in this series!

[@AndersonsSmokeShow]

There’s more coming!

[@johnmanthey2683]

Still do, still great food.

[@oshanehall3470]

I just learned the spin

[@AndersonsSmokeShow]

💪🏻

[@richardzink6026]

It's easy to control temperatures use kingsford I'm sure

[@noogman]

My issue with Lump Charcoal is the sparks that it gives off. If you live in a dry area that is something to consider. Never have seen Briquets give off a spark.

[@AndersonsSmokeShow]

That’s a good point!

[@lxtwin]

Is updating a Weber kettle a waste of money? I have a Weber kettle from 2004, it has an ash catcher, but none of the little things. I have added a thermometer and it has a lid hanger. I often think about updating it, but don't see what I would get besides hangers on the handle. Is there anything really different between today's model and one 20 years old?

[@bassman7496]

Great review I’m debating getting the SNS kettle or Weber performer premium! Can you use the vortex and Weber heat controller on the SNS? Also do you think the SNS is better for low and slow compared to the Weber, basically set it and forget it?

[@bobapple3866]

Hello, not sure what a vortex heat controller is, may be a fan attachment that allows more airflow, meaning more heat. Usually, you adjust the temperature via the vents as he mentions. There are temp probes that work well which allow you to understand the temperatures. I have had a Weber kettle for years, works well. It is possible to purchase one of those spinning grills for a Weber, I also have a couple of charcoal baskets and a hinged grill, I think I would like the spinner deal he has. The SNS would be a fine choice. Happy barbecuing (indirect) and grilling (direct heat).

[@ralphhinkle1874]

That’s the only grill I need it does what I need it to do. I can’t see in spending hundreds of of of dollars on a fancy grill just to keep up with the jones. I can drink beer sitting beside a Weber just as good a fancy grill that cost hundreds more I’m not a rich person.

[@AndersonsSmokeShow]

Nothing wrong with that. I’ve had a kettle through my entire journey

[@FindNewIndieMusic]

I'm too scared of those lightweight grills being too easy to tip over. I also prefer the cast iron grates on the larger charcoal grills and the adjustable coal levels. I stopped using propane grills because they are too hard to control and change the amount of heat.

[@DVDAVL2007]

Best grill cooking Class, i have seen so far on YT... Thanks

[@AndersonsSmokeShow]

More to come with this series too!

[@GiggaOpp]

my issue im having is even with open air flow 1 full chimney of coal isnt getting my grill past 300 degrees

[@cm2687]

Good info. But I always thought you were supposed to put the steaks on the cool grates and keep spinning so you’re getting a more even sear

[@kennytilney2462]

I typically do that. I try to avoid sear (grill) lines as much as possible. Maybe overkill but I even open my grate when the coals are igniting so the grate doesn’t get rippin hot 😂. Nothing against this video, all good info.

[@DjAkZee]

Whats better Gas grills or Charcoal grills? Beginner here...Good Video thanks

[@AndersonsSmokeShow]

Well depends on you. I don’t mind taking a little time to get charcoal lit because the taste on charcoal is better. Some people want the convenience and gas is pretty much the king for that.

[@georgelooney6826]

Got a question about the top vent. Does it matter about where it is? (Above / away the meat, above / away the coals). Would this affect cooking?

[@AndersonsSmokeShow]

Vent over the food so that the smoke drafts over it.

[@KaBrook]

I've seen sparkling water do the business to keep a steak hydrated. Would this affect the fire and can it be applied here for juicyness? What a great video!

[@AndersonsSmokeShow]

How so? Soak in sparking water? Spritz?

[@KaBrook]

@AndersonsSmokeShow I've watched a couple of videos on YT where they've doused their steaks in sparkling water to keep it tender. I'm sure it was that Guga Foods account that tried it. Worth a watch! 👍 you should be next to give it a try 😁

[@krob777]

I bought one of those thermo pens! It broke on me. Didn’t use it 15 times! So I bought a thermal pro for $9.99 works great so far! I could buy nine more for the price of that one thermo pen!

[@AndersonsSmokeShow]

Did you look into their warranty?

[@krob777]

@@AndersonsSmokeShow No wasn’t worth time and effort. To me A product like this, so highly touted and recommended should last for years not 15 times!

[@AndersonsSmokeShow]

@krob777 I would still contact them if you have it. I’ve got 3, two of which I’ve paid for and they have been flawless since day one!

[@dickiesantos7272]

17:02 You have good grammar, makes it easy to understand your thoughts. Will you eventually be reviewing competing brands of grills?

[@AndersonsSmokeShow]

I review quite a few grills and smokers already, are you referring to charcoal grills?

[@pacman_17]

First

[@Rockkickers]

Are you adding anymore of these back to the basics?

[@AndersonsSmokeShow]

Yes! I have a couple filmed that are in the editing process now

[@rfootlover]

Great instructions Bro! I’m getting myself a Weber kettle this week

[@patrickacox]

The hardest thing about my kettle grills are the grates rusting so quick. If I don’t clean them same Day and then bring indoors they will rust in just a few days.

[@AndersonsSmokeShow]

I don’t think I’ve ever had that issue.

[@davidandrews-lq6vy]

Get solid stainless steel grates , the plated grates only last a couple of years.

[@zamb0di]

Dude the tumbleweed starters are coated in petroleum wax 😶‍🌫️

[@prbcn9999]

You must clean the grill before put the meat.

[@AndersonsSmokeShow]

I do. Every time.

[@Conky88]

So as a vegan who is liberal how would this work for me who can't eat meat?

[@AndersonsSmokeShow]

Not sure what political views have anything to do with it, but you can use a grill to cook many things outside of meat.

[@dawnmacaulay3007]

Grilled veggies are aweso.e

[@ronnieb7989]

Hmmm I'm a carnivore of the Republican beliefs. I am firm of my belief that my meat that is killed for me should be cooked to medium rare. I'm going to make things interesting to the liberal and do a pineapple well done. I hope they can cross the politically divided nation and just enjoy grilling without politics.

[@ronnieb7989]

I identify as conservative and I think liberal not eating meat is unAmerican. I'm offended. Make America BBQ Again.

[@Bodybagbart]

Dude seems super knowledgeable but I can’t accept bbq advice from somebody without a Deep South accent. I don’t make the rules.

[@AndersonsSmokeShow]

🤦🏼‍♂️

[@ldp7090]

cmon man you gotta be more open a dude with a beer, a tshirt that says carnivore and not one but TWO kettles is very trustworthy

[@bartboop]

That ain’t Deep South. Not even close homeboy!

[@kurt44ko]

Agreed. Those are just the rules.

[@mattc825]

I loved all of this, but man you do not need seasoning and whatnot on a steak. Just salt my man. Source: Just trust me.

[@sbrunner69]

How could you possibly know what he needs? My man.

[@AndersonsSmokeShow]

I dont think that I'd ever go salt only. There's a whole world of flavor out there, might as well embrace it.

[@aidenhiggins2533]

@@AndersonsSmokeShowgood way to put it

[@mattc825]

@@sbrunner69 Fair enough! But…..just give it a shot once and see.

[@fletchbundy]

For hot and fast lump is better, but bags do have a ton of dust. Low and slow you want briquettes, especially to smoke and as a source to get your sticks going.

[@AndersonsSmokeShow]

I just don't have good luck with the consistency with lump, other than Jealous Devil... Otherwise its a craps shoot

[@fletchbundy]

@@AndersonsSmokeShow It's just what they're for. I tried lump cause it seemed like it became the fad. Huge mistake trying to smoke with it, but I didn't think it was much worth it to even do burgers & dogs for a quick cook. It really does mostly become dust when you get it home.

[@NEWJERSEYF4C]

So much more informative than GALLERY BACK YARDGRILL CHANNEL Tammy from that channel is a COPY CAT

[@AndersonsSmokeShow]

We’re all copycats to some extent, but it’s about making it your own and presenting it in the best way for your audience