Cooking TipsHow To Light Charcoal Without Starter Fluid
I can"t begin to tell you how many times we have left for camping or a family BBQ and didn"t realize that we have left the lighter fluid at home on the table until its too late! The good news is we learned how to adapt without it, and actually don"t use it anymore. Starter fluid smells nasty and can add a bad taste to you food it it hasn"t completely burned off your charcoal before you begin cooking! Not to mention there is always the chance of the started fluid to vaporize and cause a nasty explosion! Although unlikely, it could still happen! My family have found 2 other ways to get our grill going without the use of starter fluid. In this article I will show you how to light charcoal without starter fluid! Helping to make your food, tastier!
Method 1.
This method is super simple, but does take a little practice. All you need is some newspaper, and a charcoal chimney. (you can purchase these at you local hardware store and even Walmart carries them for around 9 bucks.) The chimney allows you to get a good amount of coal burning quickly and completely. Stack your coals neatly into the chimney. Grab your newspaper and place in the bottom compartment of the chimney, light it, and its as simple as that. You may want to watch it to make sure that it takes off. Even re lighting a couple times may be required! Remember to have patience! Once you get the hang of it, its super easy and mess free! Â
Method 2.
If you are really desperate, as we find ourselves in those situations from time to time. All you need is 3 thick napkins and some cooking oil (makes no difference which brand you are using). Soak the napkins thoroughly and place them in the volcano of charcoal, following up with adding additional pieces of charcoal to secure your napkins down so they won"t fly out. Then light your napkins and voila! You have burning charcoal and no nasty smell to accompany it!
I hope you will find these tips helpful and can start experiencing the life without starter fluid! You can now pass on your new found knowledge to friends and family on how to light charcoal without starter fluid! You will no longer have to worry about the hassle, mess, smell, and taste of starter fluid! Good Luck!