Surprising Tools to Boost Your Grilling Game

Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned barbecuer, there's always room for new ways to up your grilling game. From food prep and seasoning to getting the perfect sear, we've rounded up clever tools to elevate your skills every step of the way.

For Better Food Prep

Before you begin, prep your ingredients with a few of our favorite shortcuts. Use a thawing tray to accelerate defrosting and keep food at peak flavor. If you're cooking burgers, start with a burger press and filler to perfectly shape and stuff your patties. And if you're marinating your meat, a tenderizer will allow for better flavor infusion pre-grill.

For Boosting Flavor

For fully infused seasoning, add marinade with a flavor injector, and while grilling, baste meats with best-bet brushes that have their own sauce pots or that secure directly onto bottle tops. Get a smoky or salty finish by grilling on a wood or salt plank. Then, take them from grill to table for unique serving.

For Even Cooking

Double-sided grill baskets and multi-prong skewers that are easy to flip allow for even heat distribution and quick movement on the cooktop. Some are designed to bring out the best in specialty items, like kabobs or quesadillas. Use a weighted grill press to keep food flat and balanced while cooking.