There are two things we all love about summer – warm weather and grilling at home with friends and family. However, if you want your barbecue to taste good, it's important to keep your grill as clean as possible. This can be a difficult task if you have one made of stainless steel, whose surfaces can be easily damaged with the wrong products and techniques. However, in this article we will tell you howproperly clean your stainless steel grillcan, and only with home remedies.
Cleaning the stainless steel grill grate – this is how it works with baking powder
- Make a cleaning paste: To make an effective stainless steel grill grate cleaner, mix 50g baking soda and 60ml warm water in a small bowl. Mix them well until a paste forms.
- Apply the pasteApply to the grill grate with clean hands or a cloth and leave for at least 20 minutes. Make sure you cover the entire surface, paying particular attention to the most soiled areas. We recommend that you remove the grill grate from the barbecue before applying the paste. This way you can coat both sides well.Notice: If you haven't cleaned your stainless steel grill in a while, it may need a more intensive cleaner to freshen it up. In this case, you will need to apply a generous coat of oven cleaner spray to both sides of the rack and leave it in a plastic bag overnight.
- Clean with a grill brush: After the baking soda paste or oven cleaner has sat on the rack for a while, use a stainless steel wire grill brush to clean the entire surface. Run the brush between and along the sides of the grate to remove any charred residue.
- Rinse the grill grate with water and pat dry: When you have finished cleaning, rinse the grate well, making sure to remove any remaining detergent. Pat it dry with a clean towel and place it back on the grill.
Edelstahlgrillcleaning – tipshow to keep the grate clean:
- Always preheat your grill before placing food on it. This prevents dirt from sticking to the grate. For the same reason, don't forget to brush your grilled food with an oil of your choice (butter, olive oil, cooking oil) before placing it on the grill.
- Clean the grate after each use.
Treat flame arrestors & burners with a wire brush
Clean the flame arresters with a brush: The flame guards are located directly on the burners and create a barrier between the burners and the grill. Sometimes food particles can build up on them, which you can remove with a small, dry wire brush. Then simply wipe them with a clean paper towel.
Remove any leftover food from the burners: The burners are located under the flame protection devices. Leftover food on the gas burners can cause uneven heating and damage the burners. Clean them with a small, dry wire brush, paying particular attention to the area of the burner opening where the gas comes out.
- Notice: If you have ceramic burners, do not clean them with a brush. Turn on the grill for 10 minutes to burn off any leftover food. Once the grill is off and cooled, use tweezers to remove any large pieces of food.
Clean the stainless steel grill – clean the venturi tubes with soapy water
Clean the venturi tubes with soapy water: Venturi tubes are narrow tubes that have a series of small holes on the sides and ends. Remove them according to the instruction manual and clean them with a cloth dampened with soapy water. Then dry off.
Remove debris from the venturi tubes: Debris easily accumulates in the venturi tubes, which can clog them and cause your grill to stop functioning properly. Clean them with a small wire brush and use a paper clip for the holes. If you prefer, you can also rinse them under the sink.
- Notice: Finally, read the operating instructions carefully to find out how to reinstall the pipes correctly. Otherwise, your grill will not work and could even catch fire.
By following these instructions, you can optimally clean your stainless steel grill and it will shine like new. We advise you to maintain it regularly, not only to keep it longer but also to enjoy a tastier barbecue.
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