We’ve all experienced trying to lift our steak, burger patties or chicken pieces from the barbecue grill, only to leave that delicious crispy surface stuck to the cooking grill – gah!!!

This is a common problem that we hear about from guests at the Weber Grill Academy – but it doesn’t have to be that way!

One of our resident Grill Experts, Adam, has provided his top tips to help avoid food sticking to your barbecue grill.

The best way to achieve this is to pre-heat your barbecue on a high heat for 10 to 15 minutes, and then to give the hot grill a brush down with a wire grill brush. 

Not only will this help to create a physical barrier between the food you’re cooking and the grill, but it will also help your seasoning stick to your food. Avoid sugary marinades that are bound to stick like glue to the grill.

By gently patting your food down onto the grill with the back of your barbecue tongs, you ensure even contact with the cooking surface, and kick start that caramelisation process. 

Turn your food only once, halfway through the cooking time, and place onto an unused area of the grill for maximum heat on the second side. Don’t forget to give it another pat down with your tongs!

If you try to lift your food, and find it’s not lifting easily, it’s better to close the lid and cook for a further 30 seconds before trying again. Trying to lift the food before the first side has fully sealed and caramelised will result in leaving half your food stuck to the cooking surface!

The team at the Weber Grill Academy love helping guests achieve the best possible barbecue results at home, and they’re full of helpful tips that will help to improve your barbecue game. 

We can’t wait to see you at the Weber Grill Academy.  See our Barbecue Classes here.