How to start a charcoal grill without lighter fluid is simple

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The taste of lighter fluid can ruin your barbecue, and it may not be safe to eat large quantities of it.If you have a chimney starter, you can use it to get your grill going and keep it going.

The easiest way to create a strong burning charcoal fire without using lighter fluid is with a chimney starter.Load the bottom of the chimney starter with newspaper and fill it with briquets.Next, light the newspaper in several places from the bottom, set the paper on the grill, and allow it to ignite the coals.Once the top pieces of coal turn gray, dump them on the grill and open the vents so oxygen can fuel the fire.Read on to learn how to keep your fire going strong.Did the summary help you?