POLOKWANE – Here are a few ideas to use around the braai:
1. Make use of a muffin pan to separate spices and sauces for the different braai meats. place all your sauces, trimmings and garnishes in the hollows. This saves on space for all the different containers to keep the ingredients separate and also means less cleaning after the braai.
2. There’s nothing as frustrating as realising you left the wood outside in the rain or buy wood just to find that it is wet and does not want to burn. When it happens next time, try sprinkling plain white sugar over your stack and light with a firelighter. Sugar burns at a high temperature, thus increasing the internal temperature of the wood.
3. A fire proof container filled with water helps to keep the smoke at bay. Put next to the hot coals the water will boil and the steam will alleviate the hassle of smoke in the eyes.
4. Use an onion to clean the braai grill before you start your braai and afterward to use a lemon to help soften the sticky meat and spice. The oils and acids in onion work as an excellent decreaser.
5. When you need an extra plate and/or bowl for salads or leftovers make use of the meat packages. This will save space and when you are done with it throw it away.
6. Use a lemon and salt to clean your cutting board and also disinfect it.
So now you are all set for the title Braai King. Have a happy Braai Day.
