How Hot Is My Charcoal - Hand Test- Grilling Tips Tricks Hacks

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Channel: AlaskaGranny · 2015 · People & Blogs

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How hot is your charcoal?  Charcoal can heat up to 700 degrees,  Weber Kettle Grill  http://amzn.to/2cXJhNe  We usually cook at or below 500 degrees Fahrenheit.  Need to know when your fire is at the right temperature for grilling.  How can you tell how hot your charcoals are?  How can you know when your charcoal is ready for cooking?  Measure the heat of your barbecue with the hand test.  Use the palm of your hand for a test.  Hold your hand 4 - 5 inches above the charcoal, and count how many seconds you can hold it above the charcoal. 
 2-4 seconds  400-500 degrees
5-7 seconds  medium heat
8-10 seconds  low
More than 10 seconds means time to add more coals.

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