Tips & Techniques > What is Grilling?
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Grilling is a dry-heat cooking method. Food is cooked on metal grates that are placed over a heat source in order to produce a smoky, charred flavor. Grills can use gas, electricity, charcoal or wood.
Meats, poultry, fish and vegetables can all be grilled.