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Whether you're crafting homemade treats or dining at a hot pot restaurant, always pay attention to using grilling tools correctly, ensuring safety and efficiency to avoid regrets later!
Two reasons why I dislike street-side hot pot joints despite their convenience and affordability are: concerns about unclean food and improper grilling tools.
Opt for reputable restaurants when choosing grilled dishes over sidewalk stalls for various hygiene reasons.
One of my go-to hot pot spots is Habit BBQ (1A Dich Vong Hau), not just because of its spacious and aesthetically pleasing ambiance, but also for its delicious offerings. The skilled staff here add to the experience with their proficient grilling techniques.
At Habit BBQ, I've received plenty of tips on using grilling tools effectively.
During my last visit with friends, they even enlightened me about 4 common mistakes that grillers often make. It's a useful guide to ensure a safer and more enjoyable hot pot experience, whether you're dining out or trying your hand at home cooking!
1 – Neglecting to change the grilling mesh
This might not be an issue at upscale restaurants, but if you're grilling on the sidewalk or even at home, you might fall victim to the mistake of forgetting to change the grill mesh after cooking a substantial amount of food.
It's advisable to replace the grill mesh regularly throughout the meal.
The burnt food debris and ash sticking to the grill not only prolong the cooking time but also pose a health risk. So, if the restaurant staff forgets to change the mesh for you, don't hesitate to remind them.
After each grilling session, it's best to use a grill brush to clean off any food remnants and charcoal residue on the mesh.
2 – Incorrect Tool Usage
Do you enjoy grilled skewered meat? I used to have reservations about Habit BBQ initially because they only offered one type of skewer. Later, I discovered that using meat skewers can cause the meat to lose more moisture during grilling, resulting in a drier and less flavorful taste.
Opt for skewered vegetables and limit grilled meat skewers.
Grilling meat on skewers also increases the release of small fat droplets onto the charcoal, producing more carcinogenic fumes. It's advisable to minimize consumption for better health. Now, when I take friends to Habit BBQ, I happily skip the once-beloved skewered meat.
While meat may not be suitable for skewering, try skewering various vegetables, especially root vegetables. They'll turn fragrant and tender, a real treat!
3 – Allowing Food to Stick to the Grill
The reason to marinate meat with barbecue sauce before grilling is that when food sticks to the grill, it's more prone to charring. Habit BBQ even applies a neutral oil layer on the meat for added enjoyment.
The sauce not only enhances the flavor of the meat but also prevents it from sticking to the grill.
Habit BBQ's grill menu boasts an array of beef, chicken, pork, and more. However, the spotlight is on three sauces: black pepper sauce, momi tare sauce, and the spicy salt and chili-marinated meat.
From my experience, beef pairs exceptionally well with the zesty and intensely flavorful black pepper sauce, enhancing the meat's aroma in an indescribable way. For items like chicken wings and ribs, the spicy salt and chili marinade works wonders, leaving a fragrant aftertaste. Among the three, I find momi tare sauce the most delightful—every bite of meat is tender, aromatic, rich, and maintains a natural sweetness. Interestingly, among the Japanese grill places I've tried in Hanoi, only Habit BBQ serves this type of sauce.
Habit BBQ's momi tare sauce consistently receives praise from diners. If you have the opportunity, give it a try!
4 – Grilling Directly Over Flames Only
Professional grill enthusiasts employ two types of heat: direct heat from the flames and indirect heat when grilling near the fire.
Splitting the fire into two ends provides a middle area for cooking large, thick meat pieces.
According to the staff at Habit BBQ, when dining out, you can request them to create indirect heat by dividing the charcoal into two sections at both ends of the grill. Now, the two ends serve as direct flames for small, quick-cooking meat pieces, while the middle section offers indirect heat to evenly cook larger, thicker meat without burning or uneven searing.
Don't miss out on trying this incredibly famous dessert at Habit BBQ!
Here are two more tips: if you have little ones, Habit BBQ offers a special menu for kids with dishes that children love, such as octopus sausages, french fries, minced beef pasta, or porridge and chicken soup.
Also, don't overlook the Mochi with droplets dessert in Habit BBQ's dessert menu. It's so renowned that even native Japanese visitors nod approvingly, praising its deliciousness and authentic Tokyo flavor.
>>> Check out the details of the 28% discount on Habit BBQ's hot pot buffet.
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