Skip Steel Wool When Cleaning Your Grill - Use This Pantry Staple Instead - Tasting Table

""Depending on the surface of your grill, steel wool might make sense, but I find it to be too coarse most of the time and prefer a brush.""

""When it comes time to clean the grill, I like to blast the heat and burn off as much as possible. Then, I hit it with a white vinegar and water mixture as a sort of degreaser. Cleanliness is everything.""

""Vinegar is a naturally acidic cleanser that can break down grease and dissolve mineral buildup. It's important to use the right type of vinegar, as the uses and percentages of its acidity vary greatly.""

""To make your own DIY grill cleaner like May, simply mix an equal amount of water and white vinegar together in a spray bottle and generously coat both sides of your grates.""

Cleaning the grill is crucial for preventing food from sticking during cooking. Chef Aaron May recommends using a brush instead of steel wool, which can damage the grill's protective coating. He suggests heating the grill to burn off residue and using a mixture of white vinegar and water as a degreaser. Vinegar is a food-safe cleaner that effectively breaks down grease. A DIY grill cleaner can be made by mixing equal parts vinegar and water, and aluminum foil can be used for scrubbing.

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