BBQ season, commence! Everyone's buzzing with tips and tricks from the trending dry brine to their favorite marinades and seasonings, so we're leaning into our favorite tips and rounding them up in one place. Say goodbye to dried-out burgers and hello to a juicy, flavorful dinner. Fire up the grill and get ready to play around with your dinner.

1. "Stop washing your chicken! (Or any meat for that matter). It does more harm than good," shares Max Greb (a.k.a Max the Meat Guy).
2. "Use a two-zone fire setup." Create a hot zone for searing and a cooler zone for finishing the cooking. This helps control the cooking process and prevent burning.
3. "Let your meat come to room temperature before grilling." This ensures even cooking throughout the meat. However, it's essential to keep it safe from bacteria by not leaving it out for too long.
4. "Dry brine all of your steaks and proteins," shares Max. "Simply season as you normally would (my favorite is the Grill Mates Max’s All Purpose Seasoning - Base) at least 2 hours before cooking or ideally overnight. Let sit in the fridge loosely covered and the result is a dry exterior with deeply flavored meat for improved flavor, crust, and juiciness."
5. "Oil your grill grates." Use a high smoke point oil (like canola or grapeseed oil) on a paper towel to oil the grates. This helps prevent sticking and creates better grill marks. Alternatively? Cut a sweet onion in half and use the cut edge to season and prepare the hot grill for your meats or vegetables.
6. "Use a meat thermometer." Ensures you cook your meat to the perfect internal temperature without overcooking. It's especially useful for thicker cuts of meat.
7. "Let your meat rest after grilling." Resting allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in a juicier and more flavorful meat. A general rule is to rest for at least 5-10 minutes.
8. "Don’t press down on your burgers." This causes the juices to escape, resulting in a drier burger. Let them cook undisturbed for the best results.
9. "Marinate your vegetables." Enhances flavor and adds moisture. Use marinades with a balance of acid (vinegar or lemon juice), oil, and seasonings.
10. "Clean your grill grates immediately after cooking." Use a grill brush while the grates are still hot to remove any residue. This prevents buildup and makes it easier to clean next time.
11. "Add wood chips or chunks for smoky flavor." Soak wood chips in water for at least 30 minutes and add them to your charcoal or a smoker box. This adds a rich, smoky flavor to your grilled foods.
12. "Avoid using lighter fluid." It can impart a chemical taste to your food. Instead, use a chimney starter to light your charcoal, or, better yet, use a safer alternative like The Good Charcoal's Acadia hardwood lump charcoal.

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