- There are many types of BBQ grills, but what makes this grill unique is the fire box set to one side of the main cooking chamber. The firebox is generally much smaller than the main chamber and is located directly opposite the cooking chamber or slightly below it. There is a vent between the two areas to regulate the amount of heat entering the cooking chamber. This allows the cook much greater control over the cooking temperature and the rate at which the food will cook. In most cases, this type of grill is used to achieve a slower cooking process for added flavor.
- The fire box is used for exactly what its name implies. This is a box in which you will build your fire. In most cases, the fuel will be charcoal briquettes, but can also be various types of wood. Many times, charcoal is used in addition to small amounts of wood such as hickory, which is added to help flavor the food being cooked.
- The fire box is a separate unit that keeps the flames away from the items being cooked. This allows the food to be cooked with only the heat from the flames. A temperature gauge atop the cooking chamber allows the cook to monitor the temperature to achieve the desired results of slow cooking. The temperature will be controlled by making adjustments to the vent. In some instances, food is slow cooked for several hours to allow the flavor of the smoke to penetrate the meat.
