Char-broil Grill2go X200 Review
This Char-broil Grill2go X200 review is about one of the most portable grills on the market that you can use to cook anywhere. We will be looking at the best features that this grill has.
When it comes to grilling, there are many options that you can choose from to grill your ribs. However, the most high-end grills can be too large for your personal preferences.
If you are someone like me who loves to cook outside and travels a lot, you will not go for large permanent grills. You would prefer to get a small one that can be as good as the others.
Portable grills are great for cooking while you are on the road to bring them on your tailgating or camping trips. You can even cook while you are on a picnic or while at the beach.
This grill is the talk of the town not only because of its aesthetically pleasing looks but also because of the functionality and power to cook any recipe that you would want to cook.
So if you are curious about this model from Char-broil, then you have come to the right place. Here, we will discuss the grill features and see how they can help you in cooking.
Assembly And Setup Process
Portable grills usually come assembled when they are shipped. The same goes with the Grill2go X200 as you do not need to assemble too many parts before you can start cooking with it.
There are some things that you need to do before cooking in it, though. First, make sure that the screws are tight as they get loose during the shipping process.
You will also need to season the grill before cooking in it. Clean it by wiping it with paper towels to remove small bits of paper or box that might have got in, especially on the cooking grates.
From there, you will also need to turn the grill on and fire it up before cooking in it. Wipe a thin layer of oil on the cooking grate and then turn the heat on to the highest temperature setting.
Allow the grill to continue heating up for at least an hour. This will help put a non-stick coating on the cooking grates while burning any contaminants that it got when it was shipped.
After seasoning the grill, you can then start cooking your best recipes in it. The grill has legs, but you will need to set it up on a table to get it to the right height.
The legs separate the hot firebox from the surface you put on, but it will not be tall enough for you to cook in it while standing. So get a sturdy table for the grill to sit on.
Build Quality And Materials
The Char-broil Grill2go X200 is a very durable grill that you can use anywhere. It is made mostly from cast aluminum which is a great material for absorbing heat from the firebox.
Some stainless steel components are also durable. The latches on the lid are stainless steel, and they make sure that the lid seals off the heat inside the grill.
The issue with this is that the latches can get too hot when you are cooking. I needed gloves to open or close the latches and the lid as they get very hot after a short time.
The lid and firebox of this grill are cast aluminum, a material that absorbs heat faster than stainless steel. This is beneficial especially for cooking with convection heat.
The thick lid of the grill helps in keeping the temperature even inside the grill. It absorbs heat and distributes it inside the grill chamber so the food inside cooks from all sides of the grill.
The legs is all heavy-duty steel, which is perfect for keeping the heat on the grill only. The heat that the grill produces does not get transferred to the table that you place it on.
The legs connect to the handles, which means that you can be sure that you can lift the grill anywhere. It is very sturdy, and the handles are very thick, so they are comfortable to hold.
Design And Heat Distribution
This is not the best grill when it comes to distributing heat because of its design, there are spots on the lid that can interfere with the heat.
Personally, grill lids that have a dome like shape have the best capability of absorbing heat and distributing it back into the cooking chamber. This grill has a square-ish lid with some corners.
The corners on the lid can sometimes be too difficult for the heat to pass through. That means that some spots can be too hot or too cold on the lid of this grill.
The good thing about this grill is that it does its job of distributing the heat below the lid. Thanks to the thick construction that helps in absorbing heat and keeping the grill insulated properly.
Despite having a box design, the grooves and the corners on the lid are not sharp. The company tried to smoothen the corners so there are no noticeable hot or cold spots.
Cooking Area
The Grill2go X200 is a pretty large grill when you talk about portable grills. Although it may look small. It has a total of 200 square inches for its cooking area which is a lot.
You can fit a whole chicken on this grill or cook up to 8 burgers at a time in food terms. This is the perfect grill for a family who is always on the move and wants to cook while on the road.
The cooking grate is stainless steel, powered by four burners underneath. The burners are also made from stainless steel so you can be sure that they will last long.
Although stainless steel is not the best material known for distributing heat or retaining it, the cooking grate of this grill has a design that will help spread the heat evenly.
There are also some heat shields right over the burners, which means that this grill uses the TRU-Infrared technology of Char-broil to cook with no flare-ups no matter how hot it gets.
This technology spreads the heat evenly throughout the cooking grate, which means no cold or hot spots in the cooking space. You can be sure that your food will cook evenly.
Cooking With The Grill
When I first cooked with this grill, I expected it to have some trouble heating up and maintaining the temperature because of the heat shield and the stainless steel grill grates.
However, it was completely different as within 15 minutes, the grill reached the set temperature with the heat evenly distributed inside. I was able to put some nice sear marks on the burgers.
Although there are times when I had to readjust the temperature because it gets too hot, the grill functioned pretty much as it should. It was a little bit of a learning experience the first time.
Once you get used to the power that the grill can produce, you will cook it with ease. It was also pretty convenient that the grill was compatible with one-pound propane tanks.
There was not much need for me to adjust any of the grill’s features. The thermometer on the grill’s lid is also perfect for making sure that it gets to the set temperature and stays there.
Cleaning And Maintenance
Once done cooking with the grill, you need to always make sure that it cleans properly. Make sure to remove the food residuals from the cooking grate before storing it.
You can remove the stainless steel cooking grate, and you can wash it with soap and water. Ensure to brush away any stuck food on the grill and let it dry before putting it back.
The lack of flare-ups with this grill also helped in keeping the table or the surroundings clean. There is not too much-splattered grease around the grill which was pretty impressive.
Wiping the outer parts of the grill is enough and you do not necessarily need to remove the grease around it. It can help lubricate the grill so leave a thin layer of grease on the lid.
This will also help in repelling insects or moisture, especially if you leave the grill outside. I recommend storing it in a dry place or using a cover if you want to leave it outdoors.
Conclusion
The Char-broil Grill2go X200 truly lives up to its name as it was one of the best grills that I have brought in tailgating and camping trips. It is lightweight yet powerful enough to cook anything.
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There are thick and sturdy handles that I can use to lift the grill. I did not need help carrying the grill so I am sure that you can easily transfer this grill anywhere you like to cook.
If you love cooking outdoors, indulging yourself in nature, and eating delicious food, then this grill is for you. It is a grill that can cook the best foods for you and your family!
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