With the arrival of pellet grills, The barbecue revolution has arrived: Can you imagine cooking with all the flavor of burning natural wood, but without the need or time it takes to get the coals going, being able to control the temperature at all times and with the space and comfort of a good grill area? All of that is what the Traeger pellet grills. Choose the pellet, press a button, and in ten minutes you'll be making the best barbecue you can imagine.
Barbecues and more, much more! Take note because I have a lot information about pellet grills which I’ll be thrilled to share with you in this post, where we’re going to look at:
- What are pellet grills?
- How pellet grills work
- Consistently delicious results
- Traeger Grills, the number 1 pellet grills
- What sets Traeger grills apart?
- What can you cook on a Traeger grill
- How to choose your ideal Traeger grill
- Traeger barbecue pellets
- The Traeger community
- The Traeger universe
I hope my opinion on pellet grills and all the information about how they work is useful to you. Let's see if you become a a Traeger-style lover like me!
What are pellet grills
Barbecues, in general and traditionally, are outdoor units where wood or charcoal is placed and, on a top grate, all kinds of foods are cooked naturally, with the great addition of that roasted aroma and a characteristic smoky note.
Thus, the Traditional barbecues work by burning charcoal or wood. It is simple and economical. The big drawback is the time and hassle that lighting them usually requires.
Due to the time and difficulties required by charcoal barbecues gas grills appeared. Convenient and practical, these are grills you’ll have up and running quickly, since the gas ignites instantly (just as you light a gas stove, you light the grill). But there’s a big downside, especially for lovers of authentic barbecue: the results lack that smoky touch that only burning charcoal or natural wood can provide.
And this is where pellet grills come in: pellet grills, whose origin was born in the Traeger the ones we're talking to you about today are barbecues that bring that authentic, unique barbecue flavor thanks to the smoke and flavor from burning natural wood (the pellet), and they also incorporate the convenience and ease of gas grills, as they ignite at the push of a button. Pellet grills combine all the benefits of charcoal and gas grills, with no drawbacks. They're the perfect grills! Exactly as you're reading it. Shall I keep going? Follow me!
How do pellet grills work
Fill the pellet hopper, choose the temperature with a dial or button, and press the button. Yes, Traeger grills work like an oven—you don’t need to light charcoal or prepare firewood; it does it for you the moment you turn it on, and in 10 minutes the grill is at the temperature you set, ready to use.
And this is the case with all Traeger barbecue models. They are electric grills that are activated with a switch and that feed on pellets placed in the hopper. Additionally, its Energy consumption is minimal, since it is only necessary to activate the burner and keep the fan running.
Consistently delicious results
One of the most notable aspects of Traeger grills is that they ensure consistency in the final result. Every single time we cook with them, we get perfect results. And that is achieved thanks to:
- El quick power-on, in about 10 minutes.
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El precise temperature control from 75 °C to 260 °C.
Traeger grills, the #1 pellet grills
As I was saying, pellet grills represent the evolution of charcoal and gas grills, with great performance, convenience, and precision. Their origins lie in what are now Traeger grills, which today are the the world's number 1 pellet grills (and what may be an even greater feat, as of today already they are the number 2 grills in the USA among all types and brands of barbecues, including charcoal and gas ones!).
Discovering a Traeger means delving into the world of these grills, hand in hand with the creators of the original pellet grill, invented more than 30 years ago. In addition to being world leader with its pellet grills (the best-selling worldwide) and the leading specialist in the market, Traeger has perfected pellet grills, bringing together in a single appliance all the benefits of a barbecue, an oven, and a smoker.
What sets Traeger grills apart
- These are very robust, well-equipped barbecues: Designed and built to last a long time.
- They're very easy to use, just like your home oven: Just fill the hopper with pellets, press a button, and in ten minutes it will be ready to cook.
- Its quick start-up. Its electric auto-ignition system ensures that in just a few minutes the barbecue has reached the set temperature.
- The consistency of its results and its great final flavor: Thanks to precise temperature control, you will always get perfect results. Each and every time. Additionally, andl 100% natural wood pelletl enhance the flavor of food and adds a great wood-fired flavor.
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Its large cooking space: Traeger grills have a large cooking area and let you cook on multiple levels (except the Ranger model, the portable grill).
- Its barrel shape: Its barrel-shaped design optimizes hot air circulation, completely surrounding the food, facilitating even cooking and reducing cooking time (except for the portable model, the Ranger).
- They are very versatile: In addition to grilling, you can bake, slow-cook, stew, sear, smoke, and braise, thanks to its precise temperature control and large capacity.
- The Super Smoke function: During cooking (between 70 and 105ºC) you can intensify the smoke. With just a press of a button or from your phone. This option is available on the Timberline and Ironwood models.
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Control the grill from your phone: Thanks to the WiFIRE® technology (originally created so astronauts could cook on the moon) lets you connect your grill to your smartphone and, via the TRAEGER app, control its functions from your phone (except on the portable model, the Ranger grill).
- Your community: Traeger brings people together around its barbecues. A community that reaches around the world, showing the best ways to get the most out of each model, and that has its official day on the calendar.
What can you cook on a Traeger grill
A Traeger grill lets you cook everything. Its temperature range, from 70-75ºC to 260º C, makes it easy to prepare any recipe you want. Whatever you can make on the stovetop or in the oven, you can do on the Traeger grill. You'll see:
- Grilling, of course! Both quickly at high temperatures, searing meats, vegetables, or fruits and giving foods that quick sear without the smoke flavor penetrating too much, and at lower temperatures to achieve very different results.
- Barbecuing (with the lid down) from a whole rack (or two!), chicken thighs, or any cut of meat or vegetables. With long cooking times of 4 to 24 hours, at temperatures of 110ºC to 135ºC and . mastering the different techniques of the slow-cooking process in which the aroma of smoke comes into play.
- Smoke all kinds of food, with temperatures from 75ºC to 105ºC, to cook to perfection with more smoke and a more intense final aroma. Fish such as salmon, meats, and even fondue cheese.
- Bake. From pizzas, focaccias, or empanadas to loaves of bread, sweet pastry doughs (cookies, ensaimadas, muffins, or the roscón de Navidad!), cheesecakes, or puff pastry tarts—savory or sweet, like apple—and sponge cakes. Anything you bake in your home oven, whether on a baking sheet or in a pan, you can bake on a Traeger grill.
- Braise or stew at low temperature in the pot, in the tagine or in the casserole, for example, ranging from a bean recipe to a chicken stew with sauce, or a beef stew.
- Candy. Yes, it is also possible to confit meats or vegetables. A fantastic way to prepare some foods at a low temperature in oil or in their own fat.
The large size of its cooking area and the ability to move or remove the grates allow you to cook large quantities or whole pieces. On models like the Timberline, for example, it's possible to cook at 3 levels at the same time, or with 2 grates, you can roast 9 to 12 chickens at once (depending on the version chosen).
How to choose your ideal Traeger grill
One of Traeger’s strengths is having succeeded in designing grills for everyone. Depending on what you need or how you like to cook, you can choose the right model with no risk of getting it wrong:
- RANGER Grill
The "Baby" by Traeger, the Ranger barbecue, it's a portable grill with a compact design, with capacity for 1 rack of ribs or 6 burgers. Perfect to take with you everywhere, it's ideal for small spaces, vacation homes, camping, RVs, or to take it wherever you go.
- PRO Grill
The Traeger Pro grill is perfect for the garden or patio and for hassle-free cooking. Medium-sized, with a double grate and in two versions so you can choose the capacity that suits you best. Simple and suitable for cooking any recipe, it features the technology WiFIRE® that allows you connect your grill to your smartphone.
- IRONWOOD Grill
With a larger size than the PRO, the IRONWOOD Grill offers a larger cooking surface, perfect for somewhat larger families. It has an interior with double side walls, so you can cook with it with the same results every day of the year, even on the coldest days. Equipped with technology WiFIRE®, you can control the barbecue from your mobile phone and it includes the s functionupersmoked.
- TIMBERLINE Grill
The model of Timberline barbecue It is the first Traeger. Fully equipped, perfect for cooking outdoors, with a large cooking capacity and three racks across three levels. It also offers a large stainless steel front surface for food preparation and a bamboo cutting board. Its double-walled stainless steel interior guarantees unmatched sturdiness and perfect insulation of the internal temperature. Ideal for large families or if you cook larger quantities, as it allows you to cook 9 or 12 whole chickens at once, depending on the version you choose.
Treager barbecue pellet
Considered a another ingredient in the cooking of foods on the barbecue, essential for enhancing its flavors and aromas, the Traeger pellet is made in the USA, with the entire process supervised from the sawmills to the point of sale.
It features the FSC certification`, sourced from responsibly harvested wood. It is manufactured in a ` tTotally natural, without fillers, rinds or added binders, avoiding waste and contributing to forest cleanup, which helps minimize the risk of fire spread.
Each wood provides a distinctive aroma and flavor that enhance those of the food itself. Among its varieties are the apple tree, the cherry tree, the walnut tree, or the mesquite, which are ideal for pairing with different foods.
The Traeger community
Treager is much more than just a barbecue brand, much more than the leading experts in barbecuing. The Traeger community has a day on the calendar when everyone celebrates this way of understanding barbecue (in 2022, it was this past May 14). Cooking, company, family, and moments to share are fundamental for Traeger, which, since its first grill, has continued to innovate so that everyone can enjoy them without anyone missing out.
Because for the Traeger community, barbecue is a way to connect, build bonds, bring people together, enjoy, and share. They show new ways to get the most out of cooking on any of their models, teaching and sharing countless recipes to learn and enjoy cooking and eating in a fun, healthier way. Because there's nothing like the flavor of food cooked on the grill!
The Traeger universe
Traeger also has a wide selection of utensils to cook with comfort, safety, and ease on the grill. Robust, high quality, and generously sized, are made in stainless steel with wooden handle and feature a leather strap at the end so you can easily hang them from the hooks on the side of the grills, keeping them within easy reach.
And since there's no barbecue without sauce, I can't help but recommend the Traeger sauces. I had the opportunity to try them at the presentation of their barbecues, and I was impressed by their delicious flavor and the possibilities they offer when combined with foods cooked with the different pellets—whether for glazing meats, serving alongside them, or adding the finishing touch to vegetables and fish. Truly delicious!
