How Do You Build An Asado Grill?
Slow roasting meat on the grill over a wood burning fire is one of the best ways to cook fresh beef, chicken, or fish. Grilling not only imparts a delectable depth of flavor to food, but also provides for an enjoyable and fun cooking experience. In Latin America it’s a popular way of cooking among average folks as well as upscale restaurants and is known as asado. Argentinians, in particular, are known for their expertise in grilling. Luckily it’s not necessary to travel to enjoy tasty treats fresh from an asado grill. You can make your own grill at home. Purchase a large v-shaped terra cotta clay plant pot from your local nursery supply store and three clay feet for the pot to sit on, which keep it off the ground by a few inches for sake of ventilation. Be sure to select a double rimmed pot made of Italian terra cotta to ensure a long lasting quality grill that does not crack with frequent use. Purchase two circular metal grills designed for BBQ use. One larger grill will serve as the