Butcher/Cooking Twine - safe for BBQ?
Is cooking twine safe for BBQ? I see twine safely used in the oven, but I need this on a charcoal rotisserie. I'm worried that the twine will burn off. Does anyone know if twine is safe? Or if there is an alternative?
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I've used butchers twine on the grill many times with only the cut ends charring a bit. As the meat cooks the twine absorbs some of the fluid that it exudes, which evaporates and cools the twine some. By the time the twine chars the meat has started to shrink and usually the shape has at least started to set.
As an alternative you can use wire. Stainless steel wire for this purpose can be purchased online from many grilling and BBQ retailers. For larger projects, like whole hog rotisserie, I've seen people use chicken wire fencing material. Just make sure to thoroughly clean off any oil or coating that may be on the wire before using it on food.
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Tying Any Cut of Meat With Butcher's Twine Butcher's string is made out of 100% biodegradable cotton. Use it to tie red meat, poultry, and seafood securely; it can be twisted and tied into knots without tearing, and it can be used in the oven or on the grill without burning.Can I use butchers twine on the grill?
When cooks want to keep the meat in one piece or the stuffing in place, they use butcher's twine to tie everything into a roll, allowing it all to cook evenly. It is the perfect choice for smoking, grilling, or roasting any type of meat.Can you cook with butchers twine?
Butcher's twine (also called cooking string or kitchen twine) is an oven-safe string made from 100% cotton. It's most commonly used when cooking meat.Do you have to soak butchers twine?
It's durable and will not impart flavor onto cooked food. Still, if you're going to expose twine to a close-range open flame, first soak it in water or broth for about one minute to avoid burning.How to Tie a Roast with a String
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The cooking environment on your grill will be no hotter than your oven. Most times it will be cooler, in fact. If your twine is in a position to combust, then it is too close to the fire.
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