Grills for chickens - a kind of skewer, which is still used when frying meat at the stake. Modern equipment has a general principle of operation, but differs mainly in price category. Depending on the volume of loading and conditions of use, either an electric or gas grill is selected. What are their features?
What to consider when choosing?
To begin with, it is worth remembering that the equipment must be selected in terms of volume. So, chicken grills can work simultaneously with only 8 carcasses, and can immediately accommodate 64 chicken. Of course, such a range of volume affects the price of models. Users say that small devices are suitable for small fast foods, while it’s better to choose larger grills for a retail store.
Some designs are equipped with two working chambers at once, which are convenient if they are located vertically with respect to each other. Due to the autonomous principle of operation, it is possible to make the poultry cooking process continuous. Note that today there are different models of this equipment on the market, and therefore many users have a question, which is better: gas grills or electric grills for chickens? Reviews differ, so we suggest that you first consider the design features of this equipment, and then the principles of its operation.
On coal, from gas or mains?
The easiest to use and convenient for use in the summer cottage is a coal grill. Its feature is the preservation of the taste and useful properties of the product. This model comes with or without a cover.
The gas grill is complemented by a gearbox that allows you to mount a gas cylinder. In such a device, there are shelves where you can heat finished products, and an indicator that helps to control the temperature regime.
The electric grill can be equipped with a grill or be contact. In the first case, the chicken is cooked like a fire, in the second - this taste will not be, but the device is easier to care for.
Electric grill
Modern electric grills for frying chickens are characterized by minimal use of oil in the preparation of the product. In addition, the professional electric grill for chickens allows you to defrost, stew vegetables, warm food and performs other functions of the microwave. The advantages of this equipment include:
- Lack of smell when cooking.
- Portability: you can put the device anywhere, most importantly, to be able to connect to the network.
On the other hand, on such a grill it is impossible to cook food for a couple. In addition, in the event of a breakdown, you will most likely have to change all the equipment. And the need to connect to the network limits the scope of the device. Many users attribute these characteristics to the number of minuses, but on the other hand, they are just perfect for operation in certain conditions.
Carousel or skewer?
Electric grills can be carousel or skewer. The first modifications are widely used in catering, in cafes and buffets. A distinctive feature of the models is the ease of use, as the hens are easily laid and removed, in addition, in such a device you can cook whole chicken as well as individual parts. The rotary grill for chickens is good because the cradles rotate in it, which ensures uniform heat treatment of the product from all sides.
Skewer grills are also convenient to use: prepared chickens are mounted on a skewer and fried. This method is good in that there is uniform baking of the product.
Popular electric models
GRILL MASTER rotary grills are easy to operate and have good technical data, which is why they are popular in small enterprises and fast food outlets. All elements of this equipment are made of stainless steel, the working chamber has a backlight, and the doors themselves are made of heat-resistant glass. The continuous and silent operation of the cradles is ensured by a high-quality gear motor. There is a pallet on which fat flows.
Electric skewer for chicken “Commander-2/3 E” allows you to cook standard chicken carcasses at catering establishments. Carcasses are prepared under infrared radiation on skewers, providing uniform heat treatment of the product from all sides. Uniform roasting is achieved by a constant speed of rotation and the optimal distance of the product from the heating elements. The presence of a special unit of rotation and support of the skewer serves as a guarantee of quick installation and removal from the device.
Gas grill
Using gas skewer grills, you can automatically cook chickens under the influence of infrared radiation, which is provided by gas burners. They can be controlled sectionally, which makes it possible to reduce gas consumption. The technology involves planting prepared hens on skewers, after which their frying begins. The capacity of the carcasses in the chamber depends on the model of the grill.
Gas grills are often equipped with bars, cafes, catering facilities. Such devices are easy to operate, and the process of preparing chicken in them is easy and convenient. As in electric models, in carousel grills carcasses are stacked in cradles and evenly fried. The baskets rotate constantly, so the heat treatment is uniform from all sides. Rotary gas grills for chickens are often additionally equipped with a glass wall.
Model Overview
A popular carousel model is F4KU1G GRILL MASTER, designed for the simultaneous preparation of 20 carcasses at once. The model is characterized by good visibility and ease of operation, so there are a lot of good reviews about it. Cooks note that frying is carried out evenly, the product retains all its properties. In addition, it is convenient and safe to operate such equipment by equipping the gas control system with four gas taps. The operation of the device is possible with natural gas or propane.
Even more powerful equipment is the F8Sh2G model from GRILL MASTER, which can cook up to 75 carcasses at a time. There are already 8 taps in this device that are equipped with a gas control system. Due to the well-thought-out design of the gear motor, continuous rotation of the skewers is ensured.
Repair Features
Grill is an essential equipment for any professional kitchen. With large loads on it, certain operation problems may arise, and in this case, repair of the grill for chickens is required. Before starting repair work directly, specialists first conduct a diagnosis that allows you to identify the causes of the breakdown and how to fix it. In most cases, users complain about the following problems with the operation of the grill for chickens:
- The mismatch of the set temperature is valid. In this case, it is advisable to check the operation of the heating elements, temperature sensors and the characteristics of the power supply itself.
- Uneven cooking of the product. This may be due to the low heat transfer of the heating elements.
- Lava grills, according to users, often get dirty, and you need to change not only the lava stone, but also clean the gratings that grease the channels.
- The hinges of the top cover often wear out in moving parts.
- Carousel grills often break due to too much chicken loading in the chamber.
But at the same time, users note that in case of timely contact with specialists, it is possible to improve the technical and operational properties of the equipment.