Summer is synonymous with backyard barbecues, community cookouts, and grilling season. Even though the pandemic has altered how we currently congregate, you can still cook a delicious supper with your summer-loving friends on your back patio.
Whether you're using a smoker barbecue or a standard outdoor grill this year, you'll need the necessary equipment and accessories to prepare a delicious meal and keep your station clean. Grilling lights, heat-resistant gloves, and grill brushes are a few of the equipment we've gathered to keep your grill and cooking abilities in pristine condition so you can be the cookout boss for years to come.
These 20 essential grill accessories, including flavor-packed wood planks, kabob baskets, and dry rubs, may compliment virtually any backyard barbecue setup. We've chosen the essential equipment so that you'll have everything you need to grill to perfection all summer, forever.
1. Stingray 7-in-1 Grill Multitool
Any grill expert is aware that different varieties of cuisine require the usage of specific tools. Flipping delicate fish fillets requires a flat spatula, whereas steak and robust vegetables require an adept pair of tongs.
The Stingray 7-in-1 Grill Multitool is a hybrid grill attachment that can handle almost every form of grilled food and even includes an integrated bottle opener.
Buy: Stingray 7-in-1 Grill Multitool
2. D-ICE Kabob BBQ Baskets (Set of 4)
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These brilliant nonstick baskets are designed for foolproof flipping and will keep the kabobs in perfect condition with every turn. Additionally, these grill accessories make it easy to separate items for family members with dietary restrictions or food allergies.
Buy: D-ICE Kabob BBQ Baskets (Set of 4)
3. KOSIN Barbecue Grill Lights (2-Pack)
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This best-selling magnetic grill light set from KOSIN makes nighttime grilling a breeze. The gooseneck design allows you to adjust the angle of the light to illuminate your cooking or grilling surface. The magnetic base of these lights allows you to mount them securely to your grill in any position.
Buy: KOSIN Barbecue Grill Lights (2-Pack)
4. Wildwood Grilling Plank Variety Pack
Wood planks are excellent grilling accessories because they absorb moisture naturally and impart a distinctive smoky flavor to food. This assortment of grilling planks from Wildwood Grilling is comprised of six distinct types of wood, including cedar, alder, hickory, cherry, maple, and red oak.
Maple will pair well with your favorite red and white meats, while cedar is ideal for grilling salmon.
Buy: Wildwood Grilling Plank Variety Pack
5. Stainless Steel Kabob Skewers (10-Pack)
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We've all used disposable bamboo skewers that burn or fall apart when grilling, leaving food with splinters. Choose instead reusable stainless steel kabob skewers to avoid this mess. These durable (yet inexpensive) grill accessories are composed of rust-resistant stainless steel, allowing you to use them for meal after meal.
In addition, the flat blade design allows for simple, precise grabbing and turning of chicken or vegetable kabobs.
Buy: Stainless Steel Kabob Skewers (10-Pack)
6. Chef's Kitchen 7-Piece Outdoor BBQ Apron and Utensil Set
This robust apron and utensil set is the ideal present for the grilling enthusiast in your life. With thus many storage pockets for their grilling accessories, they do not require a second pair of hands.
Buy: Chef's Kitchen 7-Piece Outdoor BBQ Apron and Utensil Set
7. All-Clad Stainless Steel Grill Accessories
If your favorite grilling utensils have lost their luster after years of burger flipping, it's time to replace them with this stainless steel tool set from All-Clad. This grill accessories kit contains everything necessary for grilling, including locking tongs, a spatula, a pronged fork, and a marinade brush.
In addition, the sleek and practical carrying case allows you to quickly transport your favorite grilling gear to the park or beach for barbecues while remaining organized.
Buy: All-Clad Stainless Steel Grill Accessories
8. Grill Armor Extreme Heat Resistant Oven Gloves
Every chef should have a pair of heat-resistant gloves because accidental burns are the quickest way to get a chill. These robust gloves are good for shredding meats such as pulled pork or brisket, as well as splitting or flipping vegetables or kabobs.
These high-quality, insulated rubber gloves can withstand temperatures up to 932 degrees Fahrenheit, so your paws will be completely protected!
Buy: Grill Armor Extreme Heat Resistant Oven Gloves
9. Kumana Avocado Sauce
We are slightly fascinated with this avocado sauce inspired by Venezuelan cuisine, especially during grilling season. This delightfully spicy hot sauce is produced with fresh, colorful, and entirely plant-based ingredients, including green bell peppers, cilantro, parsley, jalapeos, and (of course) avocados.
This delicious hot sauce will make you want to smother everything you eat in it, from tacos to grilled seafood and steak.
Buy: Kumana Avocado Sauce
10. Cuisinart 3-in1 Stuffed Burger Press
Whether you're preparing filled handmade vegetable patties, small sliders, or a standard-sized burger, this three-piece, easy-to-use burger press will assure consistency in size and thickness. If you are preparing food for a large gathering or a particular occasion, this press will also ensure perfect consistency for presentation.
Be inventive with fillings like as cheese, fresh seasonal herbs, and breadcrumbs, and bring on the hamburgers!
Buy: Cuisinart 3-in1 Stuffed Burger Press
11. Alpha Grillers Grill Brush and Scraper
This multifunctional power tool serves as a heavy-duty grill brush and scraper, covering three times the surface area of a conventional grill brush. It can be used to clean practically any type of grill surface, including porcelain, cast iron, and stainless steel grates.
Buy: Alpha Grillers Grill Brush and Scraper
12. Spicewalla Grill Seasoning (3-Pack)
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Don't forget to add seasoning. This trio of barbecue spice rubs from Spicewalla includes a Carolina Pork Rub, Cowboy Steak Rub, and Honey & Herb Rub that is especially tasty on grilled vegetables and seafood.
Don't overlook this bundle, whether you're searching for a housewarming present to bring to a barbeque or expanding your personal spice rub collection.
Buy: Spicewalla Grill Seasoning (3-Pack)
13. Manly Serial Griller T-Shirt
They likely already possess a standard apron and pair of tongs. Consider this Serial Griller t-shirt if you're seeking for the perfect gift for the grill master in your life (or if you want to rock it yourself this season). It is so cheesy that it is flawless.
Buy: Manly Serial Griller T-Shirt
14. Weber Drip Pans (10-Pack)
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Don't overlook the minor details! Every griller should have several disposable drip pans on hand for allowing meat or seafood to rest after being grilled to juicy perfection. These aluminum drip pans can also be placed directly on the barbecue to prevent greasy buildup.
Buy: Weber Drip Pans (10-Pack)
15. Traeger Apple Wood Pellets
If you're using a smoker-style grill that burns wood pellets, you'll need the appropriate grilling accessories. This 20-pound bag of apple hardwood pellets will impart a delicious and smokey taste to salmon or chicken wings roasted over an open flame.
Buy: Traeger Apple Wood Pellets
16. Cuisinart Grill Cleaning Brush
For your grill to last as long as possible, maintenance and thorough cleaning are required. Cuisinart's stainless steel grill-cleaning brush has thick bristles for removing grease and grime off barbecue grates and a convenient loop for hanging when not in use.
Buy: Cuisinart Grill Cleaning Brush
17. Outset Oyster Grill Pan
If oysters barbecued on the grill are among your favorite appetizers, this cast-iron skillet is calling your name. This innovative grill accessory has 12 distinct chambers to support shellfish as they cook to perfection in the oven or on the grill. The nonstick coating also facilitates easier cleanup after a party.
Oysters served in this pan directly from the grill add a fun and authentic touch to dinner gatherings, according to reviews.
