Napoleon Grills NK22CK-L - Manual (Page 6)

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Charcoal Grilling Chart
Food Direct/Indirect
Heat
Cooking Time Helpful Suggestions
Steak
1 in. thick
Direct heat 6-8 min.– Medium When selecting meat for grilling,
ask for marbled fat distribution.
The fat acts as a natural
tenderizer while cooking and
keeps it moist and juicy.
Hamburger
1/2 in. thick
Direct heat 6-8 min.– Medium Preparing hamburgers to order
is made easier by varying the
thickness of your patties. To add
an exotic taste to your meat,
try adding hickory-flavored
woodchips to the charcoal.
Chicken pieces Direct heat approx 2
min. per side.
Indirect heat for the
remaining 18-20 min.
20-25 min. The joint connecting the thigh
and the leg from the skinless side
should be sliced 3/4 of the way
though for the meat to lay flatter
on the grill. This helps it to cook
faster and more evenly. To add a
trademark taste to your cooking,
try adding mesquite-flavored
woodchips to the charcoal.
Pork chops Direct heat 10-15 min. Trim off the excess fat before
grilling. Choose thicker chops for
more tender results.
Spare ribs Direct heat for 5 min.
Indirect heat to finish
1.5-2 hrs.
turning often
Choose ribs that are lean and
meaty. Grill until meat easily pulls
away from the bone.
Lamb chops Direct heat 25-30 min. Trim off the excess fat before
grilling. Choose extra thick chops
for more tender results.
Hot dogs Direct heat 4-6 min. Select the larger size wieners. Slit
the skin lengthwise before grilling.
Charcoal Cooking Guide
Charcoal is the traditional way of cooking that we are all familiar with. The glowing briquettes emit infrared
energy to the food being cooked, with very little drying effect. Any juices or oils that escape from the food drip
down onto the charcoal and vaporize into smoke giving the food its delicious grilled taste. The bottom line is
that Napoleon’s charcoal grill produces searing heat for juicier, tastier steaks, hamburgers and other meats.
For cooking times and tips refer to the Charcoal Grilling Chart.
The following grilling chart is meant to be a guideline only. Cooking times are affected by such factors as
altitude, outside temperature, wind, and desired doneness, which will be reflected in your cooking time. Use a
meat thermometer to ensure foods are adequately cooked.