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The Best Way to Start BBQ Coals

Step 2Build and Ignite the Tower

Build and Ignite the Tower
I fill my chimney with just coals and paper. I have found that I can actually build a better fire just using the chimney and the hair dryer, then I do with lighter fluid. However, if you prefer, you can use lighter fluid to help get things burning.

First, I crumple up some newspaper paper and shove it down to the bottom of my chimney. I try not to use magazines or glossy paper as they don't burn completely.

Then, I pour in a whole bunch of coals on top of that. I have started using the real wood charcoal chunks, rather than the "Kingsford" style briquets. I think they burn hotter and taste a bit better. Mmm. Eat coal.

Once the tower is built, I light the paper from the bottom and watch as the heat and fire ignites the coals above the crumpled paper.
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