When should I use starting fluid?

Answer by  sukosh (47)

Starting fluid is used on charcoal for grilling food.It should be burnt off completely before placing food on the grill. It should not be applied during cooking as it is a used as combustible fuel to light up charcoal briquettes that are being prepared for grilling. Fluid is squirted on the charcoal and lit up using a long match stick.

Answer by  gravel (10)

You should use starting fluid when you are in a hurry, or when conditions are too damp to start a fire with newspaper.

Answer by  patti (29325)

Use starter fluid with charcoal. Review/follow the directions on the can. Let the fuel burn off before adding the food to the grill. DON'T add fuel while cooking.

Answer by  Roland27 (16334)

Only when using a grill that is powered by charcoal. Grill starting fluid is something that can often be dangerous if used improperly. Put your charcoal at the bottom on the grill add some of the fluid and light.

Answer by  crabfoot (253)

You need starting fluid to get that charcoal glowing, and that is what it is for. Use it as you need new hot areas. But don't set any food to cook on coals that have been "started" in the last 5 min, or that food will taste of petrol.

Answer by  countrygal (164)

The best time to use starting fluid is in the winter months when it is cold and yiur car battery is sluggish when turning over.