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Grilling over wood provides a different experience than cooking with charcoal. From the sweet aroma of woodsmoke that engages your senses to the cosy sight of flames licking the firepit and the melt-in-your-mouth flavours imparted to your meat, wood can be an essential and impactful ingredient. Used correctly, it delivers delicious flavours and aromas to your food.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Want to use firewood for your next BBQ sesh? Here\u2019s everything you need to know about cooking with firewood, including the fuel you can use.<\/span><\/p>\n

Choose your firewood well.<\/b><\/h2>\n

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There are two types of firewood: firewood used purely as a heating source and cooking wood. Cooking wood is dense, clean wood that can warm up and fuel your fire pit and is perfectly safe for cooking food.<\/span><\/p>\n

When choosing firewood, it\u2019s essential to choose one that does not contain nasty chemicals or emit strange odours, like the <\/span>Firebrand Vintage QLD Ironbark<\/b><\/a>. This is ethically sourced and naturally seasoned over 10 to 15 years in its natural habitat. It\u2019s guaranteed to provide a cleaner burn with a higher and more consistent heat with less ash, making it ideal for fire pit cooking.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Dried hardwood makes the best fuel.<\/b><\/h2>\n

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When it comes to cooking with firewood, the drier the wood, the better the burn! The best types of wood are dense hardwoods like ironbark and woods from fruit or nut bearing trees like oak, hickory, mesquite, cherry, apple, or pecan. Dense hardwood gives a longer burn time from each piece so that you can use less firewood, and there is no need to keep topping up the wood as you cook.<\/span><\/p>\n

If possible, choose firewood that has been naturally seasoned in its own environment, like fallen branches and trees that have dried out over many years. This is not only a sustainable way to collect hardwood, but it also guarantees proper seasoning over time. It will contain a high amount of natural flavour, which can further enhance the taste of your meat.<\/span><\/p>\n

Choose your cut.<\/b><\/h2>\n

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There are a variety of woodcuts to choose from, and the right size will depend on your needs. The most common are:<\/span><\/p>\n