Eid-ul-Adha 2020 is just around the corner, and we all know the occasion specially calls for family get-togethers and friendly barbecue parties. Since nothing compares to the sizzling sounds of barbecued meat on these special holidays, and if you can’t seem to recall where you have kept your old barbecue kit, we have handpicked some awesome DIY barbecue grills ideas that you can easily use at your home.
So, without further ado, let’s start sizzling!
Awesome Ideas for DIY Barbecue Grills at Home
Here are some ideas about how to build your own barbecue kit at home when you are running under a budget or don’t want to go through the hassle of shopping for a bbq kit:
- DIY Aluminum Grill
- DIY Brick Barbecue Grill
- Terracotta Pot Barbecue Kit
- Rocket Stove Barbecue Kit
- Fire Pit Grill
- Repurposed Tool Box Grill
DIY Aluminum Grill
The first mention on our list of awesome DIY kits for an outdoor barbecue can be executed by using only an aluminium foil food container, some charcoal, and a cooking grill. This setup is best for individuals living in a small apartment or who like to occasionally go on camping trips.
Once you have all the material, follow the steps given below:
- Make sure you get a good quality aluminium foil food container – also known as disposable lasagna pan.
- Fill the food container with some charcoal and small pieces of coal.
- Cover the lasagna pan with a similar-sized cooking grill.
- Light the coal when you are ready.
DIY Brick Barbecue Grill
This hack is best for huge backyards or gardens. If you want to prepare a decent meal for yourself and your family members this Eid-ul-Adha, our DIY brick barbecue grill idea is your best bet. If you have some pieces of bricks lying around in your backyard, bring them to use with our DIY bbq grill at home.
First, collect a few concrete blocks, get a large piece of metal mesh, and a metal tray. Quickly assemble the bricks on the top of each other and make a square that is open from one side. Place the metal tray under and add some pieces of coal on it. Afterwards, place the metal mesh on top of your square, and you’re all set to grill.
This is a quick fix for your large-sized family and an easy do-it-yourself grill kit project. Not to mention, you can set it up in less than an hour, provided you have all the material available at your home. Also, you can customise it as per your needs – make it as huge [or small] as you want.
Terracotta Pot Barbecue Kit
The next mention on our list of DIY barbecue grill ideas is a terracotta pot bbq kit. After going through these ideas, you will know how to have a grill party anywhere without dragging your bulky grill around or spending a hefty amount on buying a barbecue grill.
This DIY barbecue grill can be built with terracotta pots [the ones that we use for plants]. Terracotta pots are inexpensive, and they are perfect if you want something that fits anywhere on the table or ground. Although it is best for small spaces, you can make it a size you want, depending on the number of people you’re hosting. Besides terracotta pots, you will also need a metal grill or cooking grill for holding your food. At this point, we would recommend buying something that fits well with your pot. Fill the pot’s base with some old bricks and then add some pieces of coal to build a better system for heat.
| Note: Old bricks at the bottom of the pot help to fill up the base and hold in heat better. However, using them is optional if you don’t have them. |
Rocket Stove Barbecue Kit
This hack is best for places that don’t provide access to a full-fledged kitchen. Cooking a meal in such situations and places may appear to be more challenging.
A DIY rocket stove is not only best for some grilling and barbecuing during Eid-Ul-Adha, but is also perfect for outdoor cooking when you want to keep your kitchen cool during summer. It works like a fan-assisted oven, but it is used for grilling rather than baking. All you need is to fuel it with some pieces of coal or wood, and it is ready to grill or cook anything you want.
Better yet, you only need a small selection of materials to build this grill. First, you need to buy a steel base [like the one shown in the picture]. You can use a paint can for the base if you don’t have an institutional sized steel can available at home. Add some pieces of wood at the base of the can and light it up when you are ready.
Fire Pit Grill
Try this low-to-zero-cost fire pit grill idea if you have a fireplace in your backyard or garden. This idea is a great way to avoid stove heat during summer. Just place a metal grill on the fire pit, and you are all set to start grilling. This is the only DIY barbecue grill idea that doesn’t require any additional effort or expense.
Repurposed Tool Box Grill
This idea is especially handy for people who want to enjoy barbecue parties in a traditional way. You can use your old toolbox and repurpose it as a barbecue grill kit. Just give it a good wash and place some coals at the bottom of the box. Light the coal, add some marinated meat on skewers, and start grilling.
So, this brings us to the end of our post on how to build your own barbecue kit at home. Before we sign off, we would like to mention that these ideas are not only stress-free, but also extremely economical to build, costing less than or around PKR 500. Not to mention, some ideas on this list are portable, so they can be stored anywhere in your house, and they are perfect for taking along on a camping trip.
Besides enjoying Eid-ul-Adha, we also have a great responsibility on our shoulders. We know that Eid this year and many other celebrations are not like how they used to be. As the coronavirus cases in Pakistan have recently stabilised, we have to maintain social distancing to stop the spread. Keep yourself and others around you safe. Take all the precautionary measures of social distancing and avoid hosting or going to crowded parties.
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