Selecting The Right Charcoal for Perfect Pizzas (Flavour & Heat)

Selecting The Right Charcoal for Perfect Pizzas (Flavour & Heat)

Barbecue season is here so it’s time to stock up on all the essentials to make sure your garden party is a success.

Knowing the right charcoal to cook pizza is important for its taste and appearance, so we have put together a guide to selecting the right charcoal that will produce the appropriate amount of heat and complement the flavour of your pizza.

Best in Class: Smokeless Coal for Your Pizza Oven

Pizza ovens have become increasingly popular in the UK recently, with many wanting that authentic stone-baked look, feel, and taste for their meal. You’re bound to get a much better outcome with a pizza oven than you would do with a regular household oven.

These ovens that are specifically for pizzas require coal to operate, but which is the best type to use? Well, firstly, we suggest you stick to smokeless coal to perfectly complement your cooking experience so that smoke won’t affect the smell and quality of your pizza. This will produce a powerful amount of heat that can reduce your cooking time while making sure all the ingredients are thoroughly cooked.

With smokeless coal, you’ll taste more of the topping flavours than you will the solid fuel in the pizza oven. Smokeless solid fuels are a smart choice because they don’t emit a noticeable amount of smoke and, therefore, will cook your food more efficiently and thoroughly for a fresher taste.

 

Alternatives to Smokeless Coal

If you want to look beyond smokeless fuel in the charcoal for pizza oven conversation, you can see what more traditional types of coal do. 

Some people prefer the smoky flavour that is attached to traditional barbecue grilling. If you opt for household coal, make sure you stay a good distance away from the fumes and that the barbecue is not taking place within any regions with potential restrictions, like Smoke Control Areas. The best household coal can be found on the HouseFuel website to make sure you can get as much quality for your purchase as possible.

Anthracite is the highest-ranking form of coal because it is dense and contains a high degree of carbon, meaning it burns more efficiently. Examine the product you’re purchasing and see if it’s made from anthracite first.

You’ll need to consider how many pizzas you intend to cook, so a high-performing, long-lasting type of coal is required if you’re cooking several pizzas in your pizza oven. A strong yet manageable amount of heat is needed to make sure your pizza doesn’t burn and cooks properly, ensuring you have the perfect taste and aesthetics that will please your garden guests.

For more information on fuel for pizza ovens and heating appliances, check out the HouseFuel range of products.