Same vibe, different process. Dump the cold ash into a metal container (not your trash can while it’s hot!). Ash is sneaky and can start fires.
Scrub the grate with a brush, then wipe the charcoal grate too. The inside walls? Just a quick wipe. Charcoal grills are more forgiving because they run hotter and burn off gunk naturally.
But don’t be lazy. A dirty charcoal grill can make your food taste like an ashtray. And that’s not the smoky flavor you’re going for.
