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When space is at a premium, these compact units are in a class of their own. As well as being easy to store in the most cramped apartment, their portability makes them ideal for camping or beach picnics.

A Hibachi using lump charcoal is close to unbeatable when it comes to turning out the perfect steak. The only drawback is the small size of the grill area.

However, for delicate items such as satays and seafood, this is a big plus. There's far less chance of them drying out through overcooking when there are only a few items on the grill at the one time.

Because of their low cost (around $40), I recommend any semi-serious student of the barbecue arts buy one. Even if it's just to be reminded occasionally how great food can taste when it is cooked over real charcoal with a sprinkle of hardwood chips.

My personal choice is an oval-shaped unit with a cast iron grill and base with a sliding air inlet. To my mind, this is the best combination of strength and simplicity of design.

I find the ones with the adjustable grills are fiddly to put together and become quite fragile after they have been used a few times when the tiny nuts and bolts work lose and corrosion takes its toll.

The choice of fuel is briquettes, charcoal or wood coals. If you follow my advice (see fuels section), you'll avoid the briquettes. Use lump charcoal or simply fill with glowing coals from a wood fire.

FOR: Inexpensive to purchase, portable, classic bbq flavour.

AGAINST: Some models flimsy, heat up time.

BEST AT: Steaks, chops, sausages, chicken pieces, seafood and satays.

PRICE: $20 to $80

 

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The solid cast iron oval Hibachis (above) are sturdier than the ones with the fiddly bits.
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