Charbroiled: meaning, definitions and examples

Best for describing food cooked on a grill under high heat to give it a slightly smoky flavor and charred marks. Commonly used in restaurants and cooking shows.

• The steak was charbroiled to perfection, with a smoky flavor and beautiful grill marks

Versatile word that can refer to food cooked on a grill, either outdoors or on an indoor appliance. Suitable for a variety of cooking methods and commonly used in both casual and formal food contexts.

• We grilled some vegetables for a healthy side dish to go with our dinner

Ideal for referring to food cooked slowly over indirect heat, often in a covered grill or smoker, and frequently accompanied by barbecue sauce. Often associated with outdoor gatherings and social events.

• The ribs were barbecued for several hours, resulting in tender meat that fell off the bone

Appropriate for food cooked directly under high heat, usually in an oven. The term is commonly used in both home cooking and professional kitchens.

• She broiled the fish for a few minutes to give it a nice crust without drying it out