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# How do I  arrange my charcoals best?

There are two ways to arrange your coals. You can spread them over the entire grill area or collect them on one side. This is called direct or indirect grilling.

**What is the difference between these two grilling methods?**
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If the ember is just under the food, it is a direct grilling of the food. Direct Grilling is ideal for small, not too thick foods such as minced steaks, seafood, fish fillets and sliced vegetables.

For some thicker pieces of meat or for whole fishes, it is best to start with direct grilling and finish the preparation with indirect grilling. The latter is also very good for meaty vegetables, which require a long and gentle cooking time.