How to Light Charcoal Grill Without Lighter Fluid | Kingsford™

What You'll Need

To make the process flow smoothly, be sure to gather everything on the list below before you get started.

FUELS AND TOOLS

Match Light® Charcoal Briquets
Charcoal Grill
Long-Handled Tongs or a Long-Handled Metal Spatula

Arrange the Charcoal into a Pyramid

Arrange the Charcoal into a Pyramid

It’s important not to skip this step! Pile about 4 lb. of Match Light® Charcoal Briquets into a pyramid to help increase the charcoal contact area and help the fire spread — so you’re ready to cook faster.

Light the Charcoal

Light the Charcoal

Light the edge of Match Light® Charcoal Briquets. The flame will spread to the other briquets in the pile.

Coals Are Ready When Covered with Gray Ash

Coals Are Ready When Covered with Gray Ash

After lighting, the flames will subside, and you’ll see the edges of the coals turn gray. Eventually, the ash will spread to each briquet.
When all the coals are covered with gray ash, they're ready to spread out and use. The entire process takes about 10 minutes.
Grab your tongs or use a metal spatula to spread out the coals.
Now it’s time to check the temp of your coals — ready, set, get grilling!

KINGSFORD™ CHARCOAL

Our charcoal has been proudly made in the USA since 1920. Available in a variety of flavors to give you a delicious, smoky taste for any occasion.

Kingsford™ Original Charcoal Briquets, BBQ Charcoal for Grilling

Kingsford™ Professional Charcoal Briquets, BBQ Charcoal for Grilling

Kingsford™ Mesquite Charcoal Briquets, BBQ Charcoal for Grilling

Kingsford™ Match Light™ Instant Charcoal Briquets, BBQ Charcoal for Grilling

Kingsford™ Easy Light Bag Charcoal Briquets, BBQ Charcoal for Grilling, Single Use Bag, 4 Pounds