There is nothing better than flame-grilled meat, but to achieve grilling perfection, you have to prepare accordingly, whether it's getting the correct coals, starting your fire the right way or monitoring your food properly to make sure it doesn't get burned to a crisp.

Check out our handy-dandy infographic for your ultimate guide to grilling, from first light to the amazing bite of a perfectly seared steak:

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