HARDWOOD CHARCOAL For grilling enthusiasts, this is a product of great value. Hardwood charcoal is said to be the building block for anything to do with grilling. In the past, people used to rely on charcoal briquettes for their grilling needs. However, hardwood or lump charcoal, as it is known in some regions of the world, has proved to be the preferred choice for many expert grillers. Using hardwood charcoal requires a little more experience because the heat produced is variable. How to make Hardwood Charcoal Our hardwood charcoal is made from only natural hardwood, for example, oak, hickory, cherry, mesquite or even maple. It can also be made from hardwood scrap from saw mills and from building manufacturing materials and from furniture. All these scraps are then carbonized, that is, the pieces of hardwood are burned in a low oxygen environment which is a process that takes at least a week. In industrial processing, the scraps are put in large concrete or steel silos which have a very little oxygen concentration. The process is stopped before the burning wood turns to ash which then leaves black lumps which are irregular in size. This process of making charcoal has ancient origins which date back to over thirty thousand years ago. Today, charcoal making is still practised in most third-world countries. You can make your own batch of hardwood charcoal in your own backyard. Also, lump charcoal is sold in most hardware stores at an affordable price. How to light Hardwood or Lump Charcoal Lighting hardwood charcoal and maintaining the consistency of heat is the toughest task while grilling. There are two recommended methods for lighting up hardwood charcoal at the comfort of your home. They include; Pyramid method Natural method Hardwood charcoal is also used in water filtration due to its high absorption properties and it is also used in the extraction of metals. Hardwood charcoal adds a smoky or woody flavor to whatever is being grilled which is pleasant. Any hardwood charcoal that does not completely burn during grilling can be used on another occasion. All in all, hardwood charcoal can be used in all types of outdoor cooking appliances such as barrel grills and smoker or even ceramic cookers and is great for use in any occasion. This is the perfect choice for you. FAQs Can you use this with other grills? Yes, any grill that requires lump charcoal. How strong is the smoke? Have had problems with big green egg coal with excessive smoke. Answer: That's why I stopped using the BGE coal. Smoke is much less. You get a little flavor but not as bad. Which is good for me because I use assorted flavor chips when I want that extra kick.
Enrich and revitalize your skin with our African Black soap. It is a cleanser which helps exfoliate and also, gives your skin a healthier and richer glow. What makes this soap to have such magical results? The ingredients used to make the African Black soap are all-natural so rest assured that no additives are needed. It has also been used for a very long time to help in healing most skin-related diseases. As the name suggests, the African Black soap, as it is called in most European and American countries, originates from West Africa, particularly Ghana, where the women in that society made and used this soap to cleanse their skin and hair. Locally, the soap is known as alata simena, anago soap, ose dudu and sabulun salo. The secret recipe to make the African Black soap was passed down from generation to generation as it was considered sacred. However, there are several formulations on how to make it. Some have even been improvised and more ingredients have been added. Ingredients used to make the soap and their benefits Coconut oil â?? this product helps in cleaning, nourishing and moisturizing your skin and also helps activate collagen production which is vital for your skin. Plantain peels â?? cooking bananas are rich in vitamin C or ascorbic acid, thiamine, folic acid, antioxidants and proteins which help nourish your skin. Cocoa pods â?? these are the coverings of the cocoa bean which are a good source of antioxidants and have been proven to have anti-inflammatory properties. Shea butter â?? it is rich in fatty acids which help to give a silky smooth skin. It also facilitates the repair of damaged skin and activates generation of collagen. Palm oil â?? it is produced in the fruit of the palm tree. While in its unrefined state, it is rich in vitamin E, antioxidants and fatty acids. Palm kernel oil â?? unlike the one above, it is derived from the seed of the palm tree. It is a great source of fatty acids. How is African Black soap made? First, plant matter is gathered, then it is sun-dried and then it is roasted at a consistent temperature until it becomes ash. This is how it gets its deep and dark color. This ash is then added to water and a mixture of palm oil, coconut oil, Shea butter and any other fats needed. This mixture is then heated and stirred by hand for at least a day. When it begins to solidify, it is removed and left to â??cureâ?? for about a fortnight. The soaps made traditionally are generally purer as compared to those sold in American or European countries as they may have additional ingredients. How to use African Black Soap The soap has a sort of rough texture accompanied by an earthy scent which is pleasant. Being unprocessed, you will have to cut the soap into smaller pieces according to your own liking. As it is raw, it may contain pieces of vegetation which can easily be pulled out to avoid being cut while using it. To use it properly, create lather on your hands before rubbing it on your skin.
