How To Light a Coal Pot for Cooking 🇱🇨

Welcome back to Life By Vern Before the food even touches the pot this is where it begins. Today I’m showing you how I light and prep my coal pot the traditional way, just like we do back home in the Caribbean. This prep is everything, it sets the foundation for that deep, smoky, authentic flavor you can’t get any other way. On this channel, it’s all about flavorful living made simple and budget friendly, with real, authentic techniques. Whether you’re new to coal pot cooking or just want to reconnect with that old school way of doing things, this video will walk you through it step by step. In this video: How to safely light your coal pot What materials to use How to build and control the heat Tips to get it ready for cooking This isn’t just about fire, it’s about culture, tradition, patience, and doing things the right way.

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