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My first ceramic grill—need help please
Posted on 5/19/18 at 6:20 pm
Posted on 5/19/18 at 6:20 pm
I received this as a birthday present and don’t have the first clue how to use it. Like, I know nothing. Is there a certain type of charcoal I should buy for it? Any help, tips, or tricks would be awesome and greatly appreciated! Anxious to try it out.
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Posted on 5/19/18 at 6:27 pm to CorkSoaker
Use lump charcoal. Do not use lighter fluid.
Posted on 5/19/18 at 6:33 pm to Politiceaux
My brother (who probably doesn’t know what he’s talking about) said to buy the kind that looks like bark. Is that true? And can I find that anywhere they sell regular charcoal?
I was at rouses earlier and all I saw was charcoal “beignets” I think it said on all bags. It looked like little squares.
I was at rouses earlier and all I saw was charcoal “beignets” I think it said on all bags. It looked like little squares.
Posted on 5/19/18 at 6:37 pm to CorkSoaker
Get whole lump charcoal
B&B Hickory is pretty safe bet
B&B Hickory is pretty safe bet
Posted on 5/19/18 at 6:41 pm to CorkSoaker
quote:
My brother (who probably doesn’t know what he’s talking about) said to buy the kind that looks like bark. Is that true?
quote:Pretty much. If you have a Home Depot near you, I think the Royal Oak is pretty good. They usually have it for a good price.
And can I find that anywhere they sell regular charcoal?
quote:Briquettes? Sometimes, grocery stores don't have lump charcoal. Pretty much any hardware store & places like Academy will, though.
I was at rouses earlier and all I saw was charcoal “beignets” I think it said on all bags. It looked like little squares.
This post was edited on 5/19/18 at 6:43 pm
Posted on 5/19/18 at 6:42 pm to CorkSoaker
Home Depot sells Royal Oak lump for about $9 for a 15lb bag.
ETA that sumbitch will get hot as fire so move it at least 5ft from the house before using.
ETA that sumbitch will get hot as fire so move it at least 5ft from the house before using.
This post was edited on 5/19/18 at 6:44 pm
Posted on 5/19/18 at 6:51 pm to Politiceaux
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Briquettes?
Yes. That was it. I’m losing my mind. Must have been hungry when I was there.
This post was edited on 5/19/18 at 6:52 pm
Posted on 5/19/18 at 6:52 pm to golfntiger32
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ETA that sumbitch will get hot as fire so move it at least 5ft from the house before using.
Thanks for the tip. I’m terrified of a house fire.
Posted on 5/19/18 at 7:08 pm to CorkSoaker
Congrats on the grill upgrade!
Posted on 5/19/18 at 7:30 pm to CorkSoaker
I used to have one of these and loved it. Wish I still had one. Great smoker/grill combo.
First, its not ceramic. Its a steel shell wrapped in insulation. But it works like a green egg/kamado joe, etc.
Like others have said, use lump charcoal, the briquettes. Royal Oak is great and easy to find.
Also, you'll need to adjust the airflow using the dampers on the top and bottom of the grill depending on what you are cooking. With both wide open, your grill will get seriously hot, and the charcoal will burn faster. Use this setting for things like searing steaks.
If you want to smoke things, leave the dampers almost closed to keep it low and make the fuel last longer.
The only thing I hate about this grill is its a pain to add more fuel mid cook.
and happy grilling!
First, its not ceramic. Its a steel shell wrapped in insulation. But it works like a green egg/kamado joe, etc.
Like others have said, use lump charcoal, the briquettes. Royal Oak is great and easy to find.
Also, you'll need to adjust the airflow using the dampers on the top and bottom of the grill depending on what you are cooking. With both wide open, your grill will get seriously hot, and the charcoal will burn faster. Use this setting for things like searing steaks.
If you want to smoke things, leave the dampers almost closed to keep it low and make the fuel last longer.
The only thing I hate about this grill is its a pain to add more fuel mid cook.
and happy grilling!
Posted on 5/20/18 at 6:39 am to CorkSoaker
That's not ceramic is it?
Posted on 5/20/18 at 7:06 am to LSUlefty
By ceramic she meant egg shaped.
Posted on 5/20/18 at 7:20 am to horsesandbulls
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use lump charcoal, the briquettes
This confused me.
Posted on 5/20/18 at 8:54 am to Janky
They make a ceramic now. Have not seen one though.
Cork, get some wax cubes to start the charcoal. All you have to do is make a hole, throw the cube in, light it and the cover the fire and you are done.
Cork, get some wax cubes to start the charcoal. All you have to do is make a hole, throw the cube in, light it and the cover the fire and you are done.
Posted on 5/20/18 at 8:58 am to Politiceaux
quote:
Use lump charcoal. Do not use lighter fluid.
She can use lighter fluid in that one.
Posted on 5/20/18 at 9:10 am to CorkSoaker
Always fill the firebox up with charcoal. It's better to have too much than not enough later for your cooks. Low an slow, light in the middle once. High heat, light in multiple locations. Once the fire goes out and you see glowing coals with a little smoke close the lid. I always keep the bottom damper an inch open and only use the top damper to regulate temperature.
Posted on 5/20/18 at 9:11 am to CorkSoaker
Ya gonna make some killer hot dogs on that thing.
Posted on 5/20/18 at 9:19 am to CorkSoaker
Do u have the heat diffuser plate for Indirect/smoking? Not sure if they come standard with the grills.
Posted on 5/20/18 at 10:44 am to CorkSoaker
Should have upgraded and got the egg
Posted on 5/20/18 at 1:46 pm to CorkSoaker
Get a small flame torch to lite your coals. So easy and no mess.
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