Can I use my Kamado for smoking?
Yes. You’ll just need to adjust the grill’s temperature to
between 150 to 250°F. To add
flavour, sprinkle in some of your favourite wood chips.
Do the interior walls of the grill need to be cleaned?
No. To maintain the Kong, simply clean the cooking grates and remove the ashes. The
exterior glazed surface can be washed with warm water and a mild detergent.
Can I bake pizza or bread in my Kamado?
Yes. You can use a ceramic baking stone to bake pizza, breads, or other baked goods in the
Kong.
Should I use a drip pan in my grill?
Yes, as this will help prevent flame-ups, particularly when roasting large pieces of meat.
Should I raise or lower the cooking rack(s)?
This isn’t necessary. I
n the Kong, the heat circulates around the food so th
ere’s never a
need to place the grill closer to the charcoal.
How do I remove the ash that’s in the bottom of the K
amado?
Open the grill’s bott
om vent and use the ash tool to rake out the remaining ashes. If
you’re using natural lump charcoal, you’ll n
eed to do this after about 8 to 10 uses (a big
build-up of ash will reduce airflow and
impact the grill’s heating properties).
Should I be concerned about tiny cracks in the Kamado?
No. These are completely normal and will not impact
the grill’s performance or durability.
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