Which fuel should you use?
Ooni Karu has been designed
for use with solid fuels,
including real wood and
charcoal, as well as propane
gas with the use of the Gas
Burner accessory. Whichever
fuel you choose, Ooni Karu
will cook incredible dishes.
Ooni Karu preheats super
quickly and will heat most
efficiently when topped up
with fuel gradually, which
creates the best environment
to allow for proper airflow.
Top up little and often
to maintain consistent
temperatures. Solid fuels
should never overflow out of
the grate and the fuel hatch
should always be able to fit in
place and close comfortably.
Before you cook, use a hard-
wearing brush to clean any
excess ash or fuel residue
from the grate so that the
air can flow through the
perforations.
Cooking with fire is as much
an art as it is as a science –
the following table will give
you an idea of the results to
expect from each fuel:
* Please note that the above figures are estimates and are
dependent on weather and ambient temperatures.
** Gas Burner available at ooni.com. Region dependent.
Fuel
Temperature
Benefits
Charcoal &
Wood
Up to 932°F
(500°C)
Lighting a base layer of charcoal keeps a steady, even
temperature; adding wood will give a burst of heat and wood-
fired flavor, which is perfect for pizza.
See page 16 for lighting instructions.
Wood
Up to 932°F
(500°C)
Cooking with wood alone is the fuel of choice for Neapolitan
pizza purists. Wood is also ideal for any food that enjoys a fast
cooking time, such as steak, fish and vegetables.
See page 16 for lighting instructions.
Charcoal
Up to 932°F
(500°C)
Bake amazing bread, meat and more with charcoal. We love
the option for low and slow cooking with charcoal and it gives
you the option to bake thicker-crust and deeper-dish pizza.
Charcoal will give a base temperature without excess flame.
See page 18 for lighting instructions.
Gas **
From 482-932°F
(250-500°C)
For cooking with ultimate speed and reaching super high
temperatures very quickly, use the Ooni Gas Burner to create
the ideal temperature for cooking pizza and so much more.
See page 20 for lighting instructions.
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Never use water to clean
the grate.
