Grill Elevators: Everything you need to know

A grill elevator is an essential tool to get more out of your barbecue. Whether you're preparing meat, fish, or vegetables, a BBQ elevator helps you cook more efficiently and prepare multiple dishes at the same time. With a kamado grill elevator, such as the ones offered by YAKINIKU®, you can expand your grilling surface and prepare your dishes in a controlled and organized way. Think of using a BBQ grill elevator for extra cooking levels or a kamado elevator to combine different cooking techniques. Discover below how grill elevators can enhance your Kamado barbecue experience.

What is a Grill Elevator?

A grill elevator provides an extra grill level on top of your barbecue’s existing grate. This is ideal for preparing multiple dishes at the same time and applying different cooking methods. For example, you can combine direct and indirect heat. Using a grill elevator allows you to make the most of your Kamado barbecue.

Types of Grill Elevators

YAKINIKU® offers various types of grill elevators and accessories that make your Kamado barbecue more versatile:

• Extra elevated grate: This expands your grilling surface, allowing you to cook for multiple people simultaneously. It also helps keep ingredients separate, giving you better oversight while preparing different dishes.
• Pro Set: This set includes a multilevel lift, two half heat deflectors, and two half-moon grates. It lets you cook at different heights, divide the Kamado into zones, and prepare dishes exactly as you want.
• Grill Lift: This tool allows you to easily place a heat deflector, enabling indirect grilling. It prevents ingredients from being exposed directly to the heat of the coals.

Why use a Grill Elevator?

A grill elevator offers many benefits for both beginners and experienced grillers:

• Expandable grill surface: More space allows you to work more efficiently and prepare different dishes simultaneously.
• Even heat distribution: Using an elevator and heat deflector ensures better heat distribution, resulting in evenly cooked dishes.
• User-friendly: Elevators are easy to install and combine with other accessories like a pizza stone or a cast iron pan.
• Ideal for Kamados: They are specifically designed to enhance the versatility of a Kamado barbecue.

Cooking techniques with a Grill Elevator

A grill elevator allows you to apply various cooking techniques:

1. Grilling
   Use a grill elevator for direct or indirect grilling. Place the grate at a lower level for direct heat, or combine it with a heat deflector for indirect grilling. This gives you more control over how quickly dishes cook.

2. Smoking
   Smoking becomes easier with a multilevel lift and heat deflectors. The right setup creates a smoke zone in your barbecue, ideal for dishes like salmon or spareribs. Add smoking wood through the woodchipper without losing heat.

3. Baking
   With a grill elevator combined with heat deflectors and a pizza stone, you can use your Kamado barbecue as an oven. Perfect for baking bread, pizza, or desserts.

4. Steaming
   Place a steaming basket or ingredients in foil on a grill elevator to steam dishes. This works best with indirect heat, where the heat deflector ensures an even temperature.

Materials and quality

Grill elevators are made from durable materials like stainless steel and ceramic. This ensures a long lifespan and makes them resistant to high temperatures. The use of heat-resistant materials is crucial to ensure that the elevator continues to perform well, even under heavy use.

BBQ Accessories for the Grill Elevator

A grill elevator works perfectly in combination with other BBQ tools, such as:

• BBQ grates: Combine with half-moon grates for more flexibility during cooking.
• BBQ tools: Use tongs, spatulas, and thermometers for precise control while grilling.
• Heat deflectors: Create zones for direct and indirect heat.

Frequently asked questions about Grill Elevators

What is a grill elevator, and what is it used for?
A grill elevator is an extra grate placed on top of your existing grilling surface. It is used to create additional space and prepare dishes at different cooking levels.

What types of dishes can I prepare with a grill elevator?
With a grill elevator, you can prepare meat, fish, and vegetables. It also allows for baking, smoking, and steaming.

Can a grill elevator be used with other accessories?
Yes, a grill elevator is compatible with accessories such as pizza stones, cast iron pans, and heat deflectors. This makes your barbecue more versatile.

Is a grill elevator universal or specific to certain BBQs?
Some grill elevators are universal, while others are specifically designed for Kamado barbecues. Check the specifications to see which one fits your barbecue.

Why choose YAKINIKU® Grill Elevators?

YAKINIKU® offers grill elevators and accessories specifically designed for use with Kamado barbecues. With durable materials, smart designs, and versatile applications, these tools help you get more out of your barbecue. Whether you choose an extra grate, a multilevel lift, or a complete pro set, YAKINIKU® has the right options for your grilling needs.

A grill elevator is a practical addition to any Kamado barbecue. It provides more space, flexibility, and options to elevate your cooking to the next level. Combine a grill elevator with other accessories like pizza stones, heat deflectors, or cast iron pans to complete your barbecue setup. With YAKINIKU®, you’re choosing quality and functionality, so you can enjoy perfectly prepared dishes every time.