KonroAdvice

Advice on using your Konro Grill

After much feedback from Chefs and a number of personal trial runs we have compiled a list of suggestions for best results when using your Konro grill

The Binchotan charcoal itself produces no smoke and flair up is minimal. The grills are regularly used in commercial kitchens and when placed under an extraction hood in a well ventilated area we would suggest equally suited to the home
As with any fire source we have to be careful with what we endorse and below are purely suggestions. Chefslocker accepts no responsibility for improper use. *Remember, anything when burnt (even food) will give off some degree of carbon monoxide

Important Information

Always use a natural fuel such as our Sumi Binchotan Briquettes
Only use a natural firelighter (If using)
The Binchotan alone will not smoke but please take care to use in a well ventilated area / under an extraction hood
We would strongly recommend lighting your Charcoal outside and Extinguishing the coals once you have finished your cook, returning to one of our Extinguishing Pots
Do not over fill the Grill
The outside of the Grill will only get warm to the touch and the heat resistant legs offer added protection.

If using wooden skewers, soak in water beforehand
Have the vents open at the beginning of a cook

The Diatomite material is incredibly porous and should not get wet, the grill should not be left outside and not stored where there is damp
Please take care when you have finished using your grill. In the example below the coals were still warm after an incredible 6 hrs

The Konro performs at it's very best when used with seafood, thin strips of meat, vegetables or skewers (yakitori / Kushiyaki). It is not advised to use cuts of meat with a high fat content (unless finishing a pre-cooked dish).

Of Course you can cook your steaks and Burgers on a Konro with our Binchotan but there will be significantly more smoke and 'Flair Up'

The natural Binchotan Briquettes are notoriously hard to light but once lit will last for a very long time (6-7hrs)
Below we have outlined a number of popular methods to get you up and running in no time at all...

Starter Pan

Using our Starter Pan is probably the easiest method will little fuss.
Simply place the Briquettes in the heavy based pan on a medium to high heat and turn intermittently with metal tongs until glowing
*The process can be speeded up significantly with the addition of our Looftlighter

Without the starter pan, placing the briquettes directly on your gas hob will have the same result but will take longer and inevitably make a mess.

LooftLighter

Of course you could simply choose to place a small amount of briquettes in the grill (with the vents open) and use our Looftlighter Firelighter but this will take considerably longer and a bit of patience...

Starter Chimney

The final option (which we would only recommend for outdoors) is using a starter chimney with natural firelighters.
These are readily available online and we have seen good results with Flamers firelighters (odourless wood wool)

* A kitchen blow torch is helpful in this instance

And You're Done! - The whole process should take no more than 15 - 20 mins*

BBQ Chimney Starter

£32.00

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Although you can ignite your Binchotan directly in your Konro grill, a charcoal starter chimney will speed up the process.

We've sourced a sturdy starter chimney with a good number of ventilation holes to aid air flow. A couple of our natural FLAMERS, a little natural Lumpwood Charcoal and your'e good to go within 20-30 minutes.

HIGH QUALITY MATERIAL - Our charcoal chimney starter is crafted from durable aluminised steel, designed to withstand frequent use and high temperatures. Its sturdy construction ensures reliability and long-lasting performance for countless BBQ sessions.
EASY AND SAFE HANDLING - Our BBQ charcoal starter features a robust 'Stay Cool' handle to protect your hands from burns, providing a safe and comfortable grip. Quickly move and pour hot coals safely, enhancing your grilling convenience.
RAPID IGNITION FEATURE - Our chimney starter accelerates the charcoal ignition process dramatically, allowing coals to become red-hot within minutes. Simply fill the canister with briquettes, ignite newspaper or fire starters, and enjoy a speedy setup.

Dimensions:

‎31.5 x 31 x 19.6 cm

*Please never use any lighter fluid or any chemical accelerant in your Konro grill

Flamers Natural Fire Lighters (50 Pack)

£9.99

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THE ORIGINAL 'Wood Wool' fire lighter and the No.1 choice for competitive BBQ teams. Easy to light and will stay lit for 10mins. Odourless, sustainable and environmentally friendly.

Based in rural Hereford, the family run business is recognised worldwide as a market leader. Produced from untreated and kiln dried renewable wood shavings, dipped in a refined honey wax the FLAMER is a real revelation. These guys invented the 'Wood Wool' concept so you're assured the best!

- Natural Wood shavings

- Odourless, sustainable and Eco Friendly

- 10 mins Burining time

- Economical (only 1-2 needed)

- Used by Professionals

- UK Made

Kindle Flamers Natural Fire Lighters (3 Pack)

£3.50 £2.50

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Being approx. 17cm long, the Flamer works brilliantly for lighting any log fire as it removes the need for any kindling and you just need the one Flamer, along with smaller logs, to light the perfect fire.

For charcoal barbecues it also brings big benefits over the standard Flamer in that instead of 2-3 Flamers to light the charcoal, you only need just one Flamer and this quickly ignites a much larger area of charcoal. They are also very effective for lighting charcoal in a BBQ chimney starter. No need for newspaper, lighter fluid or paraffin firelighters.

Ultimate Fire Lighting Solution: Flamers are all-in-one firelighters that eliminate the need for kindling.
Effortless Fire Starting: These long-lasting (17cm) firelighters ignite quickly, even when wet, ensuring reliable fire starting when using Ready to Burn wood.
Natural & Eco-Friendly: Flamers are a clean and sustainable alternative to chemical firelighters. They are made from untreated wood shavings dipped in refined paraffin wax
Clean Burning & Odourless: Flamers offer a clean burn with minimal smoke and no unpleasant odours.
Perfect for All Fire Types: Flamers are a versatile solution for lighting logs, charcoal barbecues, pizza ovens, and campfires.
No kindling: Flamers' extra-long design and reliable burn eliminate the need for kindling.
Made in Britain: Support British

And remember your Sumi Binchotan Briquettes can be used a number of times. Simply remove the briquettes after your cook with metal tongs and place into one of our extinguishing pots for next time.
* Caution * Just because the coals look like they are cool to touch, they likely aren't. If not using an extinguishing pot we would recommend leaving them outside over night before you attempt to move them

We do not recommend using a Lumpwood Charcoal in our grills. In our experience the heat is too 'Fierce', the cook too smoky and not what the grill was intended for... Using a Lumpwood Charcoal on a regular basis may effect the longevity of your grill