Archive for the ‘Braai Equipment’ Category

The science of grilling and art of braaiing is a staple for any family household. Firing up that grill on a Sunday afternoon will sear many a memory in the brain of any man, woman or child of lazy days and sweet marinated smells. At the heart of it is the braai – almost like an extra member of the family. Shining in the sun, it gets all the glory for a job well done. But what about the old braai/barbeque accessory?

Braai/Barbeque Equipment: What’s Out There?

It’s a common misconception that the barbequing evolution ends when you buy your gas braai. Oh, no there is so much more good stuff still to come. The gas braai is only the base – by adding the right barbeque accessory you can unlock a whole new world of barbeque potential.

It’s important to purchase a good brand name when it comes to a gas barbeque. Therefore, you know you’ll have a wide barbeque accessory range and barbeque equipment when you need it. To illustrate the point we’re going to look at the various accessories from Cadac. Having been in the gas barbeque industry for over 60 years, you can rest assured that accessories, like the Chef Range Accessories, will be of high quality and durability. Let’s take a look at what’s on offer:

1. The Rotisserie – The rotisserie is a barbeque accessory you cannot do without if you’re a lover of that fine bird, the chicken. Part of the Meridian accessories, this piece of elegant barbeque equipment is chrome plated and ideal to slow spin a plump chicken until golden perfection. It’s got a motor powered by 2 D-size batteries and encased in stainless steel for durability and easy cleaning. The rotisserie opens up a whole new world to cooking poultry.

2. Paella Pan – The Paella Pan is part of the Chef Range Accessories and will add a Spanish flavour to your outdoor cooking. Made of thick aluminium and 47cm in size this is perfect for cooking paella, breakfasts, omelettes and even pancakes. Its size makes it easy to store and take with on holidays or camping trips. Add a little spice to your experimentation with this barbeque accessory and get mouths watering.

3. Dome Lid – Nowadays you get gas barbeque equipment that completes with its charcoal cousins. The dome lid is one of the Chef Range Accessories that is compatible with a Cadac Chef Range. It’s perfect for slow grilling meat and locking in moisture. It will even give you a bit of a smoky flavour. It has an added feature as it hooks onto the side of the barbeque and acts as a windshield.

There is plenty of other barbeque equipment in Cadac’s large range (Chef Range Accessories, Meridian Accessories, Kettle accessories and many more). Local dealers will unlock a whole new world of accessories and devices to enhance your weekend barbeque experience. Next time you walk into a store remember the braai/barbeque accessory. Overlooking it might just cost you your crown and title of BBQ King!

Fire up Your Braai Experience with the Right Charcoal Kettle Accessories

If you are one of the many people who have swapped that old charcoal braai for the charcoal kettle version, then you’ll want to further enhance your cooking experience with the help of some quality accessories. The varieties are many and they have been carefully designed to enhance the cooking experience by making it both easier and less time consuming.

By purchasing a charcoal kettle braai you will have already taken your first step towards hassle-free braaing. Plus, with the latest accessories you’re going to be able to produce meals that are fit for all, from a prince to a pauper.

There are many different types of charcoal kettle accessories, some of which makes it possible to cook foods on the kettle braai that wasn’t possible only a few years ago. One such is the pizza stone, which will bring a taste ofItalyto the kettle braai experience. By placing the pizza stone over the charcoal that has achieved the perfect heat, mouth-watering pizza creations are as simple as choosing your favourite ingredients.

Other accessories for use with a charcoal kettle include the ever popular heat resistant gloves as well as various types of forks and tongs. When purchasing these it is best to select products that are manufactured from stainless steel as they will last for years given that they are correctly cared for.

A Stainless Steel Cooking Grid

A stainless steel cooking grid is perfect for getting the most out of your charcoal kettle; this accessory is usually supplied with the kettle when purchased. Over the years the heat produced during the cooking process and the rapid heating and cooling cycle will cause damage to even the most robust cooking grid, fortunately replacement grids are produced by the kettle braai manufacturers and these can usually be purchased from the same outlet where you purchased the charcoal kettle.

On order to ensure that your cooking grid gives many years of pleasure always ensure that it is properly cleaned after the cooking has been completed. A mild household detergent is perfect for this job. For more stubborn particulate matter a wire brush, such as a grill scrubber can be used to ensure that the grid is both attractive and hygienic to use.

A High Quality BBQ Grill

The charcoal kettle can be fitted with a variety of accessories including a high quality BBQ grill. These useful accessories are supplied with two halves that are held together by a hinge, allowing the grill to be opened for the insertion of food. Foods such as boerewors or fish are popular choices when using the BBQ grill. Once the grill has been secured it can be repeatedly turned to ensure the even cooking of both sides of the food, without any danger of the meat or fish being prepared falling onto the coals.

As is the case with cooking grids, stainless steel charcoal kettle accessories like the BBQ grill should be cleaned once the cooking process has been completed in order to ensure that it remains in good condition.

Taking Care Of Those Valuable Barbeque Accessories

There can be no greater frustration then packing up the car for a day out of doors and then finding that the carefully packed braai is perfectly useless due to the fact that the barbecue accessories have either disappeared from the kitchen drawer where they have spent the winter, or have rusted away during the long winter months. Even more frustrating is arriving at that perfect spot for the family braai, reaching into the accessories bag and finding that the tongs have turned to an avant-garde sculpture made from rusted metal, perfectly suited for discussion in the university art department, but unfortunately quite useless for turning a piece of expensive fillet.

Another scenario involves inviting the in laws over for that first braai of the season and having to turn the meat with a kitchen fork and watching sadly as those delicious juices that make the braai such a popular pastime in South Africa drip into the coals. These are only a few reasons to take extra special care when purchasing and maintaining barbecue accessories.

The purchase of barbecue accessories is not an exercise that should be taken lightly, sometimes it is counterproductive to just snatch the first pair of tongs you see on a supermarket shelf and fling them into the trolley. This approach can lead to tears in the long run as inferior products are a dime a dozen on our supermarket shelves. Rather take time and care when selecting your barbecue accessories. Look out for brand names that you know and trust. Examine the manner in which the various components are attached to each other, are they merely pop riveted to each other or are they solidly welded?

Once you have made your purchase then make sure that each time the barbecue accessories are used they are thoroughly cleaned, using household detergent and make sure that they are dry before storage. Rust is possibly the most destructive element when it comes to preserving your accessories. With proper care your high quality barbecue accessories should last years.

To make sure that you are getting the best quality when it comes to barbecue accessories contact us.

Using Smokers And Accessories For Regular Barbeques

There are many food types that are ideal for cooking on smokers and accessories. Although most people enjoy the convenience of being able to cook larger food items such as roast meats on smokers and accessories, this equipment is also ideal for cooking smaller food items like steak and chops. All you need to do is leave the smoker lid off during the cooking process and your smoker turns into a regular barbeque. Just remember to use less coal and let the fire burn down to a lower temperature when using your smoker as a regular barbeque.

To find out more about how you can turn your smokers and accessories into a regular barbeque to increase your outdoor cooking enjoyment, please contact us.

Items To Acquire For Your Barbeque Equipment Toolset

Of all the types of barbeque equipment that you can add to your outdoor cooking toolset, probably the most important utensil is a pair of tongs. Your pair of tongs can be used to turn and handle the food items on your grill as well as assist you in handling coals without burning yourself. The type of tongs that you choose to fulfil these different tasks is however very important. Silicone or tongs that are made from softer materials are not ideal for handling coals or to be placed directly in the flames. Rather try and opt for stainless steel tongs to meet all your outdoor cooking requirements.

For a list of other utensils that form and important part of your barbeque equipment toolset you should contact us.

Your braai equipment is much like your tool set and there are some items that are simply essential. The most obvious implement is a set of tongs that can be used to turn a range of food items on the grill minimising the risk of burning your fingers. A barbeque spatula is also important especially when you enjoy cooking delicate food items over the open flame such as hamburger patties and flaky fish. You will also need a fire poker to ensure that you can move around the coals or wood and keep you fire at the optimal temperature while you are cooking.

To find out more about the types of implements that are essential to your braai equipment, please contact us.

One of the most important braai products that you will ever purchase for your barbeque is the grill attachment. Most barbeques come with a standard grill that is already attached to the barbeque. Make sure that this standard grill can be removed and replaced with a range of other grills. You should also be able to use a griddle attachment on your barbeque. The flat griddle attachment allows you to fry a wide range of food items while a ribbed griddle is ideal for grilling meat.

For further information on the types of grills, griddles and other braai products that are essential to the perfect braai, you can simply contact us.

Start Cooking With Gas Using Braai Equipment

Consider updating your kettle braai to a gas barbeque with the simple addition of some gas braai equipment. There are two types of braai equipment you can use to make this change. The first type is complete unit that can simply be placed inside the drum of your kettle braai. The second type is a regulator and valve adaptor that can be connected to a burner that is placed inside the kettle barbeque. Both of these types of braai equipment are easy to install and use and you will be cooking with gas before you know it.

For more information on how you can convert your charcoal kettle barbeque into a gas barbeque with the use of some innovative braai equipment, please contact us.