Kamado Joe KJ15042622 - Manuals

5 • WARNING! This barbecue will become very hot. Do not move it during operation. • WARNING! Do not use indoors! • WARNING! Do not use alcohol, gasoline or other similar liquids to light or relight the barbeque. • WARNING! Keep children and pets away from grill at all times. Do NOT allow children to...

9 A S S E M B LY Grill Set-Up and Assembly 1 Cut the plastic bands and open the shipping container. 2 Open the dome of the grill and remove the components from the inside of the grill. Handle the internal ceramic parts with care. 3 Once the internal components of the grill have been removed, lift th...

10 Internal Assembly Building a better grill starts with a few easy steps and the parts below. 10 A S S E M B LY 2 Place the FireBox Ring on top of the Firebox. 1 Open the dome and place the base of the FireBox in the bottom of the grill. ASSEMBLY

12 Meals began and ended around a fire. Over time, cooking progressed from a simple skewer to a spit to early ovens. These earthenware cooking vessels channeled and controlled the fire’s heat for better flavor. Slowly, the rudimentary cooking vessels evolved around the world, becoming the tandoor ov...

14 The Fundamentals of Fire Fire is the single most important ingredient in successful kamado cooking—and it’s made from just three elements: oxygen, heat and fuel. Learn how to control them, and you’ll know how to control your fire. FLAVOR COMES FROM FUEL Only use premium hardwood lump charcoal to ...

16 T H E F U N D A M E N TA L S S M O K E The Fundamentals of Smoke Smoke is the taste that can’t be mimicked or faked. It transforms even the most lowly of meats, adds complexity, makes a meal worth remembering. Because the Kamado Joe is charcoal-fueled, everything you cook in it will come away sub...

18 T H E F U N D A M E N TA L S D I S TA N C E The Fundamentals of Distance FINDING THE SWEET SPOT Perhaps your first lesson about fire, heat and distance came from the great childhood s’more. Maybe you were patient in the pursuit of the ideal golden toast and you held your marshmallow high over the...

20 T H E T E C H N I Q U E S G R I L L I N G The Technique of Grilling HOW TO GRILL Grilling is the go-to technique for quick, delicious and consistent results. Using high-quality charcoal will ensure a steady flame and unmatched flavor in everything you grill,from burgers to corn on the cob. 1. Top...

21 Barbecue Cheddar Burgers INGREDIENTS Serves 4 1 ¼ pounds (.57kg) ground chuck (80/20)1 Vidalia onion, sliced4 slices sharp cheddar cheese4 slices of tomatoLettuceBarbecue sauce, olive oil, salt and pepper to taste4 hamburger buns Sauce: ¼ cup barbecue sauce¼ cup beer Preparation: 30–60 mins. Cook...

22 T H E T E C H N I Q U E S S E A R I N G The Technique of Searing HOW TO SEAR Searing delivers the incredible color and flavor you think of when you picture a juicy steak or flame-finished scallops. Timing is key to mastering this high-heat technique. You’ll need to give the Kamado Joe enough time...

23 T H E T E C H N I Q U E S S E A R I N G SEARING Dry-Rubbed New York Strip Steaks INGREDIENTS Serves 4 4 New York strip steaks 1 to 2 inches thick 4 tablespoons melted clarified butter (or regular unsalted butter) Dry Rub: 1 tablespoon sea salt1 teaspoon cracked black pepper½ teaspoon paprika½ tea...

24 T H E T E C H N I Q U E S B A K I N G The Technique of Baking HOW TO BAKE More than a grill, the Kamado Joe can become a charcoal-fired oven. Its ceramic walls retain heat and its circular shape promotes superior air circulation, creating ideal conditions for baking. You can bake anything you’d c...

25 Pizza T H E T E C H N I Q U E S B A K I N G BAKING Preparation: 90–120 mins. Cooking: 10 mins. 1 Mix water, olive oil, sugar and yeast in the mixing bowl of a stand mixer. Let sit for 10–15 minutes until bubbling occurs. 2 Stir in flour and salt and mix with the dough hook attachment for about 5–...

26 T H E T E C H N I Q U E S R O A S T I N G The Technique of Roasting HOW TO ROAST Juicy and tender on the inside, crisp and flavorful on the outside—this is the work of roasting. This technique is delicious for larger cuts of meat, like whole chicken or pork loin, or for vegetables. The mid-range ...

27 Roast Chicken T H E T E C H N I Q U E S R O A S T I N G INGREDIENTS 1 whole chicken, 4 to 6 lbs. (1.8 to 2.7kg), rinsed, patted dry with all items removed from inside¼ cup extra virgin olive oil1 tablespoon salt1 teaspoon black pepper1 teaspoon dried thyme1 teaspoon cumin 1 Rub the entire chicken...

28 T H E T E C H N I Q U E S S M O K I N G The Technique of Smoking HOW TO SMOKE Smoking is low and slow cooking at its finest. The unique shape and design of the kamado keeps meat moist as the heat gently breaks down collagen—all the while infusing it with a deep, smoky flavor. Of course, meat isn’...

29 Smoked Pulled Pork Barbecue T H E T E C H N I Q U E S S M O K I N G INGREDIENTS 1 6–7 (2.7–3.2kg) pound bone-in Boston butt Dry Rub: ¼ cup salt¼ cup sugar1 tablespoon paprika1 tablespoon black pepper2 teaspoons onion powder1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 Preheat your Kamado Joe grill to 250°F (120°C) ...

30 Safety Information HINGE Do not attempt to disassemble the hinge from your grill without the proper hardware. Should you need to disassemble the hinge to replace the ceramic dome or base, please call Kamado Joe and they will provide the proper hardware to safely secure the hinge in the close posi...

32 W A R R A N T Y & R E G I S T R AT I O N Built to Last a Lifetime Limited Lifetime Warranty on Ceramic Parts Kamado Joe warrants that all ceramic parts used in this Kamado Joe grill are free of defects in material and workmanship for as long as the original purchaser owns the grill. 5-Year Wa...

34 Quick Start Guide STARTING IT UP1 Add charcoal to firebox and light using one or two fire starters. 2 Leave dome open for 10 minutes with the bottom vent fully open. 3 Close the dome. 4 Begin closing the top vent and bottom vent when the dome temperature is within 50°F (10°C) of your target. MAIN...

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