How the Egg works
Big Green Egg is the highest quality, most versatile and simplest-to-use outdoor cooker you’ll ever own. Let us show you how.
The Components
The Reggulator Cap is a rust-proof top vent, used to easily set and adjust your cooking temperature and extinguish the fire quickly when finished.
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Our iconic green, dimpled dome lid is handcrafted to circulate heat perfectly, so you never have to flip your food. It’s weatherproof, food-safe, and backed by a lifetime warranty for worry-free cooking in any season.
Our spring-loaded hinge makes the heavy lid effortless to lift and gentle to close. Made from a heat-resistant alloy, it prevents rust and ensures the dome always aligns.
Most grills use metal, but the Big Green Egg uses high-grade ceramics inspired by NASA. Our ceramics keep your food moist without any messy flame flare-ups, fuel to a minimum and even heat.
The Draft Door is our sliding vent at the bottom of the Egg that controls airflow. Just like a wood-burner, opening it wider makes the fire hotter. Combined with the top vent, it locks in steady temperatures for over 15 hours, while the mesh screen keeps sparks safely inside.
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Four simple steps and you are ready to cook.
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FAQs
Read AllWhat can you cook on a Big Green Egg?
Almost anything! A more appropriate question is what can't you cook on the Big Green Egg? The most common meals EGGheads start with include steak, roast, brisket, pizza, cakes, bread, curry, burgers, roast, paella, stir fry, casserole and smoked seafood.
What makes the Big Green Egg different from other grills?
Its ceramic construction retains heat and moisture better than metal grills, ensuring juicy food. It’s highly versatile, supports multiple cooking styles, and is fuel-efficient due to excellent insulation. The design is based on ancient kamado cookers, refined for modern use.
How long does it take to heat up a Big Green Egg?
It typically takes 15 minutes to reach cooking temperature. For high-heat grilling (316°C/600°F). For low-and-slow smoking it may take slightly less (107°C/225°F).
Can beginners use a Big Green Egg?
Yes, we all start as beginners and in no time become an expert. With anything new, learning can take time. In particular, temperature control can take some practice, but you'll have fun doing it.
How long does a Big Green Egg last?
With proper care, a Big Green Egg can last decades. The ceramic body is durable, and the lifetime warranty on the ceramic parts (for the original owner) covers cracks or defects, though accessories and metal parts may need occasional replacement.
What sizes does the Big Green Egg come in?
We have five different sizes: MiniMax, Medium, Large, XL, and 2XL. The Large is the most popular, suitable for most households. Explore the differences between the size by clicking here.