14 Of The Best Kamado Joe Recipes (2024)

FAQs

What is the best first cook on the Kamado Joe? ›

Although the options are limitless as to what can be made on a kamado grill, our standard answer is always “pulled pork.” Pulled pork is a great way to start because it is very forgiving if something goes wrong, plus its easy and delicious.

One 20-lb bag burns up to 18 hours, allowing you to cook longer. You can use it up to three times.

In general, we would recommend filling the Kamado to about 75-80% with charcoal for most cooking. This means filling the charcoal to slightly below the rim of your coal basket. When preparing dishes that require longer cooking times, such as low-and-slow preparations, you may need to use a larger amount of charcoal.

The innovative shape and air-circulating design of the kamado creates a moist cooking environment that will produce tender, flavorful meats.

One of the big complaints that I hear about cooking brisket in a Big Green Egg or Kamado cooker is that when you smoke a brisket, it has to be done fat cap down. The reason is that because of the way that the heat comes from directly below the meat, it tends to dry out the bottom layer and that part becomes inedible.

Top rounds, chuck roasts and even ribs are on the list. Really, any large cut of beef would do well, with or without smoke added. For these cuts, lower temperature is key.

The manufacturers of kamado grills — also known as ceramic grills — recommend against using ordinary briquets. However, Kingsford makes two varieties of briquets that are ideal for ceramic cookers: Kingsford® Professional Briquets and Kingsford® 100% Natural Hardwood Briquets.

A Kamado Joe will last a lifetime!

Every Kamado Joe comes with a lifetime warranty on the ceramic parts. Do you have a warranty claim? Then the parts to be replaced will be sent to you free of charge. As a customer you should never return parts.

Lump charcoal responds really well to oxygen, so you can easily control the heat using your air vents and chimney. Briquettes take longer to respond to airflow which leaves you with less control on a long cook and produce more ash that will restrict airflow. Lump is also the most natural fuel for your grill.

What is the best fuel for a kamado grill? ›

In the debate between lump charcoal and briquettes, we believe that lump charcoal is far superior for grilling. Some of the benefits of lump charcoal include: All-natural fuel. Burns hotter.