Thanks to the use of lump charcoal and the chimney effect inside the cooker, you can reach searing temperatures over 200°F. This makes it easy to get a restaurant-style sear on steaks or other meats using your Auplex BBQ cooker.
FAQs
How Hot Can You Sear Meats?
What Range of Temperatures Can You Use to Cook on an Auplex BBQ Cooker?
Auplex BBQ ceramic cookers support an impressive range of temperatures. You can cold smoke cheese at 50°F, roast low and slow, bake bread, or sear steaks at over 200°F. Whether you’re grilling, baking, or smoking, these cookers maintain stable heat at any level.
Can I Use Auplex BBQ Cookers in the Rain?
Yes! Rain will not damage your Auplex BBQ ceramic grill. However, in heavy rain, it’s a good idea to shield the top vent to avoid water entering. Many owners use a rain cover, chimney cap, or even a small umbrella.
Can I Use Auplex BBQ Cookers in Cold Weather?
Absolutely. Thanks to the thick ceramic construction, Auplex BBQ cookers perform excellently even in freezing temperatures. While metal grills require insulation hacks, our cookers retain heat efficiently even when it’s snowing.
Can I Leave My Auplex BBQ Cooker Outside in Winter?
Yes. Cold temperatures won’t harm your Auplex BBQ grill. Just make sure to cover it with a rain cover to protect it from moisture and dirt. No need to move it indoors.
Can I Use an Auplex BBQ Cooker on a Wooden Deck?
Yes, but use caution. Place your cooker on a fireproof base like bricks, cement slabs, or a fireproof grill mat. While our cookers include bottom vents, the area beneath can still get hot. Ensure there’s enough clearance in front of the vent to catch stray embers.
What Type of Charcoal Should I Use?
We highly recommend using lump charcoal. It contains no additives, produces minimal ash, and burns hot and clean—ideal for Auplex BBQ cookers. Avoid briquettes that generate too much ash and may block airflow in the charcoal grate.
Can I Use Briquettes in an Auplex BBQ Cooker?
Technically yes, but they’re not ideal. Briquettes create excessive ash, which can block airflow in the bottom body of your cooker. If you must use them, clean ash regularly. But for best results, stick to lump charcoal.
