Kamado grills are a growing segment of the outdoor cooking market because of the incredible versatility they can provide, especially for grill masters who value the flavor of real charcoal cooking. If you're looking to grill, smoke or roast delicious meats and veggies, then a kamado grill will work perfectly. Check out our blog on best kamado grills to learn more about some of our premium selections or browse our large inventory of kamado grills.
How to put a Kamado Grill in your Outdoor Kitchen
While installing a built-in kamado grill in your outdoor kitchen is a dream come true for most BBQ enthusiasts, it is not the easiest grill to build into your kitchen. When it comes to incorporating a kamado grill in your outdoor kitchen, there are some key factors to keep in mind.
Grill Height
One of the biggest challenges you will face when installing a kamado grill is its height. This comes down to the fact that a kamado grill tends to be taller than the average built-in gas grill. This is why measuring the space is important to ensuring that the whole installation process is seamless and you don't encounter any issues.
A kamado grill will need to be positioned lower in your outdoor kitchen so that the grilling grid is level with the counter and at a comfortable height for cooking. Make sure that you accurately measure the space to ensure that you have enough room for a kamado grill in your outdoor kitchen.
Air Vent Access
It's also important to remember that kamados are fueled by charcoal and feature air vents in the base that you will need access to. Some kamados even include fuel inserts, ash clean-outs, or wood chip drawers in the base of the grill. The kamado's vents must be exposed and accessible at all times in order to allow for proper airflow and temperature control while you're cooking.
With this in mind, a kamado grill cannot be built into a standard, fully enclosed cabinet that you'd expect to find in a traditional kitchen if you were using another type of grill.
Available Accessories
Using a kamado grill means becoming familiar with the various accessories that make your grilling experience that much better. Any kamado owner can attest to the number of accessories that you collect when you own this type of grill, such as heat deflectors or pizza stones. It's important to consider where you will store your various accessories to keep them safe and organized.
It is also worth noting that using a cart will house your kamado grill and fit almost anywhere in your outdoor kitchen with little effort. Also, it may be worthwhile to consider purchasing a cover for your grill to keep it safe from the outdoor elements.
And of course it's essential to have a personal stock of fuel such as charcoal, wood chips and fire starters to keep your kamado grill burning.
What makes a kamado grill special?
Besides the flexibility, they are also some of the best insulated grills on the market. Generally made of ceramic, which is excellent at heat retention, these grills provide a cooking environment that gets hot quickly, stays hot longer, uses less fuel and keeps a stable temperature regardless of the weather for consistent results. Customers who buy a kamado from Kickass Grills tell us they choose it for these three reasons:
Flavor
Like all other forms of charcoal and solid fuel cooking, kamado grills are able to provide a level of flavor that other types of grill can't quite match. As charcoal burns, it releases smoke which is absorbed by the food to take grilling from good to great. kamados take this to another level with a design that locks that smoke inside and naturally circulates it to do the most good.
Versatility
Kamados can do it all. You can achieve traditional grilling using direct heat and placing the food directly above the coals, or you can move the charcoal off to one side so the heat slowly permeates the food for juicy, tender slow cooking goodness.
Efficiency
Because they're generally built from or lined with ceramic insulation, kamado grills are some of the most efficient on the market. By preventing heat from escaping, they let you get more mileage out of your charcoal supply and make standing by the grill feel more comfortable on hot summer days.
Need help finding the right kamado grill for you?
Because kamado grills can be complicated, it may be challenging to find just the right fit for your outdoor kitchen. If you simply have a question or wish to speak with our product specialists about building a kamado grill in your kitchen, give us a call at 888-690-3773 to speak with a product specialist Monday thru Friday, 8:00AM - 5:00PM CST, or reach out via chat or email.