Wish I'd seen this video first, before I sat through ones that were not nearly as clear, thorough, and straightforward as this excellent intro to the egg. Got this one bookmarked to use as my go-to guide from now on. No loud music, no goofy camera tricks, no infomercial BS- just solid instruction, presented clearly and pleasantly. I look forward to other videos on this channel. Thanks!
For ease of cleaning, I purchased the BGE charcoal basket. Makes cleanup a breeze. The day after a cook, I take the basket over Tom a lined trash can, give it a good shake, and all the fine particles fall into the trash. Remaining lump is ready to be used in next cook. Minimal ash gets to the bottom.
These are all good tips. I bought a cast iron plate setter after the first one fell over and broke. Look at Kick Ash basket and ash pan to really make cleaning out the egg a breeze. I put my smoking wood in first and then add charcoal to allow the top to light and burn the smoking underneath.
Your channel deserves so much more attention. And thank you for this! My parents got a Big Green Egg, but they haven't cared much to learn about it. They've only used it a couple of times because they're too intimidated. Hopefully I can learn and pass some tips on to them.
This is so incredibly helpful! Thank you- I just got a BGE but I’m front loading on research on best practices for use and this is exactly what i needed!
I've been cooking on the Large Big Green EGG for many years . Infact they've made improvements on the hinge and handle in the last few years . The older version was a handle about 5"s wide with an inherent design problem. They didn't have the tabs to hold the lid to the steel framed hinge and without warning the lid would slip out when opening and hit the frigging driveway! If you have an older large BGE order the new handle, hinge assembly . I busted 2 lids ,they must've had problems because they fixed it ! This is the best smoker, bbq cooker on the market . Pellet grills won't give you a smoke ring and flavor the meat. There's no place to put chunks of pecan,oak or hickory in a pellet . 1/2 the thrill of que-in is tending to the grill, if you like the idea of dumping pellets in the hopper and walking away God bless !
I've had my egg for years. Use it a lot. The tip you gave about placing the top regulator in the egg while it cools is great. Not only does it does it clean off the regulator but it provides storage for the top regulator. My wife let me buy the egg for my 60th birthday sixteen years ago, and it's had a lot of use.
Thank you! Stay safe out there! Also- see the video on wood pellets. It will change your life...Also try caveman steaks. Another life changing moment...Pete
A small garden spade beats ash tool all day. Also can be used to clean out fine ashes from bottom (remove grate). Also is a great aid to organize charcoal in pit.
Tip: the ash shovel is designed to go into the door, allow the lip to catch inside the egg. This way, no ash falls in your patio. Did my first cook yesterday using the Flame Boss 500, what a difference!! It holds temperature exactly to set point. No more guessing, and allows you the freedom to do other things.
Well I haven't gotten a Green Egg as of yet. Just watched this to see what it's all about. I've been cooking with a gas grill for years and mine is worn out, time for something new. I'll sub to you to learn more about it. Thanks, Chris
I am old school, if your familiar with a Weber charcoal grill the BG Egg is very similar to use but can do so much more. Once you have learned to bake pizza on one, try bread or brownies next!
This video is very helpful. Last night was my 4th time to use my green egg. All 4 times I struggled with getting the temperature to the degree that I needed. I noticed last night that the felt ring around the inside of the egg was coming loose. Is that a problem or is it made to come off?
This was great! I just bought a large Egg. This video wass perfect. I noticed you never mentioned burping, though. The store manager told me about burping a hot Egg.
I am learning to use my Large egg. Grilled some burgers last night that were great...at 375 for 8 minutes per side....when I took the meat off of the grate, I just lowered the lid and kept the vents the same. About 30 minutes later, I decided to grill a couple more but was surprised to see the temp had shot up to 500. How did that happen?
It is called Overshot (over overshooting). If you lit the whole basket of lump, it is like a train that takes a bit to get going, and takes a while to come back down. For 375 you should be around 1/2 on the bottom and 1/2 on the top.
The meat on the grill slowed the draft of air from bottom to top . If there was no food on the grill, it's like an opened chimney and air goes through fast, hence encouraging charcoal to get hotter .
Nicely done. Haven't made the Egg-vestment yet, but will soon be. Can't wait to start trying out some brisket or shoulder butt. This meets all my needs in a grill/smoker!!
my dad passed away last year, he gave me his egg on a really nice rolling cart he built for it... he mentioned when he was telling me how to use it that inside it you need to 'seal' the top and bottom with some sort of sand! i was never clear on that point and cannot find any videos on this! i was hoping this video would cover this point! can you please share any info you know about this tip with sand? i'm really wanting to use the thing, and i'm hesitant because i haven't done this yet
@@BackdraftBBQ i misspoke earlier. i don't have an egg, what he left me is a vintage japanese kamado. it's from the 40's or 50's... in my searching for answers to my question i managed to find more info on it (plus my mom corrected me about its age) it's an older style they don't make them the same way now. the firebox is a slightly different design, it has an upper ring that sits on the lower part you build the fire in. the two parts are apparently supposed to have a layer of sand or dirt between, i gather it's not for sealingor insulation, it's to 'cushion' the two parts to keep any vibrations from crackiing them when they're hot... i've heard conflicting stories about the necessity of doing this, but i saw nothing about what KIND of sand/dirt so i didn't do it... i cooked on it for the first time and everything went great. if i find out exactly what do do i WILL add the dirt, but not till i know what kind/how much.
I was gifted the small Green Egg. It is older model and filthy inside. How do I clean it ? Layers of bbq's! Do I just pull the remains out when I use it. There is nothing on the bottom to drop it into. I didn't see any rocks 😂😂
Wife got me a large bge for Christmas and honestly it just seems like such a pain in the ass to use. It's sitting in my garage in the box... my WSM and Traeger are far easier it seems, so I don't know what to do. I'll probably end up selling it.
Great video, very concise and thorough. But you still haven't sold me on the BGE. I'm a Weber kettle kinda guy,and I think it can do everything your egg can do, and more with features that blow your egg away. Sorry! Was just curious to see what all the fuss was about.
Weber isn't even close. First they are extremely drafty . I can do brisket, or 12 lb turkey or shredded pork on one load of charcoal. Once you get the chimney and draft set, it will stay at 250 to 275 for hours .Never happen on a weber,steels too thin . Plus meat tastes really flavorful on the Egg. I can't explain it , maybe because the walls are so thick I've got 2 webers but I can tell you, even burgers are distinctly more moist and taste better on the Egg .
I respect your comment. I too had and have webber kettles. I think they serve a purpose, they are easy to transport, great for tailgating. But if you cook a lot, the egg has a few beni's. The egg can be snuffed out and you can relight the unused charcoal. They don't use much charcoal either. They can cook in the dead of winter (like -20f) and still maintain a temp, very easily. And low and slow...you can set it and let it go. No reloading. Anyways, still respect you, it is good to have both sides. Keep safe!
@@BackdraftBBQ I enjoyed the video very much thanks, but it did convince me that my Weber Summit Charcoal (not a standard kettle) was the correct choice. As a large double-walled kettle, it does everything you mentioned the BGE does, without potential cracking, a lot less of the fiddley adjustments you discussed, and far lighter and more maneuverable. I’ve cooked on both and struggle to come up with a single advantage that could tip the scale the BGE’s way. That said, you did an excellent job covering the basics, and I think that anyone that uses the BGE or the WSC, has the necessary tools to cook some incredible food. PS - thanks for the Super Stick recommendation. I’m ordering one now.
I've tried several brands of So Called lumb charcoals on my regular grill ... They all Claim to be real lump hardwoods.... Every brand I've tried has nails, metal pallet straps and actually looks like burnt pallets.... And y'all be worried about chemicals in the charcoal brickets ... I would worry about what nasty grease, oils, pesticides and other chemicals in the so called lump charcoal....
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I’m a new Egger and appreciate this video. Thanks for posting this one.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Just realized this dude did a 15 min video, with snow on the ground, in a short-sleeve shirt. Thanks for the upload, sir.
Wish I'd seen this video first, before I sat through ones that were not nearly as clear, thorough, and straightforward as this excellent intro to the egg. Got this one bookmarked to use as my go-to guide from now on. No loud music, no goofy camera tricks, no infomercial BS- just solid instruction, presented clearly and pleasantly. I look forward to other videos on this channel. Thanks!
Thank you sir
Using your ash as fertilizer is my veteran take away! Thanks!
Thank you sir!!
Fellow firefighter here. Great video, thank you. Very informative.
Glad you enjoyed it. Stay safe brother
For ease of cleaning, I purchased the BGE charcoal basket. Makes cleanup a breeze. The day after a cook, I take the basket over Tom a lined trash can, give it a good shake, and all the fine particles fall into the trash. Remaining lump is ready to be used in next cook. Minimal ash gets to the bottom.
Just got an egg a month ago. Used it 3 times so far, and you gave me SO many good tips I was unsure of. Thank you! 🎉 Happy cooking!
Just bought my egg. Thanks for the tips !
These are all good tips. I bought a cast iron plate setter after the first one fell over and broke. Look at Kick Ash basket and ash pan to really make cleaning out the egg a breeze. I put my smoking wood in first and then add charcoal to allow the top to light and burn the smoking underneath.
I like that pointer re sneaking in the wood after the Egg is hot!
Considering buying an egg and your video was very helpful and informative.
Very informative and helpful video! Thank you
Excellent video for first timers. 👍
Thank you!!
Your channel deserves so much more attention. And thank you for this! My parents got a Big Green Egg, but they haven't cared much to learn about it. They've only used it a couple of times because they're too intimidated. Hopefully I can learn and pass some tips on to them.
@Emma Thank you for your support! I’m glad you liked my video! 🔥🥩🪓🚒
Best intro to the egg, straight forward and funny…kinda ;-) thanks
Thank you so much, we try!!
This is so incredibly helpful! Thank you- I just got a BGE but I’m front loading on research on best practices for use and this is exactly what i needed!
The self cleaning deal with the cap is genius! I’ve had a egg for 10 years and this never dawned on me. Thank you!
I've been cooking on the Large Big Green EGG for many years . Infact they've made improvements on the hinge and handle in the last few years . The older version was a handle about 5"s wide with an inherent design problem. They didn't have the tabs to hold the lid to the steel framed hinge and without warning the lid would slip out when opening and hit the frigging driveway! If you have an older large BGE order the new handle, hinge assembly . I busted 2 lids ,they must've had problems because they fixed it ! This is the best smoker, bbq cooker on the market . Pellet grills won't give you a smoke ring and flavor the meat. There's no place to put chunks of pecan,oak or hickory in a pellet . 1/2 the thrill of que-in is tending to the grill, if you like the idea of dumping pellets in the hopper and walking away God bless !
Your points are vey good, thank you for the comment! It is a very good idea to buy the new hinge.
I have both and agree, but the pellet keeps me grilling when I feel lazy.
Thank you. Have my egg for 20 years. Learn something new every day.
So nice of you
Great tips, just got my egg and found all of this very useful!
Great to hear!
I've had my egg for years. Use it a lot. The tip you gave about placing the top regulator in the egg while it cools is great. Not only does it does it clean off the regulator but it provides storage for the top regulator. My wife let me buy the egg for my 60th birthday sixteen years ago, and it's had a lot of use.
Very well done, easy to understand the way you explained it. Kudos.
Glad it was helpful!
Thanks, so much for your fast easy way to start my XLg. Egg that I’ve had for over a year! Thanks Again!😁
Happy to help!
Good overview of these small little tipps and tricks working with a BGE.
Enjoyed your video.
Thanks!
Great video. Watched it from New Zealand
Subbed! I just bought a house with an egg and I’m really pumped there’s channels like yours to help me learn how to properly use them.
Thank you! Stay safe out there! Also- see the video on wood pellets. It will change your life...Also try caveman steaks. Another life changing moment...Pete
I am new to this, so I am glad I found this video
Thanks!!
Just bought my first big green egg! Thnx for this video
Hope you enjoy it!
Excellent information, wish I would've watched this when I bought it initially.
Thanks for sharing this with us. I almost broke down with the "FLUFF AND PUFF"
Hello! New here and here to stay. I’m getting ready to get one of these cookers and appreciate the info you’ve put in this video! 👍🏼👍🏼
Just assembled my XL and your tutelage was very welcome! First fire about to start!
Any buyers remorse? I'm waiting for my propane bbq to finish rusting away.
Hope you enjoy it! It is the best size!
Best video on the basic operation of the egg. Would have saved me some lost steaks!! Should be on the BGE web site.
Thank you very much! We try😊
Like the buzzer to let us know what not to do, good technique.
Those sound effects had me rolling!!
“Give us some”
Me too! LOL!
A small garden spade beats ash tool all day. Also can be used to clean out fine ashes from bottom (remove grate). Also is a great aid to organize charcoal in pit.
Great video. Can you grill direct and indirect at the same time on a bge medium? Or do you need a large for this?
That was great! We have been considering buying a BGE, and I think we’re ready now!
You should!
Thanks for this video. I just received a large BGE as a gift and have not had much success thus far with same. This is a good informational vid!
Glad it helped!
Rock solid video. Great work.
Much appreciated!
Thank you for your video,new egg owner and looking to learn learn learn,thanks
Our pleasure!
Tip: the ash shovel is designed to go into the door, allow the lip to catch inside the egg. This way, no ash falls in your patio.
Did my first cook yesterday using the Flame Boss 500, what a difference!! It holds temperature exactly to set point. No more guessing, and allows you the freedom to do other things.
I’m currently researching grill/smokers so I found this video really helpful 👍🏻
Think I’m going to get myself a big green egg.
Glad it was helpful! Do it- you will not be disappointed. And buy new, from a dealer. Lifetime warranty!
@@BackdraftBBQ That may have just sold me on it! :-)
Well I haven't gotten a Green Egg as of yet. Just watched this to see what it's all about. I've been cooking with a gas grill for years and mine is worn out, time for something new. I'll sub to you to learn more about it. Thanks, Chris
Awesome video! This is great info for any BGE owner. SUBBED!
Thanks for the sub, bub!
Thanks for this I just bought one today
Hope you enjoy it!
Great video! Thanks for the tips!
Thank you Bro!
I just bought mine and I think this will help. No weed touch but I will work out something.
Use a small propane torch as well, works MINT
That was a great video. I've tried to find something just like this for a long time and have not been successful.
Glad you liked it!
Great intro video! Thank you
Glad you liked it!
You can get charcoal briquettes with no binders if you look online. In the UK I would use the brand Big K.
When a video starts with a “gosh darn it” I’m watching it!
Yessir!!
I am old school, if your familiar with a Weber charcoal grill the BG Egg is very similar to use but can do so much more. Once you have learned to bake pizza on one, try bread or brownies next!
I love brownies on the egg. Smoky and delish! Rock on!
Thank you for this video. It’s great. I just got my Green Egg recently and this really helped me through the initial usage. Much appreciated!
Glad it was helpful!
This video is very helpful. Last night was my 4th time to use my green egg. All 4 times I struggled with getting the temperature to the degree that I needed. I noticed last night that the felt ring around the inside of the egg was coming loose. Is that a problem or is it made to come off?
You have made me a believer. By by weber charcoal grill.
Cmon in, the kool aid is tasty!
Great video! Thanks
Good information
Im going to buy a mini, would cinder blocks be fine to set it on if using any kind of table?
Yes, a small airspace between the egg will help with cooling. I sometimes even use a plastic table with a paver
This was great! I just bought a large Egg. This video wass perfect. I noticed you never mentioned burping, though. The store manager told me about burping a hot Egg.
Fantastic!
buying one soon
Great information! Thank you.
Our pleasure!
Thank you, just got the egg today
Great 👍 Welcome to the club!
How hot does the outside of the smallest green egg get? Curious about where you set it when you're cooking...
120ish? Depends on how hard you run it
I’m thinking I want to learn to cook on a grill thanks for the tips think I’ll try the big green egg
Do it!!
Great video. Very informative.
Glad it was helpful!
good video man i have a kj but excellent info
Glad it helped, KJ is a brother for a different mother!
Thank you as always. Good job
Pulled the teenager off the sound effects! Life is good!
I really enjoyed this video. The only thing I found out when clearing the egg using heat as it destroyed the seal. Cheers
If you upgrade the seal to an aftermarket nomex one, they last a lot longer
Your BGE ash pan actually hooks onto the lower screen track so there’s no gap. Just FYI.
I did not know this. Thank you!!!!!
Your torch is way overkill to light an egg. I use a paper towel or to with vegetable oil drizzled on it under a few pieces of charcoal
You can do that too!
But what about a chimney 🤷🏾♂️
I am learning to use my Large egg. Grilled some burgers last night that were great...at 375 for 8 minutes per side....when I took the meat off of the grate, I just lowered the lid and kept the vents the same. About 30 minutes later, I decided to grill a couple more but was surprised to see the temp had shot up to 500. How did that happen?
It is called Overshot (over overshooting). If you lit the whole basket of lump, it is like a train that takes a bit to get going, and takes a while to come back down. For 375 you should be around 1/2 on the bottom and 1/2 on the top.
The meat on the grill slowed the draft of air from bottom to top . If there was no food on the grill, it's like an opened chimney and air goes through fast, hence encouraging charcoal to get hotter .
Nicely done. Haven't made the Egg-vestment yet, but will soon be. Can't wait to start trying out some brisket or shoulder butt. This meets all my needs in a grill/smoker!!
The ash pan fits on the lip of the clean out window that why it has a lip too
Man it took a year to get my GREEN EGG, how many does this dude have.? As Rod Stewart says, "SOME GUYS HAVE ALL THE LUCK"
JIM
Thanks
Welcome
Anything to mitigate the backdraft? Or just wear gloves? I noticed when letting the egg heat to 4-500 degrees then opening; it’s super dangerous
"Burp" the egg, just slowly open the lid about 1-2" and let the draft kick in.
Great job and thank you
Thank You Sir 👍
Welcome 👍
my dad passed away last year, he gave me his egg on a really nice rolling cart he built for it... he mentioned when he was telling me how to use it that inside it you need to 'seal' the top and bottom with some sort of sand! i was never clear on that point and cannot find any videos on this! i was hoping this video would cover this point! can you please share any info you know about this tip with sand? i'm really wanting to use the thing, and i'm hesitant because i haven't done this yet
no, not needed. Never even heard of that. Load it with charcoal and go!
@@BackdraftBBQ i misspoke earlier. i don't have an egg, what he left me is a vintage japanese kamado. it's from the 40's or 50's... in my searching for answers to my question i managed to find more info on it (plus my mom corrected me about its age) it's an older style they don't make them the same way now. the firebox is a slightly different design, it has an upper ring that sits on the lower part you build the fire in. the two parts are apparently supposed to have a layer of sand or dirt between, i gather it's not for sealingor insulation, it's to 'cushion' the two parts to keep any vibrations from crackiing them when they're hot... i've heard conflicting stories about the necessity of doing this, but i saw nothing about what KIND of sand/dirt so i didn't do it... i cooked on it for the first time and everything went great. if i find out exactly what do do i WILL add the dirt, but not till i know what kind/how much.
I was gifted the small Green Egg. It is older model and filthy inside. How do I clean it ? Layers of bbq's! Do I just pull the remains out when I use it. There is nothing on the bottom to drop it into. I didn't see any rocks 😂😂
Wife got me a large bge for Christmas and honestly it just seems like such a pain in the ass to use. It's sitting in my garage in the box... my WSM and Traeger are far easier it seems, so I don't know what to do. I'll probably end up selling it.
Once you get the hang of it you’ll change your mind. I use a mall bass torch to ignite and a blower to expedite the flame.
Great video, very concise and thorough. But you still haven't sold me on the BGE. I'm a Weber kettle kinda guy,and I think it can do everything your egg can do, and more with features that blow your egg away. Sorry! Was just curious to see what all the fuss was about.
Weber isn't even close. First they are extremely drafty . I can do brisket, or 12 lb turkey or shredded pork on one load of charcoal. Once you get the chimney and draft set, it will stay at 250 to 275 for hours .Never happen on a weber,steels too thin . Plus meat tastes really flavorful on the Egg. I can't explain it , maybe because the walls are so thick I've got 2 webers but I can tell you, even burgers are distinctly more moist and taste better on the Egg .
I respect your comment. I too had and have webber kettles. I think they serve a purpose, they are easy to transport, great for tailgating. But if you cook a lot, the egg has a few beni's. The egg can be snuffed out and you can relight the unused charcoal. They don't use much charcoal either. They can cook in the dead of winter (like -20f) and still maintain a temp, very easily. And low and slow...you can set it and let it go. No reloading. Anyways, still respect you, it is good to have both sides. Keep safe!
@@BackdraftBBQ I enjoyed the video very much thanks, but it did convince me that my Weber Summit Charcoal (not a standard kettle) was the correct choice. As a large double-walled kettle, it does everything you mentioned the BGE does, without potential cracking, a lot less of the fiddley adjustments you discussed, and far lighter and more maneuverable. I’ve cooked on both and struggle to come up with a single advantage that could tip the scale the BGE’s way. That said, you did an excellent job covering the basics, and I think that anyone that uses the BGE or the WSC, has the necessary tools to cook some incredible food.
PS - thanks for the Super Stick recommendation. I’m ordering one now.
Lots of briquettes are NOT made with chemical binders.
“ like a glove this is lit and ready to go” ?
Yessir 🚒
Big green egg recipes
Why did the ideer cross the road?
Nice
Lmaoo no way bro said pizza time
They make all natural briquettes..
👍👍
You forgot to say 3:00 a clock
Is it just me or is using a BGE a LOT of hassle? Seems like its so much trouble to get started and clean up that I'd never want to actually use it :(
So you can't use a charcoal chimney🤷🏾♂️
You can, but no need to
@@BackdraftBBQ Got cha👍🏾
Step 1 - Buy a KICK ASH BASKET and get rid of that manhole cover.
I've tried several brands of So Called lumb charcoals on my regular grill ...
They all Claim to be real lump hardwoods....
Every brand I've tried has nails, metal pallet straps and actually looks like burnt pallets....
And y'all be worried about chemicals in the charcoal brickets ...
I would worry about what nasty grease, oils, pesticides and other chemicals in the so called lump charcoal....
Minni worthless 1 steak or 2 burgers
Or for tailgating or camping, which is where I love it
If you did t have those annoying background sound effects it would be a better video
Sorry my son does the edits. New ones are better!