BBQ Flame Tamer That Will Last.

Off-the-shelf BBQ flame tamers from the local major chain hardware store usually rust out within 12 months and need to be replaced every summer. I was contemplating buying the higher priced off-the-shelf briquette style tamer, but its made of the same lightweight steel as the cheaper tamers, so I got thinking...

I could build one from reo-steel and use briquettes, but saw the small BBQ grill at the hardware store and figured I could cut it back to fit my BBQ and rest the ceramic briquettes on top.

Happy days it worked and should last a very long time.

Supplies

Cast Iron Grill (AUD$34)

Ceramic Briquettes (AUD$23)

Step 1:

Measure up your BBQ flame tamer size and mark out the new cast iron grill.

Carefully cut off the ends to fit.

CAUTION: only attempt this if you have skill with a disc cutting tool and wear suitable PPE. The cast iron is brittle and if cut incorrectly will break off.

Step 2:

Place the grill on the BBQ and position the briquettes above the burners.

Burn off the oils and start cooking.