What is the high end temperature of this unit? I'm looking to cook at high temperatures to obtain a char on outside, rare on inside.
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It easily and quickly reaches 400+...I have only used it twice and seems like it hit 500/600 when just getting it started, wide open.
1541080
Hi there. My experience with this unit is that it can get pretty hot. 600 degrees. The problem is that if you cook at that temp a lot the unit won't be all that durable. I think for the price this is a great grill but it will self destruct above 500 degrees.
1541081
I sear my steaks at 650-675 on a regular basis. Try reverse cooking steaks on the grill. Cook your steaks about halfway at 350 then crank up the heat to 650 and sear. It takes a while to cool the acorn.
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I usually cook low, but did get it to 500 to finish a rib roast not too long ago.
1541083
This grill heats up quickly, we also use natural wood charcoal...we've actually made our own charcoal using the Acorn. Sustaining high heat is no problem, it reaches 600 easily...& higher if desired! ..... Just takes a little practice to get it right. I have slow-roasted baby backs for several hours ( th best EVER!) and then cranked the grill up to do the steaks..... Turned out perfect, love this grill!
1541084
About 700 to 800F using lumpwood charcoal. The temperature gauge isn't particularly accurate, so I'd recommend a supplemental electronic high temperature probe if you really want to know what the temperature is. The grill makes great high temperature grilled steaks.
1649542
I have used mine in the oven at 400 degrees to bake a German Pancake. It worked fine. Other than that, I don't know exactly how hot you can go. I know the marblized pan browns foods at a lower setting than other pans. I love the way mine performs. I've never had a better frying pan.
85495
I'm not much of a baker, but when I left it unattended last weekend, the internal temp at grill level rose to well over 300 degrees. I usually keep it at 225 or so. I'm sure you could do it, but I would suggest moving the charcoal grate to the lower cooking grill to get a more direct/even heat.
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I am a vegan and cook in this wok constantly. Love it. Always watch what you are cooking so it doesn't burn. You don't want to use high heat. Use middle heat on a gas burner. I don't have electric so I don't know how that would work. Hopes this helps you make your decision. Great wok
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I don't know what the highest temperature it can stand, we have only used it in the kitchen oven for pizza and usually have the oven set for 400 degrees. My guess is that even thought your grill showed 550 if the stone was sitting over the direct heat of the burners that temperature would have been higher. I would also suggest that the stone be pre-heated.
1581233
Most non-stick coatings won't survive over 450 degrees or so. I think oven self-clean cycles are at &gt;500 degrees.
1519408
Not sure why they have that on there. I've used it at 500 with no problems other than some smoking from the seasoning. My guess is because of the smoking that can occur past that temp. But I've seen no damage or issues to mine from going over.
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I have never had it on the high power since initial burn off. While the back panel is almost stone cold, the front grate gets very warm and the top grate gets hot. I can touch it. I can brush it with my clothed leg and not fear bursting into flames. I would not put nylons on it to dry or leave it on the floor with toddlers - pets are different. My cat and dog both loved to BAKE next to a wood burning stove that would sear your flesh and I imagine neither would fear this. Put it up on wall higher and you lose efficiency but should be OK if the top and upper front are out out of reach of crawlers/toddlers. I have never had it on the high power since initial burn off. While the back panel is almost stone cold, the front grate gets very warm and the top grate gets hot. I can touch it. I can brush it with my clothed leg and not fear bursting into flames. I would not put nylons on it to dry or leave it on the floor with toddlers - pets are different. My cat and dog both loved to BAKE next to a wood burning stove that would sear your flesh and I imagine neither would fear this. Put it up on wall higher and you lose efficiency but should be OK if the top and upper front are out out of reach of... » Read More I have never had it on the high power since initial burn off. While the back panel is almost stone cold, the front grate gets very warm and the top grate gets hot. I can touch it. I can brush it with my clothed leg and not fear bursting into flames. I would not put nylons on it to dry or leave it on the floor with toddlers - pets are different. My cat and dog both loved to BAKE next to a wood burning stove that would sear your flesh and I imagine neither would fear this. Put it up on wall higher and you lose efficiency but should be OK if the top and upper front are out out of reach of crawlers/toddlers. « Show Less
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It would likely be something you'd have to play with a little. Ex: if recipe calls for 220° cooking temp, you may need to go to 240-250° in order for the temperature to be where you need due to the outside temperatures. I wouldn't recommend using it inside because it does give off a lot of smoke, unless you have some sort of exhaust system in your garage or something along those lines. Hope that helps!!
612630
According to Google..490 degrees. It should be fine for deep frying. I have not tried it, so I am not speaking from "experience"
193514
I have used up to medium high on electric burner most of the time. I did cook a steay twice and I used high to really grill char. Pan did fine! Cleaned right up.
1475398
Hi Pat, I placed water in the pot and used a meat thermometer and checked the temperatures of this unit. I only recorded the one at #3 and it was 180F. I have found this does seem to cook on the Low setting closely. I have been very happy with the unit. I hope this one temperature is a help for you.
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Melinda, I wish I knew that answer for you. I Love it. It is temperature HOT. I fry chicken pork chops, fries, fish. Done in minutes. I have owned too. Old one is with my son and still kicking. I didn't go with the ones with a temp setting b/c the reviews were not hot enough. I stuck with my grandpappy fryer. Love it.
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Yes..first time using..temp is difficult to get over250, and drops to 150 immediately on opening grill top. Does anyone else notice that the back of the grill is open above the black backing? Heat is escaping, though doesn't feel like much. The food, hamburgers and sausage, seems to be cooking though, and nicely. What's the deal here?
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I make artisan bread in it and it cooks at 450 degrees. I am not sure if you could go higher. I have had no issues with it.
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I have not cooked anything over 300 degrees but I think it will go up to 350 or 400. I try to keep the temperature at 250 most of the time.
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Yes! Setting a specific temp is impossible (a lot of tinkering with knob), a good cooked steak is possible.