Will this thing sear steaks properly? I don't suppose it'll reach 700 degrees, but will it get to 650? Will it hold 600 after flipping?
50403
My experience has been that it will get to about 600, but drop to about 500-550 when flipping the steak. This is based upon all 3 burners on for about 15 minutes during the warm-up.
728666
That is an excellent question that I have not experimented with to date. I suspect that if there is no wind you could get it down to 150F. The lowest I have cooked with has been 180F. Trust me though, the wood smokes better at 200 and above. Hope that helps.
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I believe it to be 400-425. The last marked temp on my gauge is 350, and the next one says "sear" without a number, but you can't "sear" at 350 very well. Use it cautiously until you get used to what it will do and how quickly. It will "burn" very quickly if you don't watch closely. You can get very nice grill marks. The mid area of the cooking surfaces on my unit provide the most uniform and accurate temperatures.
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.
925791
the sear burner works very good for the first year after that it will rust away and stop functioning as will the whole bottom part of the grill. the seer burner is used for steaks Elite you leave your steaks on the seer burnin for a minute flip it in a sealed and all the juices in the steak.
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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!
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To be honest it depends on your situation. The sear station is not like on other grills that I have owned that is separate from the other elements. I used it a lot on my Charm-glow to get a nice sear on i my meats. However the sear station on the Weber does not appear to work that way or at least I don't use it that way. I just use it as an extra element to maintain consistent heat overall. The side burner is nice to have as I have used it alot when cooking beans and sauces. If you are on a budget then I would say skip it. However if you have the cash get it its nice to have and not use than to not have and need. Come to think of it now that I am typing I did use it once. Hope this helps.
907804
As I am a little past 60 I find it a bit hefty. But the quickness of searing a sirloin steak makes the small bit of weight well worth while. I also own a large Dutch oven and use for just about everything. Enjoy
1755017
Yes, absolutely. It handles high temps quite well so that chicken and chops will get good sear marks, if that is your intention. Otherwise, the grill cooks at all other temps too. I read that it defrosts foods at an alarming fast time--with food safety in mind--and I find that to be true. Since the non stick surface has worn on mine, I use it more for defrosting than anything else.
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This is why I bought this product. You can indeed sear with it. Returning it to the warming unit and proceed with whatever it is you want to cook. So I can highly recommend it and it being 7QT it works get for large crowds. Happy Cooking.
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My husband says it gets plenty hot. Hot enough for a good steak. Has no idea of how may BTUs.
935829
I find you REALLY have to git 'er done and get the cover closed to maintain heat. I have only used the highest setting so far, and even then the temp will drop if you dawdle just a little bit. However, the flavor is good when you surround the edge of the grate with some wood chips. If you're going to do steak, make sure it's thick. I've done amazing pork tenderloin, ribeyes, filet mignon, fish, chicken...but you have to be strategic with the temperature drop.
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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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I have spoke with Char broil just this morning as my Brisket turned out tough and over cooked EVEN tho I followed the directions that came with the unit. They advised me they are going to work on changing cooking times i the manual BUT the lowest temoerature this unit will get is 250*. It is NOT a true smoker. You CANNOT smoke on a low fire at 160* HOWEVER they claim that my 10 lb brisket should only be 10 minutes per pound and when I checked it at that time it was done BUT I followed the instruction manual and it turned out tasty BUT dry! Use a wire thermometer, cut the cooking times in half. Rely on the temp probe and not the cooking manual for accuracy on the doneness of the meat and you will be happy with the unit.
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It does not cook like a char ohl or propane grill. You do nt get the quick sear. The grill will operate at about 450 deg. So it takes longer to cook the steak. Maybe a little better than cooking the steak in the oven.
229202
your math is correct!!this grill does heat up to 500+ degrees if the lid stays closed!!works for hot dogs,hamburgers etc not for proper grilling of a steak unless you want it baked!!
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I think it's rated for 700 degrees. But these things aren't indestructible. Mine hasn't broken but I wouldn't want to expose it to super high heat. Will they work on the grill? Yes. But be careful. I've used it on my grill for steaks. If I was going to use it mostly for grilling, I would get the thermapen. Smoking on the other hand, you want this.