Cart
0
- Dalum Guide -
Fire techniques for cooking on a griddle
Fire techniques for cooking on a griddle help you achieve the best results when cooking over an open fire. When cooking outdoors over an open flame, some basic knowledge in fire technique really helps achieving the best possible outcome. Think of it like cooking at home, but outside!
Here, we share our best tips for succeeding with griddle cooking over an open fire:
Fire Technique
Think like home, but outdoors.
Just like cooking at home on the stove, the heat effect from the fire impacts the result of your cooking. It’s about adapting to the outdoor conditions, where a small amount of wood can correspond to low heat, similar to a 1 on the stove, while a large amount of wood can generate intense heat, comparable to a 9 on the stove.
A smart technique for controlling heat is to split smaller logs with an axe or knife. By using smaller twigs and logs, you can more easily control the heat while cooking and avoid the fire becoming too intense. Start the fire gently and feed it with the split logs as needed.
With these simple tips, you'll take your outdoor cooking to new levels!
Fire technique
The wind factor
Take the wind into account to achieve the best results. When cooking outdoors, it’s also important to be aware of the wind’s impact. A windy day can quickly affect the heat and evenness of your fire.
To minimize the wind’s effect, you can build a windbreak using logs or stones around your cooking area. This can create a protective barrier that helps maintain a consistent temperature and prevents the fire from flickering too much. There are also handy portable windbreaks you can use. In the Dalum webshop, you can purchase the Solo Stove Windscreen, a functional and lightweight portable windbreak.