Blaze 20" Cast Aluminum Kamado Grill - BLZ-20-KAMADO + BLZ-20-KMDO-CART-SC

Our take on the 20" Cast Aluminum Kamado Grill

The Blaze 20-inch kamado grill is built from one-inch-thick solid cast aluminum, a construction meant to hold up over many years of use. Its non-porous body works with any charcoal or wood and any lighting material without absorbing residue or taking damage. The 20-inch main cooking grate is 12mm thick 304 stainless steel, hinged on both sides so you can add fuel without lifting it out, and a mid-level 18-inch grate lets you cook nearer the fire. The lid uses a tongue-and-groove seal rather than a felt gasket, so there is no gasket to wear out and replace.

This grill suits anyone who wants a sturdy, versatile kamado for direct searing or indirect cooking with a drip pan or heat deflector, which you would need to add yourself. Because the lid is heavy and the setup is designed around a cart-and-kamado pairing, it is worth confirming the model combination and the space you have outdoors before you buy.

About the 20" Cast Aluminum Kamado Grill

Kamado Grills & Smokers. Reintroducing a tough kamado grill designed to provide a lifetime of performance and memories. Made from one inch thick solid cast aluminum, the Blaze Kamado offers superior durability and outstanding temperature control.

The non-porous grill body allows you to use any type of charcoal or wood, as well as any material for lighting the charcoal without worry of it damaging or being absorbed into the grill body. The heavy-duty, 12mm thick 304 stainless steel cooking grate retains heat and helps you achieve an excellent sear. The 20-inch diameter cooking grate is hinged on both sides so you can easily add wood or charcoal without needing to remove it.

A mid-level 18-inch cooking grate is also included which allows you to cook closer to the fire. Add a drip pan or a heat deflector for indirect cooking. The lid hinge is made from 304 stainless steel and features a convenient lift assist for easy opening and closing.

The Blaze Kamado grill also boasts an innovative lid seal that is superior to ceramic kamado-style grills. Instead of using a felt gasket, the cast aluminum Blaze Kamado utilizes a tongue and groove seal. This design eliminates the need to replace a damaged gasket and also provides an exceptional seal that prevents heat from escaping.

The top exhaust vent is made from molded cast aluminum for precise heat control and will not slip out of position. The bottom of the firebox holds a removable stainless steel ash pan with handles for easy cleanup. A large temperature gauge with markings for smoking, roasting and searing temperatures is mounted in the lid, allowing you to easily monitor cooking temperatures.

Key details

• 304 stainless steel
• Easy-lift hood
• Sear zone
• Aluminum frame

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