Q&A

Q & A for the Large Big Green Egg® or Kamado Joe® Spider:

What size round cast iron grid fits the Spider for searing?  The cast iron grid can't be bigger than 14" in diameter.  We recommend Big Green Egg® small 13" cast iron grid, model 13CI.  You can get the 13CI from your local Big Green Egg dealer or call Big Green Egg's corporate retail store and ask about shipping one to you.  

What size round griddle or skillet fits the Spider for blackening?  The round griddle or skillet's bottom needs to be at least 12" in diameter.  The round griddle or skillet's top can't be larger than 14" in diameter.  Do not set the skillet inside the Spider ring, as the cast iron skillet and stainless Spider have different degrees of expansion when heated and cooled. 

What size wok fits the Spider?  14" or 16" Round bottom woks fit.  The 16" is recommended.  We carry 14" and 16" woks in our Shopping Cart.

What size round stone fits the Spider to create an indirect set-up?  The Ceramic Stone can't be bigger than 13.5" in diameter.  

Can the 14" pizza stone from Big Green Egg® be used on the Spider?  No, the 14" diameter is to big and can limit air flow.

Can I set a pan directly on the Spider to create an indirect set up?  We do not recommend setting a drip pan directly on the Spider.  

What is the diameter of the Spider's ring?  Approximately 11.25" outside and 10.75" inside

On indirect set-ups, how much lump do I add in the lump bowl?  You can fill up to 1/3 of the fire ring with lump.  On very long cooks or when using fast burning lump, we recommend you monitor the lump to maintain fuel.

Can I set-up indirect with the Spider/Stone and have the cooking grid sitting on the fire ring?  No, we do not recommend using the Spider/Stone in conjunction with a grid on the fire ring.  If you over load the grid with food, it can act as a cap and extingush the lump.