thinking of buying a spider

jerryp

I'm thinking of buying a spider.  I would be interested in some opinions on any pros/cons and also anything else I might need to compliment it.  I would also buy a cast iron grid for a small egg. Just wondering if the investment is worth the cost.  Thanks

4Runner

I use mine a good bit.  Not only for indirects (i have the stone for it as well) but with the CI down low I can get a good sear and then coupled with my Adj Rig go high to finish.

Greygoose

i only have 2 uses for the spider. searing and elevated cooking. both are well worth the price of the spider.

GreyGoose

Lit

I use it a good amount to sear stuff. If you cook enough steaks it will pay for itself in the amount of charcoal it saves you alone. I also use it to raise my stone when I am cooking pizzas by flipping it upside down on teh grate to get teh pizza higher in the dome to cook the top.

Village Idiot

If you do Chinese cooking with a wok, a spider is an absolute necessity.  A wok fits nicely in it.

Botch

Sorta OT:  VI, do you find the stir-frys you make pick up any smoke flavor?  I wok a lot but am wondering if its worth carrying all the ingredients outside to cook.  

Village Idiot

No, Botch.  I don't notice any smoke.  But, my reason for wokking on the BGE is the high temperature it generates - much more than a stove - and that is best for stir fry.  With stir fry, you want it very high temp and quick.  That will seal in the flavors and be more healthy.

Little Steven

Hey Gary! How are you?

Steve