Burner for the side

Powak

Hey what’s a good reliable single propane burner I can throw on a stand beside the egg for sautéing, heating up beans etc? I know a minimax or small would be even more optimal but I’m saving for one of those hehehehe.

SciAggie

I like this burner: https://www.amazon.com/King-Kooker-12-Inch-Pressure-Portable/dp/B000OQMWJM/ref=sr_1_16?crid=9KA54POXC3GS&keywords=king+cooker+burner&qid=1564943547&s=gateway&sprefix=King+cooker%2Caps%2C347&sr=8-16

It also works well as intended for a fish fryer or to use with your wok. 
I have a small burner like this and like it as well. I don’t have this exact burner but I think they are all about the same:
 https://www.amazon.com/GS-3400P-Portable-Backpacking-Emergency-Preparedness/dp/B01HQRD8EO/ref=sr_1_7?crid=2ZPQA5Q32U642&keywords=small+propane+burner&qid=1564943727&s=gateway&sprefix=Small+propane+%2Caps%2C181&sr=8-7

HeavyG

I'll second the small portable butane cartridge burner that @SciAggie mentions. Everybody should have one (or more). They're also great to use at the table to keep things warm/melty.

BugFreak72

I use one like the second link above, not sure of the brand though. Works great and gets real hot fast. I use it for our percolator when camping as well. Much easier to carry around then the bigger burners like the first link. I have one of those as well I use for frying outdoors.

Carolina Q

I bought an 1100W, rheostat controlled single burner hot plate. About 2 years ago and I think I've used it once. I assume it would be more than suitable for the purposes you mentioned. If not, toss it and try something else. It costs $12. You do need an outlet, but you'll never run out of fuel. Well, until the apocalypse.

Or buy a double burner model if you need more.

BTW, I'm not endorsing this item except to say it showed up on time and it got hot when I turned it on. I really have used it just once (maybe twice) since June 2017!

https://www.amazon.com/GAU-80305-Electric-Single-Burner-1100-Watts/dp/B005T0SN0K/ref=sr_1_18?crid=362X81XFENKTZ&keywords=electric+hot+plate+single+burner&qid=1564948693&s=gateway&sprefix=electric+hot+plate,aps,146&sr=8-18

FarmingPhD

I bought this one a few weeks ago.  Use it to do fries in a DO on the deck and for fast boiling like sweet corn.  Ordered a 200k btu version originally and the burner diameter was bigger than my DO, just a little overkill.  This thing puts out good heat and really like the stand height.  Should have ordered it with the cover as I now have the cover in my amazon shopping cart.

https://www.amazon.com/GasOne-Portable-Pressure-Regulator-Adjustable/dp/B074GXFLX5

caliking

If you don't care about the dual fuel option, butane burners should be about $15-20 at Asian supermarkets. The butane canisters are also way cheaper there vs. Amazon, etc. 

nolaegghead

I splurged a bit and bought this edelmetal burner.  Has held up well....should last a lifetime.  copper, stainless and CI

nolaegghead

...and it is a piece of art.  I have some cheapo burners and they work just as well, but this is superior in even heat and adjustable for woks, large and small pans.  only downside is price and you need an allen key to adjust the tri-mount rails.

Cornholio

+1 on the Edelmetal, bought mine for brewing but use it for a lot more.

Canugghead

nolaegghead said:

I splurged a bit and bought this edelmetal burner.  Has held up well....should last a lifetime.  copper, stainless and CI 

I hate you! Pleasantly surprised that price on amazon.com is USD150, amazon.ca is CAD200, i.e. same as opposed to 2x or 3x here. Shouldn't complain/compare though, there are other things that we get cheaper or free 

Edit: damn, even more tempting now! it's on promotion CAD115, leg extensions CAD20..
https://northernbrewer.ca/collections/equipment/products/edelmetall-bru-burner
https://northernbrewer.ca/collections/equipment/products/edelmetall-burner-leg-extensions

Tired of the crappy one I have that gets too hot or flame out when I try choking down.

SciAggie

nolaegghead said:

I splurged a bit and bought this edelmetal burner.  Has held up well....should last a lifetime.  copper, stainless and CI

I have a friend that owns one of those. They are excellent burners for sure. 

Skiddymarker

If you want gas and portability, the Edelmetall is tough to beat. It is ideal for stir fry and using a wok. If you want a temp controlled burner and have power suggest you look at an induction HOB. For things like side dishes, set the temp at 160ºF or whatever and forget it. Cast iron, including DOs work fine, other cookware must be magnetic. Noticed at a number of competitions the chilli guys are using induction HOBs, much more precise than watching a flame. 

Photo Egg

Canugghead said:

nolaegghead said:

I splurged a bit and bought this edelmetal burner.  Has held up well....should last a lifetime.  copper, stainless and CI 

I hate you! Pleasantly surprised that price on amazon.com is USD150, amazon.ca is CAD200, i.e. same as opposed to 2x or 3x here. Shouldn't complain/compare though, there are other things that we get cheaper or free 

Edit: damn, even more tempting now! it's on promotion CAD115, leg extensions CAD20..
https://northernbrewer.ca/collections/equipment/products/edelmetall-bru-burner
https://northernbrewer.ca/collections/equipment/products/edelmetall-burner-leg-extensions

Tired of the crappy one I have that gets too hot or flame out when I try choking down.

No choice but to buy it now!

Canugghead

@Photo Egg  what's even more interesting is northernbrewer.com (.ca's parent company in US) are selling them at USD150 and USD49 respectively.

fishlessman

ive been using a cabelas turkey fryer/smoker burner for about 30 years now, pretty much indestructible, its mostly used for steaming lobsters now 20 at a time.  it you go the turker fryer burner route try and find one that the pots sit flat on top without the ring that wraps the pot, it fits more options

Canugghead

Done.  Will either blame or thank @nolaegghead and @Photo Egg, we shall see!

Apology to OP for thread jacking.

Photo Egg

Canugghead said:

Done.  Will either blame or thank @nolaegghead and @Photo Egg, we shall see!

Apology to OP for thread jacking.

Great Buy!

nolaegghead

Canugghead said:

Done.  Will either blame or thank @nolaegghead and @Photo Egg, we shall see!

Apology to OP for thread jacking.

Why not?  I get blamed for everything else. 

¯\_(ツ)_/¯

Canugghead

Just unboxed, it's a thing of beauty. Turned out the freight forwarder's warehouse is almost 'in my backyard', could have saved $hipping and picked it up sooner but they wouldn't let me.

Canugghead

fishlessman said:

... find one that the pots sit flat on top without the ring that wraps the pot, it fits more options

You raised a good point, I thought I could live with the wrap-around restriction shown in Nola's photo since I'll be using it for wokking mostly. 

Pleasantly surprised that the multi-way support arms are removable, adjustable and reversible. The load capacity is 300 lbs.

BugFreak72

Wow that thing is pretty. I've been looking for a good wok burner.  What size wok are you using and how does it fit on there? Does the wok sit low on the burner?

Cornholio

Home brew store didn’t have the legs when I bought mine years ago, looks like I need to spend some cash and complete my setup!  

Canugghead

BugFreak72 said:

Wow that thing is pretty. I've been looking for a good wok burner.  What size wok are you using and how does it fit on there? Does the wok sit low on the burner?

I went out in the dark and tried 3 woks for fit, all with adjustable arms in the same position...

12" IKEA carbon steel with large flat bottom


14.25" TFAL with small flat bottom


16" hand hammered carbon steel round bottom


I used the 12" one earlier in the day and it was sturdy. 

Early thoughts:

Above setup is too powerful for prolonged frying with wok, even at lowest flame the oil was smoking near the end. Hopefully pushing the arms in to elevate the wok will help reduce heat but that could compromise the stability.

I have no doubt it'll be great for wokking, boiling, canning, etc. when you want that intense heat.

Canugghead

Cornholio said:

Home brew store didn’t have the legs when I bought mine years ago, looks like I need to spend some cash and complete my setup!  

The legs elevate the burner to a comfortable working height. Lucked out and paid just 20 loonies!

nolaegghead

Mine sat out in the sun and rain for about a year and it still looks great.   BTUs is not a problem.  It was made to boil giant pots of wort.  I have a 10 psi regulator on mine.   If you get too much heat, and lowering the pressure doesn't work for you, you might need one of those banjo burners you can pick up on Amazon for $35.

Griffin

That's a pretty cool burner. When I was looking for one, it was between that one and the Blichmann. I went with the Blichmann. Still need to get the legs for mine. Hope it works out for ya. Looks like a solid piece.

fishlessman

Canugghead said:

BugFreak72 said:

Wow that thing is pretty. I've been looking for a good wok burner.  What size wok are you using and how does it fit on there? Does the wok sit low on the burner?

I went out in the dark and tried 3 woks for fit, all with adjustable arms in the same position...

12" IKEA carbon steel with large flat bottom


14.25" TFAL with small flat bottom


16" hand hammered carbon steel round bottom


I used the 12" one earlier in the day and it was sturdy. 

Early thoughts:

Above setup is too powerful for prolonged frying with wok, even at lowest flame the oil was smoking near the end. Hopefully pushing the arms in to elevate the wok will help reduce heat but that could compromise the stability.

I have no doubt it'll be great for wokking, boiling, canning, etc. when you want that intense heat.

if you need to tone the heat down get a plate to set on the center of the burner to block some of the flame

Canugghead

 @nolaegghead , mine came with 10psi regulator too. Just realised I had it on full blast and was trying to reduce heat by tweaking the needle valve control only. By 'lowering pressure' you mean this is a variable pressure regulator and I can try choking it down too? sorry for the dumba** question    . Is this kind of like controlling the egg with upper vs. lower vent? lol

@fishlessman , will try that if all else fails, thanks

@Griffin , never researched Blichmann or any other brands, just jumped right in as soon as I saw nola's photo! This thing is a beauty and a beast.
edit: next thing you know, I may get into wine and beer brewing.  It's like I never tasted pulled pork, let alone cooking it, until I got my first egg 

Photo Egg

Canugghead said:

Just unboxed, it's a thing of beauty. Turned out the freight forwarder's warehouse is almost 'in my backyard', could have saved $hipping and picked it up sooner but they wouldn't let me.

For the sale price you got, it was a no brained!
Good for you

pzenfel

Griffin said:

That's a pretty cool burner. When I was looking for one, it was between that one and the Blichmann. I went with the Blichmann. Still need to get the legs for mine. Hope it works out for ya. Looks like a solid piece.

I have an extra set of legs if you are interested?