Best products from r/KamadoJoe

Not Kamado specific, but super useful:

Meathead: The Science of Great Barbecue and Grilling https://www.amazon.com/dp/054401846X/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_Hj4IDb1ZBC3AV

they come out awesome! recently I've been seasoning with JonesyQ Love Rub (been using that for everything since I discovered it), and cook over a full basket of coals (I don't scooch the coals up to the side or anything), with a medium-hot fire. need a hotter fire to get a nice crust.

the other thing I've been doing a lot of is wings on the joetisserie with this
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B078YCR3MH/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
just season them up (JonesQ Love Rub), and roll them over a hot fire for 10mins or so. they come out great

6.5" BBQ High Heat Stainless Steel Charcoal Fire Grate Fits for Medium Big Green Egg Fire Grate and Kamado Joe Grill Parts Charcoal Grate Replacement Accessories (6 1/2”) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B078KSK4LY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_4H90Cb7P0HYKJ

Technically not the same as the kick ash basket but is very well built, works great, and saved a few bucks.

Lol! Been I while since I got the rack from Home Depot. It came with a handle which I took off. It was intended for fish and veggies but I tried it on wings and it’s super convenient. A similar one I see on Amazon is amazon link

My recipe is simple - I am not a good cook so I keep things simple. I pat down the wings and let them air dry. Liberally apply dry rub. I used the same rub I use on pork shoulder ( called Butt Rub- available on Amazon). I think any dry rub should work. I brush off the excess and throw in the Kamado for 60 mins at 350. Flip once at the 30 min mark. I use the half moons at the lowest position and place the rack on the grill. Hope this helps :)

I saw that this big joe 2 is selling and wanted to notify anyone who may care. Last time I checked I dont remember seeing it for sale when I wanted to buy one. Its a decent price that includes shipping!

Happy smoking!
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Link to the Big Joe II

Definitely get the classic 1 and put some of your savings towards extras (ash basket, cast iron griddle, grate rack). I've had a classic 1 for three years and it's great (and it was $1000 when I bought mine). $750 is a no brainer!
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07C9XJ28J/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00MON188E/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00TG16HN8/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I bought this from Amazon a year or so ago. Pretty happy with it so far.

Edit: I guess I can't read. I don't store joetisserie in it. I store that in a garage because I don't use it that often. I store everything else there though (including charcoal)

This guy:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07FFKJB7R/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Fits perfectly, have had zero issues with it at all.

I add at least 1 chunk every time I fire up the joe. There are split logs which I find too big for joe classic, chunks(what I use) and chips that I find burn up too quick.

Home Depot near me sells 10+ lb bags of chunks in 4 wood varieties (hickory, mesquite, Apple, peacan). A bag usually lasts me a full year but I have all 4 types and generously add wood. https://www.homedepot.com/p/Kingsford-0-75cu-ft-BBQ-Mesquite-Wood-Chunks-100524115/206442469

Also I found the best budget fire starter I found on amazon. Nearly identical to the joe brand at a fraction of the cost. 144 squares for $18. I use two per start and I’m on my last sheet since I ordered Dec 2018 so almost a year. https://www.homedepot.com/p/Kingsford-0-75cu-ft-BBQ-Mesquite-Wood-Chunks-100524115/206442469

And the gloves I use for food prep, messy grilling, handling hot peppers. X3 Industrial Black Nitrile... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B017SXIDVE?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

I got this for my KJii and it works great : Grate Rack for a Classic KJ - Fits Classic Only https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00TG16HN8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_3UC7CbBW9KB4X

Amazon has them. If I was building one I’d definitely have it on feet for a little air flow underneath it: KAMaster BBQ Ceramics Foot Shoes Used to Place Grill on A Combustible Material or Built-in Application - 4PCS (red) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07FS5RM2P/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_PVoDDb3DRH28Q

Classic 2, without a doubt. It gives you all the new tech. I wouldnt even consider a Classic 1, personally.

These babies don't come with a pizza stone or cover. What you're talking about is probably the heat deflector? Like this: https://www.amazon.com/KamadoJoe-KJ-HDP-Classic-Deflector-Plate/dp/B00MV9YRKM

How about something like this? https://www.amazon.com/UNICOOK-Stainless-Barbecue-Foldable-Reusable/dp/B00U7AU48G/ref=mp_s_a_1_2_sspa?keywords=kabob+rack&qid=1558953669&s=gateway&sr=8-2-spons&psc=1

if i’m using a commercial rub on a butt, i like meat church’s honey heat and plowboys yardbird

as for gloves i use these


https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MGSGREM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_4F7iMlnuoWRj2

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01ETQU1PY/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

14.99 and I can stick my hand in the fire no issue, just don't keep it there too long haha. Not grease resistant but at that price I don't mind.

I don't have a soapstone but everyone on the Kamado Joe grilling facebook group raves about them. The sear from them is supposed to be incredible.

Here is the variable speed motor I bough from Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01FNJSZS6/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1