Can I install a range hood over a Big Green Egg grill?

You just bought your Green Egg grill and you’re ready to barbecue! But there’s one problem: all the smoke it produces!

You might wonder: can I install a range hood over a Big Green Egg grill? It would solve the problem of the smoke and vent out pesky cooking odors and grease too. Unfortunately, a range hood is not a good option.

We do not recommend installing a range hood over a Big Green Egg grill. Unlike a gas grill, the temperature is not regulated with a Big Green Egg grill. Green Eggs can reach temperatures of up to 750º. This excessive heat can damage your range hood.

If you want to install a range hood over your Green Egg, you must watch its temperature at all times. If you reach temperatures above 550 degrees, you could damage your range hood.

Here are a few things to keep in mind if you choose to mount a hood over your Big Green Egg.

• Mount your hood 36 to 42 inches above the Green Egg grill.
• Buy a hood 12 inches larger than the Green Egg. For example, if you have a 36” Green Egg, buy a 48” range hood or larger.
• Buy a hood made with outdoor-rated materials such as 304 stainless steel.
• Buy a hood with a 1200+ CFM blower to vent heavy smoke out of your kitchen
• Leave the lid closed while cooking. Opening the lid will cause the grill to heat up rapidly, beyond the 750º F upper limit. In fact, the inside of your grill could reach several thousand degrees Fahrenheit. This won’t only damage your range hood but also ruin your Green Egg.

Keep in mind that following the above tips doesn’t guarantee your hood will be undamaged.

How does a Big Green Egg grill work?

Big Green Eggs have a box at the bottom of the grill called a firebox. All you need to do is fill this box with charcoal and ignite it to heat up your grill. Open the vent to let oxygen in and help the fire burn. The wider you open the vent, the hotter your grill will get.

After you’ve cooked your meal, just seal the vent at the bottom and the top lid. This will prevent oxygen from entering the firebox. Without oxygen, the charcoal will cool down naturally.

Green Egg grills are made of an ultra-durable ceramic material that keeps the lid cool to the touch. Even at incredibly high temperatures, your Green Egg grill is safe for use.

How to Regulate The Temperature of Your Green Egg Grill

The key to regulating the temperature of your Green Egg grill is to adjust the vent at the bottom of the grill.

Take a look at the video below to learn more about controlling the temperature of your Green Egg.

What's so special about the Green Egg grill?

Green Egg grills trap moisture and heat exceptionally well, helping your food cook evenly. They are great at retaining heat, so your grill can stay hot for as long as you’d like. A Green Egg can reach temperatures of up to 750º but the ceramic shell keeps it cool to the touch.

Is the Green Egg grill gas or charcoal?

Green Egg grills use natural lump charcoal as fuel. Unlike gas grills which use knobs to regulate heat, Green Eggs are controlled by a venting system. The wider the vent is open, the more oxygen enters the firebox and the hotter the charcoal will burn. This isn’t as reliable as turning the knob on a gas grill.

Are Green Eggs worth it?

Do you like to grill, especially at high temperatures? Then a Green Egg grill is for you! With a Green Egg, you can grill, bake, smoke, roast, sear...the possibilities are endless! So if you love to do all kinds of grilling, you’ll love a Green Egg grill!

Can you use regular charcoal in a Big Green Egg?

Use all-natural lump charcoal in your Big Green Egg grill, according to Big Green Egg. Do not use charcoal briquettes or lighter fluid to fuel your Green Egg grill.

Can you smoke in a Green Egg?

Yes, Green Eggs are amazing at smoking meats because they are air-tight. With the top lid and bottom vent, you can control exactly how much air goes into your Green Egg and how much smoke escapes.

Here’s a quick video on how to set up your Green egg for smoking.

Can the Big Green Egg get wet?

The outside can get wet; you can use your Big Green Egg in the rain. But make sure water doesn’t get inside the grill. It can make the charcoal soggy and the grill will take much longer to heat up.

How long will the Big Green Egg stay hot?

Your Big Green Egg will last over 20 hours at 250º Fahrenheit. This is a popular temperature to slow cook meats. The hotter your grill, the less time it will stay hot.

Can a Big Green Egg be left outside?

A Big Green Egg is incredibly durable thanks to its ceramic shell. So you can leave it outside with no problems. You can use a grill cover if you want, but it’s not needed.

That wraps up our article on mounting your hood over a Green Egg grill. We don’t recommend it, but it’s possible if you’re careful about monitoring the heat of your grill.

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