Uses and benefits

Use and advantages of the Kokko barbecue / smoker

1. Quick and easy lighting

The Kokko lights quickly and is easy to start. It only takes about fifteen minutes before you can start cooking.
It is also possible to maintain a low temperature for more than 12 hours for smoking food.
This barbecue uses charcoal as a source of combustion, making it 100% natural and economical.

How do I start the Kokko ceramic barbecue?

The Kokko ceramic barbecue allows for both quick and easy lighting.

Step 1

Open the lid of the Kokko, remove the stainless steel grill, and then place 3 to 4 crumpled sheets of newspaper at the bottom of the Kokko on the black cast iron plate. You can add one or two fire starters for greater efficiency.

Step 2

Arrange your charcoal around the newspaper and fire starters. Light the newspaper with a match or gas lighter and let it burn for 40 to 60 seconds before closing the dome.

Step 3

Now, close the lid and gently open the chimney and the bottom vent of the Kokko. Thanks to the high air circulation, the coals will be ready in a few minutes.

Step 4

Open the lid approximately 5 minutes after lighting and the fire starters have burned. The charcoal will start to turn red, indicating that it is glowing and ready for cooking!

Step 5

Using the stainless steel ash tool, you can stir your coals and spread them out in the Kokko if necessary.

Step 6

You can now regulate the heat by limiting the airflow through the chimney and/or the bottom vent. To continue cooking, you can also add more charcoal if needed.

2. Simple temperature management

The key to achieving perfect cooking with the Kokko is to master and perform some temperature checks.

How to reach the desired temperature?

The key to achieving perfect cooking with the Kokko is to master and perform some temperature checks.

For optimal cooking, the first thing to know is that you need to reach a temperature higher than desired and then let the charcoal cool down. To lower the charcoal temperature, simply close the vents to reduce the oxygen supply.

Generally, the opening at the bottom of the Kokko has the greatest influence on the charcoal temperature. The type and quality of charcoal can significantly affect the air management of the Kokko barbecue.

The operation of the Kokko ceramic barbecue is extremely simple. During cooking, air circulates regularly from the bottom, passing through the coals and exiting through the chimney. The coals become increasingly hot because they are constantly fanned by the constant airflow.

How do I control the temperature of the Kokko?

The key to achieving perfect cooking with the Kokko is to master and perform some temperature checks.

To find the perfect temperature, simply adjust the airflow through the chimney and the hatch at the bottom of the barbecue. The more air you let into the Kokko, the more incandescent the coals will be and the higher the temperature will be.

The lid of the Kokko is equipped with a thermometer to provide accurate readings during cooking and easily manage the temperature.

3. Cooking with exceptional flavour

The Kokko offers flavourful cooking with a unique flavour. Thanks to the Kokko, you will discover an exceptional way of cooking, recognised by the greatest chefs as the best type of barbecue in the world.

Cooking can be done over high heat or at very low temperatures, with little heat, for slower cooking.

To obtain smoky flavours, simply leave the lid closed and open the hatch at the bottom of the Kokko.

The ceramic barbecue uses lump charcoal.

Its rounded shape allows excellent heat circulation.

The very thick ceramic structure of the Kokko offers perfect insulation.

The secret to a smoky flavour

If you like smoky flavours, simply leave the dome closed and open the hatch at the bottom of the barbecue.

Give a more classic flavour

For a more classic cooking, open the chimney by 1/3 and the hatch at the bottom of the Kokko by 2/3.

4. Quality of selected materials

The Kokko ceramic barbecue is a high-end product. It is made in a traditional way, with the best materials and components, to make it an exceptional product.

The external coating of the Kokko ensures great durability over time because the ceramic chosen is very thick and very resistant. The colour of the Kokko is maintained even after several years of use.

The Kokko in its entirety can be left outside, all year round, without risk of rust or deterioration. All other components are made of stainless steel or are enamelled (for the chimney) and are perfectly resistant to the weather.

The Kokko can therefore be used all year round, whatever the season. It is protected from climatic conditions by the insulation of the ceramic.