Firelighters

Firelighters for a quick and clean start

Firelighters are a simple and reliable way to light charcoal, briquettes or firewood. The natural firelighters produce a steady flame that burns long enough to ignite the surrounding material evenly.

They are suitable for a kamado, smoker, charcoal barbecue, fire basket and fireplace. Because you do not need lighter fluid or other chemicals, the natural flavor of your food is preserved.

Lighting a kamado with firelighters

Fill the fire basket with charcoal for kamado and BBQ and make space for one or more firelighters among the charcoal. Light the firelighters and leave the kamado lid open for a few more minutes.

Keep both the lower air intake and the vent on top of the kamado fully open while lighting. This gives the fire enough oxygen and helps the surrounding charcoal start glowing more quickly.

Then close the lid and gradually adjust the vents when the desired temperature is approached.

How many firelighters do you need?

For low & slow cooking, one firelighter is often sufficient. The fire then starts in one spot and slowly spreads through the charcoal. This makes it easier to keep the temperature low and stable.

For grilling, searing or baking pizza, you can place two or three firelighters spread among the charcoal. The charcoal is then lit in multiple places, allowing the Titan Kamado to reach a high temperature more quickly.

The amount needed may vary depending on the size of the barbecue, the charcoal selected and the weather conditions.

Without lighter fluid or chemical odors

Lighter fluid is not suitable for a ceramic kamado. The porous ceramic can absorb odors and substances that may be released again later during barbecuing. Firelighters offer a clean alternative without affecting the flavor of your ingredients.

Always store the firelighters dry and in a tightly sealed package. Dry firelighters catch fire more easily and burn more evenly.

Firelighters or electric lighting?

Firelighters are ideal when you do not have a power outlet nearby or want a simple lighting method that you can easily keep by the barbecue.

Would you like to light the charcoal even faster and have a power source available? Then check out our electric BBQ lighter.

Also view all products to safely light your kamado.