How to Use the Big Green Egg EGGspander System

The Big Green Egg EGGspander System is the ultimate way to maximize your cooking space and expand your grilling possibilities. Whether you’re looking to cook multiple foods at once, experiment with direct and indirect heat, or elevate your Big Green Egg setup, the EGGspander system gives you the flexibility to do it all.

With over 40 different cooking configurations, this modular system is designed to enhance versatility and efficiency, making it a must-have for Big Green Egg enthusiasts. If you want to get the most out of your grill, the EGGspander system is an excellent upgrade.

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What is the Big Green Egg EGGspander System?

At its core, the EGGspander system is a modular grilling expansion setup that allows you to customize your cooking surface for multi-zone and multi-level grilling. Whether you want to sear, smoke, roast, or bake, this system makes it easy to maximize efficiency while enhancing flavor.

The EGGspander Frames serve as the foundation, holding a variety of interchangeable accessories that allow for creative and efficient cooking setups. With multiple frame options, you can start small and expand over time or invest in the 5-Piece EGGspander Kit for a complete setup.

Big Green Egg EGGspander Frame Options

5-Piece EGGspander Kit

The 5-Piece EGGspander Kit is the ultimate all-in-one setup, giving you everything you need for multi-tier cooking, indirect heat control, and more.

This kit includes:
-  2-Piece Multi-Level Rack – Offers an elevated sliding grid for additional cooking space.
- 1-Piece convEGGtor Basket – Allows for easy placement and removal of the convEGGtor.
- 2 Stainless Steel Half Grids – Provide a durable, easy-to-clean cooking surface.

With this kit, you can:

• Cook on multiple levels for efficient meal prep.
• Grill directly over the fire on a lower rack.
• Use indirect heat cooking with the convEGGtor.

Get the 5-Piece EGGspander Kit here.

EGGspander Multi-Level Rack

The Multi-Level Rack is included in the 5-Piece Kit but can also be purchased separately. This two-tier system features an elevated sliding cooking grid with a 4-inch clearance, making it easier to cook multiple items at different temperatures.

Why You’ll Love It:

• Adds an extra cooking level for more food at once.
• Reverses for low-level “Cowboy Style” grilling.
• Connects seamlessly to the existing cooking grid.

Shop the EGGspander Multi-Level Rack here.

EGGspander ConvEGGtor Basket

The ConvEGGtor Basket is a must-have for indirect cooking. Designed for easy placement and removal of the convEGGtor, this accessory is ideal for multi-zone heat management.

Key Benefits:

• Elevates food for indirect cooking and baking.
• Works with both direct and indirect heat setups.
• Compatible with the Multi-Level Rack to create the full EGGspander system.

Buy the EGGspander ConvEGGtor Basket here.

Must-Have EGGspander Accessories

The EGGspander system is fully customizable with various EGGcessories, allowing you to build a setup that fits your cooking needs.

Perforated Half Grid

Ideal for grilling small foods that might slip through standard grates, the Perforated Half Grid ensures that heat and flavor fully surround your food. Perfect for shrimp, scallops, mushrooms, and vegetables.

Get the Perforated Half Grid here.

Carbon Steel Wok

The Big Green Egg Carbon Steel Wok is designed for high-heat cooking, making it perfect for stir-frying meats, seafood, and vegetables. The dual-handle design offers a secure grip, while the carbon steel material ensures even heat distribution.

Buy the Carbon Steel Wok here.

Cast Iron Half Grids

For those looking to sear steakhouse-quality meats, the Cast Iron Half Grids provide superior heat retention and perfect grill marks. Flip the grid over to reveal a flat surface ideal for fish and seafood.

Shop Cast Iron Half Grids here.

Half Moon Griddles

The Half Moon Griddles offer both a flat side for cooking eggs and pancakes and a ridged side for bacon, sausage, and seared meats. Versatile and easy to use, they’re perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

Find Half Moon Griddles here.

Half convEGGtor Stone

The Half convEGGtor Stone transforms your EGG into a firebrick oven, perfect for baking breads, desserts, and pizzas. It also allows for split-zone cooking, where you can use direct heat on one side and indirect heat on the other.

Get the Half convEGGtor Stone here.

Cast Iron Cooking Grid

A great alternative to the standard stainless steel grid, the Cast Iron Cooking Grid offers superior heat conductivity, making it perfect for searing steaks, burgers, and more.

Buy the Cast Iron Cooking Grid here.

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