To Brasero or Not to Brasero…
To brasero or not to brasero? We get that question a lot.
The brasero is the side fire box that is attached to your typical Argentine style grill. It can be configured for right or left hand side, while some grills may even have a rear option.
Pros of including a brasero:
Traditional Argentine grilling is over hot coals and embers, not live flames. The brasero makes sure you are burning over this fuel. Without a brasero, if you needed more fuel, you would have to throw another log on the fire creating smoke and flames directly under what you are cooking. All this is done off to the side with the brasero while you continue to grill.
You never run out of heat. You can use the brasero continuously while you grill. When your heat is low or you are grilling round 2 or 3, you can drop the coals and reload the box to make some more. This is great for the traditional Asados typical of Latin American grilling traditions.
It is ideal if a brasero is adept at handling both split wood and charcoal. (Lump or briquettes) An added bonus to look for is a type of shuttle plate that closes off the inside of the box to hold your charcoal in place while it burns. When ready, open the shuttle and your embers drop out. For wood you just lay it right in the box and let the coals fall through the slats. See video here for example: https://www.gaucho-grills.com/grill-features
The brasero can create another grill surface or a shelf to keep things warm with an optional Brasero-Top Grate. (When you are not in full blown fire mode.)
How a brasero works.
Things to consider:
Cost. Adding the brasero adds to the cost of the grill. It can be an elaborate component to fabricate. It should be robustly built, and it should bring more to the table than a simple fire log holder.
Space – You are adding about 12” of real estate to have the brasero. If space is limited some people opt to have a larger grill area and skip the brasero.
For a quick synapsis, we recommend the following:
If the budget or space is tight… pass on the brasero.
If your typical grilling is 1 round, like for dinner at a set time… pass on the brasero. Just lift your grill plates up, start your fire underneath the grill area and you’ll be good to go.
If you like to grill or entertain asado style, where you fire up the grill and grill multiple rounds, or grill for several hours at a time, try and get the brasero. It is a tremendous convenience feature to have fuel constantly being prepared while you continue to grill.
Twelve Days of Grilling: Day Three
On the third day of grilling, we grilled two racks of Barbequed Pork Ribs! Thanks to @HoffandPepper for their Original BBQ Sauce (used on rack #1) and Wake Up Call BBQ Sauce (used on rack #2).
We went for a low and slow approach with the grill set at a higher position for a total cook time of about 2 hours. Prior to grilling we applied a homemade dry rub to both of the racks. After we poured on the hot sauce and continued to reapply it every thirty minutes!
Fun Fact: @hoffandpepper, coming all the way from Tennessee, are featured on the current season (season 16) of Hot Ones with the likes of superheroes Spiderman, Hawkeye, The Punisher, and Chris Traeger indulging in their sauce
Twelve Days of Grilling: Day Two
On the second day of grilling, we grilled up two Dry-Aged Tomahawk Ribeye Steaks all the way from Chicago (Merry Christmas to us!) We made sure to get the v grooves nice and hot for a quality sear!
Don't forget the melted compound butter (with rosemary and garlic) on top toward the end of grilling for additional flavor.
Twelve Days of Grilling: Day One
On the first day of Christmas, we used the @stargazercastiron skillet on our Supremo to make this mouthwatering Filet Mignon with homemade Bearnaise Sauce served on Potato and Green Onion Pancakes!
The cast iron skillet gave a good sear on the exterior of the filets and retained the compound butter that we basted them with for added flavor! Finished with a Bearnaise sauce recipe curtesy of @nytimes and garnished with green onions!
A New Year, New Grilling Experiences
We rang in the New Year not even a week ago, and we are already excited about what 2022 is bringing to the table! The past year we grew so much, reached our goals, and helped client’s dreams come true with new installs!
Thank you for those who joined us on that journey and welcome to the newcomers! Let’s keep grilling and chilling together.
Connect with us on Instagram and make sure to tag us on all your grilling updates! We love to hear from you.
Philly Cheesesteak "meats' Argentine-styled Grill
Philly meets Argentina! Check this out: Argentinian-style Philly Cheesesteaks!
Cooked flank steak seasoned in chimichurri sauce, fried onions, topped with Argentinian-style provoletta cheese cooked in a small cast iron skillet directly in the coals. All nestled beautifully in an Amoroso's bakery roll!
A New Home
Good things are worth the wait! Check out this new installation with our Clásico insert 🔥 We are loving everything about this set up, including the aftermarket custom powder coating of the crank wheel to match his pizza oven!
Thanks for the picture update Chris Z! Can’t wait to see what you cook up!
It's the Holiday Season!
It's never too early to start looking for presents! Get your Gaucho Grill supplies just in time for the Holiday Season. Every grill looks better with accessories!
Check out our grill cover for the Supremo and many more grilling accessories by clicking the link in our bio!
Fall Grilling Season
Fall cookouts are so much better by a Gaucho Grill Brasero! The fire will keep you warm while you slow cook your favorite meat. What's your favorite fall grill staple? Ours is the Tomahawk Steaks!
What's your (Wood) Flavor?
Sometimes it’s all about the wood 🪵 seasoned dried hardwood to be exact! Try using different woods like hickory, apple, cherry, or oak, to see how they change the flavor!
What’s your favorite wood to use?
Fall Cookouts featuring The Supremo
Grilling is a lifestyle for us!
The Supremo is a cookout's bestfriend. Smash burgers on the plancha, with @coopercheese on top of course! Hot dogs topped elote-style with grilled corn, chipotle crema, cotija cheese, and a little bit of bacon!
Is your mouthwatering yet?
A Grill for Everyone!
The perfect grill may not exist...but don't let perfection keep you from a really awesome grilling experience.
This Stainless steel Supremo is designed and built to beat your grilling expectations and get you near the top of your grill game!
Welcome to the Family
"I just received my grill and it looks amazing, very good quality and proudly built in the USA! Thank you so much, this is just a piece of art"
-Simone S.
featuring a Medium Clasico insert
Welcome to the Gaucho Grills Family!
It's All About the Wood
Let's talk about wood!
Making sure you have the right wood is an important part of the grilling process! Look for seasoned dried hardwoods, which burn hotter and last longer than softer woods such as pine. Woods like hickory, ash, beech or oak, or from fruit trees like cherry or almond are the best.
You can also add more distinct flavors by using soaked wood chips or mesquite chunks! What's your favorite wood to use for grilling?
Grilling Lifestyle
Let's talk about grills...The Clásico insert to be exact!
Our Grills are made for all-weather durability. The entire grill frame, grill carriage, and ‘V’ groove grill plates are constructed from 304 stainless steel. The hardware used in the assembly of the grill is also 316 stainless steel.
The Brasero’s is also constructed with a stainless steel frame. The Brasero side and rear plates are heavy-duty, robust, stainless steel plates, painted in a black high-temperature powder coat finish.
Best part, they are all constructed in house right in good old Pennsylvania, USA!
Shout out to @dlibrizzi79 for this awesome video of his first asado with a whole tenderloin on his new Clásico insert with Brasero
Grilling Made Easy
The plancha is a great addition to your Gaucho Grill! Simply remove one of your v channels and replace it with our plancha. Whether you're grilling up some smash burgers or frying up some eggs and bacon, the plancha will make it easier!
We Have You Covered
We're not saying you need it, but it's a great addition to keep your grill protected! We currently have grill covers for your Supremo Gaucho Grill in stock.
A Gaucho Grill for the Win
Did you know? Our grills are made for all-weather durability. The entire grill frame, grill carriage, and ‘V’ channel grill plates are constructed from 304 stainless steel. Plus all of the hardware used in the assembly is constructed of 316 stainless steel.
Talk about heavy duty!
Featuring @lucasiturbide Supremo installation
Family Night is Every Night
A family’s bond is unbreakable. They are the certain people that you can count on and make you feel at home, even miles away. Times may get crazy and life may get too busy, but when it all settles down, you can count on them.
At Gaucho Grills we want you to feel that way when you make your grilling journey! We take our time to bring you the highest quality grill that you can enjoy with your family for years to come.
Whether you are reconstructing a brand new patio, with contractors or by yourself, or just looking for a grill that you can incorporate into your, already built, dream patio, you can count on feeling right at home when you make that decision with us.
We take our time with perfecting your new grill, so the only thing you have to worry about is the trip to the grocery store, which is always eventful! Feel free to take a look around on here to see which grill will suit you best and check out our Instagram page for all the latest updates!
Welcome to the Gaucho Grill’s Family!
Grilling Season is Here!
Are you prepared for grilling season? If not, what are you waiting for?! A new grill is only a click away. We have been working hard to get orders out and still figuring out ways to spend time on our own grills. Maybe you are adding a new patio addition to your backyard, in that case the Clasico would be the perfect fit for you. If you are looking for a free standing model, check out our Basico and Supremo models.
Either way you are getting that Argentine styled grilling experience in the comfort of your backyard. Grab the family and some steaks and fire it up!
