Why Every Serious Pitmaster Needs a Cast Iron Griddle in Their Setup

Author: Sasha Halabi  Date Posted:21 October 2025 

If you’re serious about charcoal BBQ, there’s one piece of gear that will transform your cook-ups more than anything else: a heavy-duty cast iron griddle. It’s the secret to even heat, perfect searing, and the ability to cook foods that just don’t work on an open grill.

At Flaming Coals, our 50 x 25 cm Cast Iron Griddle is built for pitmasters who want versatility and consistency. It’s the perfect addition to your spit roaster setup, kettle  (head over to BBQ Spit Rotisseries to view it here), or open-fire rig because the best BBQ isn’t just about meat on a rod. It’s also about controlling the cooking surface.

Even Heat, Zero Warping

Cast irons have been the gold standard for outdoor cooking for decades, and for good reason. Unlike thin metal plates that warp or burn food in hot spots, cast iron distributes heat evenly and holds it like a battery. Once it’s hot, it stays hot, no more chasing temperature drops every time you flip a steak.

This consistent heat is what lets you develop crust on your food without overcooking the inside. For pitmasters, that means more control and better results with less effort.

Cook More Than Just Meat on a Griddle

A griddle opens up a whole new world of cooking over charcoal. Instead of being limited to skewers or grill grates, you can use the Flaming Coals Cast Iron Griddle to cook:

  • Perfectly seared steaks with restaurant-quality crust

  • Smash burgers with caramelised edges

  • Delicate seafood like prawns, scallops, or fish fillets without them sticking or falling apart

  • Breakfast favourites like eggs, bacon, and pancakes while camping

  • Veggies, haloumi, or flatbreads as sides to your spit-roasted meats

Beef patties sizzling on a cast iron griddle over charcoal, with melted cheese, bacon, and onions cooking for juicy smashed burgers.

No matter what you’re cooking, the griddle holds heat evenly and gives you a consistent, controllable surface right over the fire.

Why the Flaming Coals 50 x 25 cm Cast Iron Griddle Stands Out

Our griddle is designed with BBQ lovers in mind. At 50 x 25 cm, it’s large enough to cook multiple portions at once but still easy to move and clean. The heavy-duty cast iron construction means it won’t warp under high heat, and the smooth surface gives a natural non-stick effect when seasoned properly.

It fits perfectly over most Flaming Coals spit frames, charcoal trays, or open-fire setups. Whether you’re running a spit roast, a camping rig, or a backyard fire pit, this griddle drops straight in and upgrades your cooking instantly.

Check out the Flaming Coals 50 x 25 cm Cast Iron Griddle here.

Compatible Accessories to Take It Further

Pair the griddle with other Flaming Coals gear to get the most out of your setup:

  • Spit Rotisseries: Run a spit on one side and a griddle on the other for a two-zone cook

  • Charcoal Trays: Get consistent heat under your griddle while managing fuel easily

  • Pizza Ovens or Fire Pits: Use the griddle inside to cook sides while your main dish finishes

Cheesy baked potatoes cooking inside a Flaming Coals wood-fired pizza oven on a cast iron griddle pan with flames glowing in the background.

This flexibility is why cast iron griddles are a pitmaster essential; they turn one fire into multiple cooking zones without extra equipment.

Ready to Upgrade Your Setup?

If you’ve been relying only on grills or rods, it’s time to add a cast-iron griddle to your kit. The Flaming Coals 50 x 25 cm Cast Iron Griddle lets you sear, smash, fry, and cook everything you can’t on a grill, all with that unbeatable charcoal flavour.

Add it to your setup and start cooking like a pro.

Shop the Flaming Coals 50 x 25 cm Cast Iron Griddle now.