Controlled Heat & Moisture-Rich Cooking

The Kamado Joe Big Joe Half Moon Soapstone Cooking Surface is built for precision and control on a larger scale. Designed for the 24-inch Divide & Conquer® Flexible Cooking System, this solid surface delivers even heat, reduced flare-ups, and superior moisture retention—ideal for delicate foods and high-quality finishes.

Unlike traditional grates, the soapstone creates a dedicated cooking zone that excels at consistent, controlled heat while keeping juices close to the food for better flavor—perfect for managing larger cooks with precision.

Primary Uses

• Delicate Food Cooking: Ideal for fish, scallops, shrimp, and vegetables that benefit from a solid cooking surface
• Moisture-Rich Cooking: Helps proteins retain natural juices for more flavorful results
• Low-Flare Cooking: Reduces flare-ups by preventing drippings from reaching the fire
• Two-Zone Flexibility: Use alongside a grate or deflector to create direct and indirect cooking zones across a larger grill

What This Means When You Cook

• Even Heat Distribution: Soapstone spreads heat evenly across the surface, reducing hot spots
• Better Flavor Retention: Juices stay close to the food instead of dripping away
• Gentle, Controlled Cooking: Ideal for foods that require consistent heat without aggressive searing
• Natural Non-Stick Surface: Smooth stone allows food to release more easily than metal grates

How It Differs from Cast Iron

• Less Aggressive Sear: Provides a more even, controlled cooking surface compared to cast iron
• More Forgiving: Better suited for foods that can burn easily
• Cleaner Cooking: Reduces flare-ups and limits direct flame contact

Technical Specifications

• Material: Natural Soapstone
• Size: 24-inch half-moon surface
• Compatibility: Fits Kamado Joe Big Joe I, II, and III

CGS Pro Tip: Let the soapstone fully preheat before cooking. Once up to temperature, it delivers incredibly even heat and is more forgiving than cast iron—perfect for delicate foods, even during larger cooks.

Brand Compatibility & Trademark Notice

Since 2005, Ceramic Grill Store (CGS) has been an independent manufacturer and retailer of kamado grill accessories.

CGS is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or owned by 26North Partners LP or Kamado Joe. All brand names, logos, and trademarks are used solely for compatibility and product identification purposes.