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Say “tabletop grill” to someone and their first thought will probably be one of those old-school cast-iron hibachis. Interesting, but super-heavy, full of charcoal ash, and with the smallest possible cooking surface. Think again: This lightweight, stainless-steel propane tabletop grill from Cuisinart is everything those old rust buckets aren’t, and it’s 32% off right now at Amazon.
Small but Powerful
Clearly it was time to rethink the tabletop grill, and who better than prestigious culinary brand Cuisinart? Their version of portable tabletop grilling is the Chef’s Style Stainless Tabletop Grill. It’s remarkably lightweight — just 24 pounds – and fully ready to cook in just 10 minutes with no dirty charcoal or lighter fluid to deal with. Hook it up to a standard 20-pound propane tank and it delivers a powerful 20,000 BTUs of cooking power across a surprisingly large surface area that can hold up to 15 burgers and is also perfect for large slabs of meat.
Like the exterior, the cooking grates of the Chef’s Style Stainless Tabletop Grill are stainless steel, far lighter and easier to clean than the cast iron grates you find on many propane or charcoal grills. The 20,000 BTUs are divided into two independently controlled burners, so your food cooks evenly and quickly, and you can set up two separate heat zones — one for meat and one for vegetables, perhaps.
Grab and Go Cookouts
We’ve seen “portable” charcoal grills, and good luck taking one of those anywhere without spilling greasy charcoal ash either on yourself or in your car or both. The Cuisinart Chef’s Style Stainless Tabletop Grill is beautifully designed for ultimate ease of portability, setup, and breakdown. The stainless steel cover locks down, the legs are foldable, and there is a built-in handle for comfortable carrying.
Need more additions to the vast appeal of this portable powerhouse? How about a twist-start automatic ignition so you’re never fumbling with matches on a breezy day? Or an integrated thermometer on the grill cover that lets you manage the cooking temperature via the knobs that control the two burners? With all of these great features and the reputation behind the Cuisinart name, you might be braced for a little sticker shock when it comes to price, but the Cuisinart Chef’s Style Stainless Tabletop Grill normally sells for just $250, and thanks to this great 32% off deal at Amazon, it’s just $170 right now.
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