Would this burner be overkill for basic outdoor cooking?
1244783
Overkill? Not really. With the ability to have a low flame for cooking, and an extremely high flame for things like frying, wok cooking and other high temp cooking, this unit is versatile enough to handle all cooking jobs big and small.
1244784
Hi, not sure what you mean by basic cooking? I think that this cooker has a wide range of heat output, from a very low flame to wok cooking with super high heat. The flame can be just an inch high, or it can be about 8 inches from the burner. I mainly use it for wok cooking, which in general needs a much higher BTU than what my indoor range can provide, and there is no issue of smoke outside. So I hope this answers your question. My only gripe with this burner, super sooty a lot of incomplete burning of the propane. But besides that it is a very good burner.
1244785
I would think that one could cook on it. The flame is very adjustable and it certainly could bring a pot to a boil quickly. Personally, I wouldn't hesitate to use it for general cooking, however, it really shines for canning or steaming shrimp ect. I have two and both are really nice.
734357
this is actually not a stove but a light weight windscreen that can surround most portable single burner stoves. this will allow the stove to burn hotter even in a reasonable wind
2112764
I used open fire (wood) in the backyard. Played with size of the fire and distance from it to the can to get it right. Using a grill would probably work, too, although it might get stained. You need a lot of heat, so a gas stove would not be enough, in my opinion, at least outside in any kind of wind. And I would never heat it up inside because of the smell. The plastic parts are pretty useless, they melt and break. The product itself is great. The quality of repair is excellent.
769647
Honestly from my experience I wouldn't cook anything considered delicate. My burner is more low, medium and high it's difficult to be precise.
68421
I wouldn't. I don't think the enamel can handle open flame You probably want to stick to Lodge cast iron for outdoor fires.
1312730
You should probably start with how you intend to use the burner. (for heating up a cup on the trail) ... where the home made stand or the ultralight stand would be fine ... if you need to cook on something more stable in a small footprint the firebox/emberlit types are a good choice for flexibility ... I actually like the simple Sterno Stove myself. IMO it offers the most stable platform. It breaks down flat to small enough size. You can use all the other materials, (chips, sticks, charcoal, pellets) to burn when you are out of alcohol and it is inexpensive. I did modify/fashion a mesh grate and burn plate to enhance it but still the most stable for any of my purposes. You should probably start with how you intend to use the burner. (for heating up a cup on the trail) ... where the home made stand or the ultralight stand would be fine ... if you need to cook on something more stable in a small footprint the firebox/emberlit types are a good choice for flexibility ... I actually like the simple Sterno Stove myself. IMO it offers the most stable platform. It breaks down flat to small enough size. You can use all the other materials, (chips, sticks, charcoal, pellets) to burn when you are out of alcohol and it is inexpensive. I did modify/fashion a mesh... » Read More You should probably start with how you intend to use the burner. (for heating up a cup on the trail) ... where the home made stand or the ultralight stand would be fine ... if you need to cook on something more stable in a small footprint the firebox/emberlit types are a good choice for flexibility ... I actually like the simple Sterno Stove myself. IMO it offers the most stable platform. It breaks down flat to small enough size. You can use all the other materials, (chips, sticks, charcoal, pellets) to burn when you are out of alcohol and it is inexpensive. I did modify/fashion a mesh grate and burn plate to enhance it but still the most stable for any of my purposes. « Show Less
49363
Yes, grandpa did it. Propane torch would be easier. A stainless steel bowl is what I use. on a hotplate.The furnace for lead is MUCH safer. One burn (automatically 3rd degree) is more than it's cost.
1312731
try Liberty Mountain Westwind Stove Set without Burner. Haven't tried it out yet, waiting for summer campout in July.
1037547
you can, but this burner would be tremendous overkill for something like that.
640659
I would not recommend it. The unit can be VERY smoky when starting it up. It is definitely an open flame. Once the wood has caught fire it behaves like a high intensity gas burner, and is much hotter than charcoal. It's fast and excellent at what it does, but does not do low, slow heat.
1045532
I used this stove in my garage. Since it's hooked up to a propane tank, it's better off to cook outside or in the garage with proper care.
989920
If you have somethying to cook it on. I use mine outdoors on the grill side burner as it omits a steady stream of stem from the hole in the top.
43087
Pot is top of the line. I agree it could be that your burner will not go low enough. A flame tamer works great.
921573
Not really. I think this is better for an outdoor fire, note the long handle. It is also made of cast iron, not cast aluminum. I think cast iron is far superior and gives you an even toast without burning. We use these over our fire pit and they are great. Season them and they virtually are non- stick. In my experience, this is a really good product
191031
Not sure it's safer it's an open flame, it is certainly better built and gets MUCH hotter. If safety is a concern get an inductive burner.
187744
I would not. That would be a question for the folks at Lodge, however, I use my cast iron skillets outside on open fire and different types of grills. No problem. I would be fearful that it might scar my glass top range. I am not the authority on the cookware, however, I sure enjoy using it out by our pool and on camping trips.
1706348
Absolutely the heating plate is large and the temperature control goes from low to very hot. I have an outdoor kitchen and used the burner for canning myself. You shouldn't have any problem with this unit.