Melting Dome – Chargriller

14,99 € (VAT inc.)

✅ Cheese-melting dome: finish off your burgers straight on the griddle.

✅ Steaming: add a little water and cover the vegetables to prepare a side dish on the same griddle.

✅ Approximate diameter of 30.5 cm: covers a large area; the infographic shows an approximate total height of 10 cm.

✅ Stainless steel: a dome which, according to Char-Griller, is dishwasher-safe.

✅ Heat-resistant handle: makes it easy to position and move the dome whilst cooking.

✅ Designed for Char-Griller Flat Iron grills: expands their uses to include braising, steaming and oven-baking with an additional grill rack.

SKU: 8966 Categories: Barbecue accessories, Basting, Cooking Accessories

The Char-Griller Melting Dome is a lid designed for melting cheese and expanding the range of dishes you can prepare on the grill. Place it over the food to concentrate the heat in a specific area: it’s particularly useful when finishing off burgers or cooking vegetables.

It is designed to be used with Char-Griller Flat Iron grills. Its stainless steel body, handle and approximate diameter of 30.5 cm make it easy to handle during various cooking tasks. As well as melting and steaming, Char-Griller explains how to use it to create an effect similar to that of an oven.

Melted cheese on burgers

Cúpula Char-Griller sobre hamburguesas con queso en una plancha

When the burgers are almost ready, place the cheese on top and cover them with the dome. The residual heat beneath it helps to melt the cheese quickly and evenly, without having to turn the burgers over.

It’s a simple touch to finish off some grilled burgers. The photograph shows the lid lifting away from several burgers with the cheese already melted.

Steamed vegetables on the grill

Cúpula Char-Griller cubriendo verduras y patatas sobre una plancha

To steam vegetables, Char-Griller recommends adding a little water alongside the food and placing the dome on top. The water turns to steam under the dome whilst the grill continues to heat from below.

This way, you can prepare a side dish on the same surface where you’re cooking the rest of the meal. The image shows vegetables and potatoes on the grill; adjust the cooking time until they reach your preferred texture.

Oven effect for other dishes

The dome also allows you to create a cooking environment similar to that of a small oven on top of the grill. Char-Griller suggests using this, for example, to finish off pizzas or rolls after cooking the base.

For this technique, the brand recommends placing a grill rack on the griddle, positioning the food on top and covering it with the dome. The grill rack is an additional accessory: it is not part of the dome.

Less splashing whilst cooking

By covering an area of the barbecue, the dome helps to contain splashes of juices and oil that some foods can produce. It’s particularly handy when you want to keep your work surface tidier.

Simply place it over the food that is splattering. It doesn’t eliminate the need to clean the griddle afterwards, but it can reduce the mess around the covered area.

Heat-resistant handle for moving it

Vista superior del asa de la cúpula Char-Griller

The top handle provides a grip for positioning the dome, lifting it and moving it around whilst cooking. Char-Griller describes it as heat-resistant, a useful feature when switching between different foods on the grill.

The top view shows its shape and central position. As with any utensil used on a hot surface, check its temperature before handling it after prolonged cooking.

Stainless steel and dishwasher safe

Vista frontal de la cúpula de acero inoxidable Char-Griller

The body of the dome is made of stainless steel. Its dome-shaped design covers the food whilst leaving the handle accessible at the top, as shown in the front view.

Cleaning is easier after use: the Char-Griller user guide states that the dome is dishwasher-safe. Allow it to cool before cleaning or storing it.

30.5 cm diameter to cover a larger area

Infografía de la cúpula Char-Griller con diámetro aproximado de 30,5 cm y altura total aproximada de 10 cm

Char-Griller specifies a diameter of 12 inches, approximately 30.5 cm. This size helps you cover an area of the grill or several small pieces of food placed together, depending on the space they take up.

The infographic provided also shows an approximate total height of 10 cm, including the handle. It gives you an at-a-glance view of the diameter, height, grip handle and stainless steel body.

First use

Remove the packaging and check that the handle is securely attached.
Wash the dome before it comes into contact with food and dry it thoroughly.
Place it on the griddle to check how much space it covers before you start cooking.

During cooking

For melting cheese: once the burgers are cooked, place the cheese on top and cover them with the dome until it melts.
For steaming vegetables: add a little water beside the vegetables on the griddle, cover them and cook until they reach the desired texture.
For an oven-style effect: Char-Griller states that a rack can be placed on the griddle, with the food positioned on top and covered with the dome. The rack is an additional accessory and is not included with the dome.

Move the dome using the handle and lift it carefully, as hot steam may build up underneath. Although the manufacturer describes the handle as heat resistant, check its temperature before gripping it after prolonged use.

After cooking

Remove the dome from the cooking area and place it on a surface suitable for hot utensils.
Allow it to cool before washing or storing it.

Cleaning

Remove any food residue and wash the dome after use. Char-Griller states that it is dishwasher safe. Dry it before storing it.

Maintenance

Periodically check the condition of the body and handle. If the handle is loose or any part is damaged, stop using the dome until the issue has been resolved.

Storage

Store the dome clean and dry in a protected place. Avoid placing heavy objects on the handle.

Type: griddle dome with handle.
Use
- Melting cheese over burgers and other foods.
- Steaming vegetables.
- Creating an oven-style effect with an additional rack.
Compatibility stated by the manufacturer: Char-Griller Flat Iron griddles.
Body material: stainless steel.
Handle: heat resistant.
Cleaning: dishwasher safe.
Dimensions
- Width (diameter): approximately 30.5 cm.
- Overall height, including handle: approximately 10 cm.
- Depth (diameter): approximately 30.5 cm.
Box contents
- 1 dome with handle.

Cheeseburgers with griddled potatoes

A recipe for 4 people in which the Char-Griller dome is used at the end of cooking to melt the cheese over the meat.

Cheeseburgers and potatoes prepared on a griddle using the Char-Griller dome

Ingredients for 4 people

600 g minced beef.
4 slices of good melting cheese.
600 g small potatoes or potatoes cut into pieces.
2 tablespoons olive oil.
Salt and pepper to taste.
4 burger buns, if you want to serve them as burgers.

Method

Prepare the potatoes. Boil them until tender, drain them and dry them thoroughly. Shape the beef into four burgers and keep them refrigerated until ready to cook.
Brown the potatoes. Heat the Flat Iron griddle, add a little oil and cook the potatoes until golden on several sides. Season them and move them to another area of the griddle or keep them warm to one side.
Cook the burgers. Place them on the hot griddle and turn them once they are browned on the first side. The cooking time will depend on their thickness. Use a thermometer to check that the centre of the minced beef reaches at least 70 °C for 2 minutes.
Melt the cheese under the dome. Place one slice of cheese on each cooked burger, cover them with the dome and wait until the cheese has melted. There is no need to add water for this step.
Serve. Carefully remove the dome, serve the burgers with the potatoes and, if you prefer, place them in lightly toasted burger buns.