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Originally Posted by Chingyul
I was looking to pick up a cheap portable fire pit/pan for the backyard.
It would mostly be for a simple backyard fire, but I wouldn't mind doing some cooking from time to time with some sort of grate.
Was looking through at Can Tire today and most of them state that it's not to be used as a cooking appliance.
Anyone know why that is? Is there actually a health concern?
That said, debating if I get one of these cheapies, or maybe build one of these block/paver ones.
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You just want to make sure the material used is food safe and suitable for prolonged exposure to high heat.
You'll want to go with stainless/carbon steel or cast iron that hasn't been coated or plated or galvanized.
My suggestion is to actually get a stainless steel grate but get a big wide carbon steel pan for the actual cooking. It's a pain in the ass when food slips partially through the grate or rolls away, and with a seasoned carbon steel pan you'll be dealing with things sticking far less than you will on a traditional grate.