Why Grill Grates Alone Limit Your BBQ Game

Introduction

Grill grates are a backyard staple, but let’s face it—cooking with just grates has major limitations. Sure, you can sear steaks and grill hot dogs, but what about bacon? Eggs? Hash browns? Cooking rice or smaller seafood like shrimp? All of these slip through the grates or burn easily. Grates simply can't handle delicate, finely chopped, or high-fat foods effectively.

This is where the Arteflame Insert changes everything. Designed to fit into most standard grills, the Arteflame combines the power of a traditional grill grate with the versatility of a high-quality griddle. You instantly double your cooking potential and breathe new life into your existing grill—all without having to buy a brand-new setup.

Benefits of Griddle + Grate

Adding a griddle surface to your grill opens up a whole world of culinary possibilities. An Arteflame insert doesn’t just complement the grill grates—it transforms your outdoor cooking experience altogether.

Expanded Cooking Menu

• Delicate foods: Eggs, pancakes, and hash browns cook perfectly on a flat surface. No more losing half your breakfast through the grill grates.
• Sautéed or stir-fried dishes: Grilling veggies, fried rice, or shrimp on a griddle means better heat control and no risk of food falling between the bars.
• Sizzle-friendly meats: Bacon, sausage, and smash burgers sear evenly and stay juicy thanks to the solid iron surface.
• Global flavors: Want to try Korean BBQ or hibachi-style cooking? A griddle offers you the control and surface area to get creative.

Even Heat Distribution

Unlike traditional grill grates that create hot spots and uneven sear marks, a griddle delivers consistent heat across its entire surface. This ensures food cooks uniformly and reduces the risk of burning one side while undercooking the other.

Grease Management

The Arteflame insert’s design naturally allows grease to move away from the heat, minimizing flare-ups. This not only reduces smoke but also helps maintain the flavor integrity of your food.

Dual-Zone Cooking

You no longer have to choose between grilling and griddling. The Arteflame insert lets you use the grill grate for direct flame searing while simultaneously cooking more delicate items on the outer, flat griddle ring. Sear a steak while sautéing onions—for example—all on the same surface.

Perfect for Entertaining

When hosting, efficiency matters. With a larger, multi-functional cooking surface, you’ll speed up the cooking process and keep guests satisfied with a wider range of food choices ready at once.

Compatible With Your Grill

The Arteflame insert is designed to retrofit easily into many standard gas, charcoal, or pellet grills. Whether you own a Weber, Traeger, or Big Green Egg, chances are there’s an Arteflame insert built for your make and model.

Low Maintenance, High Payoff

Arteflame’s US steel surface is naturally seasoned over time, much like a cast iron skillet. However, unlike cast iron, it’s more durable and less prone to cracking, making cleanup easier and longevity significantly better.

Conclusion

If you're still grilling with just grates, you're leaving flavor and functionality on the table. The Arteflame Insert revolutionizes your existing grill by adding a griddle surface, elevating what you can cook and how well you can cook it. Built with 100% US Steel—not cast iron—Arteflame inserts are engineered to last a lifetime without the brittleness or cracking so common in cast iron products.

Manufactured entirely in the USA and built to adhere to high food hygiene standards, Arteflame inserts are more than an upgrade; they’re a complete transformation. Don’t settle for a half-capable grill—revitalize your BBQ experience with an Arteflame Insert today.