Why Stainless Grates Alone Limit Your Grill

Introduction

Grilling with only Weber stainless steel grates often feels limiting. While they’re excellent for burgers, steaks, and sausages, they fall short when it comes to versatile cooking. Delicate or smaller foods like bacon, hash browns, eggs, and even rice either fall through the cracks or require risky workarounds. The grill grate’s open design isn’t made for everything.

This is where the Arteflame insert becomes a game-changer. By combining a traditional grate with a solid, flat griddle surface, the insert expands your grill’s capabilities dramatically. Foods that were once impossible — like pancakes, stir-fry, or even seared scallops — become grill-worthy. You don’t need to replace your grill to get gourmet results — just upgrade it with an Arteflame insert and unlock a new world of outdoor cooking potential.

Why Griddle Plus Grate Works

The combination of a griddle and grill grate in one system isn’t just a novelty — it transforms how you cook. With a griddle surface, your grill becomes an all-in-one cooking station, taking it far beyond basic barbecue fare.

Versatility That Stainless Grates Can't Match

Most grill enthusiasts quickly discover the limitations of bare stainless steel grates. Foods with high fat content (like bacon) catch fire easily or slip through. Crumbly or delicate foods like hash browns or fish fillets stick or disintegrate. And forget about making breakfast or stir-fries.

Here’s a list of popular foods that often can't be cooked properly on just stainless steel grates:

• Bacon – falls through or burns due to flare-ups
• Eggs – impossible to cook directly on open grates
• Hash Browns – break apart before cooking through
• Sliced Veggies – drop through grates or char unevenly
• Thin Fish Fillets – stick and fall apart
• Rice and Noodles – can’t cook without a pan
• Pancakes – need a smooth, flat surface

With an Arteflame insert, these dishes are not only possible — they’re effortless.

Sear and Sizzle Simultaneously

The hybrid design of the Arteflame insert means you can sear a steak over flames while simultaneously caramelizing onions on the griddle. No extra pans, no need to go indoors. This dual-zone cooking surface allows you to manage different textures and cooking times in one space.

It’s especially helpful during large gatherings where you need efficiency. You can keep some foods warm on the griddle while others cook on the grill — no need to juggle everything between burners or worry about overcooking.

Healthier and Cleaner Cooking

Cooking on an Arteflame griddle means fewer flare-ups because fats and oils don’t drip directly into the fire. Not only does this prevent charring and burning, but it also keeps your food tasting natural while reducing harmful smoke. Plus, cleanup is easier. Instead of scraping around grill grates full of soot, just wipe the flat surface clean once it cools.

Supports Broader Cooking Techniques

The griddle side introduces you to cooking techniques that were impossible on grill grates alone:

• Sautéing: Make stir-fries, onions, peppers, and even garlic without a pan.
• Toasting: Griddle-toasted buns, tortillas, and even gnocchi become flavorful with crispy edges.
• Simmering: Add a lid to trap heat and slow-cook delicate ingredients.
• Deglazing: Collect and reduce flavorful juices directly on the surface.

These techniques open you up to everything from gourmet breakfasts to savory tapas — all powered by your existing grill enhanced with the Arteflame insert.

Bring Indoor Comfort Outdoors

For many, the grill is a seasonal tool. But with the Arteflame insert, you can grill year-round. The solid steel griddle retains heat better and offers warm zones even in cooler temperatures. Rain or wind won’t blow through open grates and extinguish your options. Whether it's pancakes in spring, stir-fry in summer, or bacon and eggs on a brisk fall morning — the Arteflame unlocks true, all-weather cooking power.

Conclusion

The Arteflame insert isn't just an accessory — it's a serious upgrade for any grill owner stuck with traditional stainless steel grates. By combining a grill grate with a solid griddle surface, you get the best of both worlds: open flame flavor and versatile, flat-surface control.

Made entirely in the USA using 100% US steel, these inserts are built for lifetime durability. Unlike cast iron, which is heavy, brittle, and prone to cracking, Arteflame’s steel construction resists damage and never requires seasoning. Engineered in accordance with rigorous US food hygiene standards, these inserts guarantee a cleaner, healthier, and more dependable cooking experience. Turn your current grill into a gourmet outdoor kitchen — one that never says “no” to your favorite foods.