{"product_id":"kamado-joe-half-moon-soapstone-classic-big-joe","title":"Kamado Joe Half-Moon Soapstone Cooking Surfaces","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description-cgs\" style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEven Heat, Fewer Flare-Ups \u0026amp; Versatile Cooking\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eKamado Joe Half-Moon Soapstone Cooking Surface\u003c\/strong\u003e gives you a smooth, solid cooking surface for everything from delicate seafood and vegetables to steaks and other proteins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in \u003cstrong\u003e18-inch for Classic Joe \u0026amp; Konnected Joe and 24-inch for Big Joe grills\u003c\/strong\u003e, the thick soapstone distributes heat evenly while helping reduce flare-ups from dripping fats and juices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned to work with the \u003cstrong\u003eDivide \u0026amp; Conquer Flexible Cooking System\u003c\/strong\u003e, the half-moon shape lets you pair the soapstone with another cooking surface on the opposite side of the grill. Use it alongside a stainless grid, cast iron surface, or heat deflector to build the cooking setup that best matches your food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"Kamado Joe soapstone cooking surface\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/BTro9hG_Qqc?si=qFuXq6oedFoI5ZSk\" style=\"position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEven Heat Distribution:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thick soapstone spreads heat across the cooking surface to help minimize hot spots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReduced Flare-Ups:\u003c\/strong\u003e The solid surface keeps dripping fats and juices from falling directly into the charcoal fire.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmooth, Non-Stick Surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides an excellent cooking surface for fish, scallops, shrimp, vegetables, and other delicate foods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExcellent for Searing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Once fully preheated, soapstone provides a hot, even surface for steaks, burgers, and other proteins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStain-Resistant Surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural soapstone is easy to clean and does not require seasoning like cast iron.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHalf-Moon Flexibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use the soapstone on one side of the Divide \u0026amp; Conquer system while running a different cooking surface on the other.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eWhat You Can Cook\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/6648\/files\/kamado-joe-soapstone-searing-scallops.jpg?v=1788637579\" alt=\"Scallops searing on a Kamado Joe soapstone cooking surface in a Classic Joe grill\" style=\"width: 100%; max-width: 600px; height: auto; margin: 20px 0; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFish \u0026amp; Seafood:\u003c\/strong\u003e A smooth surface makes it easier to cook delicate fillets, scallops, and shrimp without food falling through a cooking grid.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSteaks \u0026amp; Burgers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Preheat the stone for an evenly heated solid surface that produces excellent browning and crust.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVegetables:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cook sliced or smaller vegetables without losing pieces through the cooking grate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDelicate Foods:\u003c\/strong\u003e The smooth surface provides controlled contact heat for foods that can be difficult to manage on an open grate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eChoose the Right Soapstone Size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/6648\/files\/kamado-joe-soapstone-heating-up.jpg?v=1788637863\" alt=\"Kamado Joe soapstone heating on the lower level of the Divide \u0026amp; Conquer system in a Big Joe grill\" style=\"width: 100%; max-width: 600px; height: auto; margin: 20px 0; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClassic Joe and Big Joe grills use different size soapstone surfaces. Choose the half-moon soapstone designed for your grill size:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassic Joe 18-inch Soapstone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fits Kamado Joe Classic Joe Series and the 18-inch Konnected Joe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBig Joe 24-inch Soapstone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fits Kamado Joe Big Joe Series grills.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeed a Joe Jr. Soapstone?\u003c\/strong\u003e Looking for a full round soapstone specifically sized for the 13.5-inch Joe Jr.? \u003ca href=\"\/products\/kamado-joe-jr-round-soapstone-cooking-surfacee\" title=\"Joe Junior Round Soapstone Cooking Surface\"\u003eClick here for the Joe Jr. Soapstone Cooking Surface.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBig Green Egg Fitment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kamado Joe also lists the Classic-size soapstone as compatible with the Large Big Green Egg and the Big Joe-size soapstone as compatible with the XL Big Green Egg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eSoapstone vs. Cast Iron\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth soapstone and cast iron are excellent high-heat cooking surfaces, but they cook differently. Soapstone provides a smooth, evenly heated surface with no open gaps for food or drippings to fall through. Cast iron is a better choice when you specifically want traditional raised grill marks or the versatility of a ribbed cooking surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoapstone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth solid surface, even heat, reduced flare-ups, and no seasoning required. Best with fish, delicate foods, or edge-to-edge high-heat searing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCast Iron:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent rapid heat retention. Choose grates for defined grill marks, or griddles for solid-surface blackening and smash burgers. Requires seasoning to prevent rust.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eCare \u0026amp; Cleaning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThermal Shock Warning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Always allow the soapstone to cool down completely before washing. Never submerge a hot stone in cold water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash with warm, soapy water and a soft sponge or brush.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe soapstone can also be cleaned in the dishwasher once cooled.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore in a cool, dry place when not in use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever place a hot soapstone directly on a table, countertop, or non-heat-resistant surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCGS Pro Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Give the soapstone plenty of time to fully preheat before adding food. Because of its mass, the stone takes longer to come up to temperature than a stainless cooking grid, but once heated it provides an exceptionally even cooking surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBrand \u0026amp; Trademark Notice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 0.78rem; line-height: 1.5; opacity: 0.8;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince 2005, Ceramic Grill Store (CGS) has been an independent manufacturer and retailer of kamado grill accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCGS is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or owned by 26North Partners LP or Kamado Joe. All brand names, logos, and trademarks are used solely for compatibility and product identification purposes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Kamado Joe®","offers":[{"title":"Classic 18\"","offer_id":41633146765370,"sku":"CJ-HCGSSTONE","price":139.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Big 24\"","offer_id":41633146798138,"sku":"BJ-HCGSSTONE","price":179.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/6648\/files\/kamado-joe-big-joe-half-moon-soapstone-cooking-surface-bj-hcgsstone.jpg?v=1777210224","url":"https:\/\/ceramicgrillstore.com\/products\/kamado-joe-half-moon-soapstone-classic-big-joe","provider":"Ceramic Grill Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}