{"product_id":"kamado-joe-jr-round-soapstone-cooking-surface","title":"Kamado Joe Jr. Round Soapstone Cooking Surface","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description-cgs\" style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Better Solid-Surface Option for Small Kamado Grills\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eKamado Joe Jr. Round Soapstone Cooking Surface\u003c\/strong\u003e gives you a smooth, solid cooking surface for fish, seafood, vegetables, steaks, burgers, and other foods that benefit from even contact heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasuring approximately \u003cstrong\u003e10.5 inches in diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e, the round soapstone fits inside the 13.5-inch Joe Jr. cooking area while leaving open perimeter space for optimal airflow. The thick soapstone distributes heat evenly across the stone and helps minimize flare-ups by keeping drippings from falling directly into the fire.\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 entire 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\u003eExceptional Searing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Once fully preheated, soapstone provides a hot, even surface for edge-to-edge browning on steaks and burgers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo Seasoning Required:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unlike cast iron, natural soapstone is non-porous and will not rust.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact Joe Jr. Fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dedicated 10.5-inch round design creates a solid cooking zone inside the 13.5-inch Joe Jr.\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-jr-soap-stone-set-up-600px_600x600.jpg?v=1777151563\" alt=\"Kamado Joe Jr. round soapstone cooking surface positioned over the charcoal fire in a Joe Jr. 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 Cook delicate fillets, scallops, and shrimp on a smooth surface without food falling through a cooking grid.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSteaks \u0026amp; Burgers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully preheat the stone for a hot, evenly heated 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 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 grid.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eSize \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural non-porous soapstone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 10.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e KJ15090720\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fits Kamado Joe Jr. (13.5\" grill)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther Small Kamados:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 10.5-inch soapstone can be used on other small grills, including the Big Green Egg MiniMax \u0026amp; Small, and Primo Junior Oval. Simply sit the soapstone directly on top of the main cooking grid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLooking for Classic or Big Joe sizes?\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/products\/kamado-joe-half-moon-soapstone-classic-big-joe\" title=\"Kamado Joe Big Joe \u0026amp; Classic Joe Soapstone Cooking Surfaces\"\u003eClick here for Kamado Joe Half-Moon Soapstones (18\" \u0026amp; 24\").\u003c\/a\u003e\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, excellent browning, and no seasoning required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCast Iron:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent high-heat cooking with traditional grate or griddle options; requires reseasoning to help 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 heat up slowly. Let it cool down completely before washing. Never submerge or splash a hot stone with cold water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash with warm, soapy water and a soft brush or sponge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe soapstone can also be cleaned in the dishwasher once fully 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. 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