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About The Bastard
Company Philosophy
We are Dutch and obsessed with outdoor cooking, committed to providing the best materials and Dutch Design.
Warranty and Registration
The Guarantee
Register your warranty online with your unique serial number to receive weekly recipes and event updates.
Understanding Your Bastard
What's in the Box?
Lists all the components included with The Bastard barbecue for easy identification.
Component Breakdown
Detailed illustration of The Bastard's parts with explanations of their functions and materials.
Assembly and Setup
Preparing for Use Overview
Outlines the three main steps for setting up The Bastard, from base assembly to filling.
Step 1: Assembling the Base
Detailed instructions and tips for assembling the base stand for The Bastard models.
Step 2: Placing The Bastard
Guide on lifting and positioning The Bastard onto the assembled base, ensuring correct alignment.
Step 3: Internal Component Setup
Orderly placement of internal components like the Fire Box, Fire Ring, and Charcoal Basket into The Bastard.
Cooking Operations
Time to Light The Bastard
Announces the readiness to ignite The Bastard for cooking, signaling the start of its use.
Starting Low & Slow
Guidance on achieving low and slow cooking temperatures, including tips for beginners.
Temperature Control
Precise Temperature Management
Guide on using the precision top and damper settings for various temperature ranges and cooking styles.
Safety and Maintenance
Essential Safety Tips
Crucial safety guidelines for indoor/outdoor use, ventilation, unattended operation, and fuel choices.
Caution: Opening the Dome
Important warning about safely opening the dome to prevent sudden flame jets due to oxygen supply.
Cleaning and Care
Instructions for regular cleaning, ash removal, and maintaining the ceramic and metal parts.
Regular Maintenance Checks
Guidance on checking nuts, bolts, moving parts, felt seals, and thermometer calibration.
Winter Preparation
Steps to prepare The Bastard for winter storage, including cleaning and moisture absorption.
Accessories and Versatility
Endless Possibilities Overview
Introduces the versatility of The Bastard with various accessories for different cooking styles.
Plate Setter Versatility
Demonstrates how to use the plate setter with accessories like the Grill Elevator, Half-Moon Grid, and Wok.
Must-Have Accessories
Recommends essential gear to enhance the Bastard experience, directing users to the website for the full range.
Accessory Showcase
Lists specific Bastard accessories with product codes, covering items like gloves, thermometers, and grills.
Kamado Recipes
Planking Salmon
Recipe for cooking salmon on a cedar plank, including ingredients and step-by-step method.
Moink Balls
Recipe for making 'Moink Balls' featuring ground beef, bacon, rub, sauce, and smoke, with preparation steps.