Fire. Meat. Motion.
Every meal becomes a primal experience.
The Big Green Egg Rotisserie brings live-fire cooking to another level. With hands-free rotation and self-basting performance, it creates juicy interiors and crisp, flame-kissed exteriors that rival any restaurant. Whole chickens, pork shoulders, even prime rib come off the spit with smoky flavor and show-stopping presentation.
Step One: Prepare the Grill
Place your Big Green Egg on a stable, level surface. Remove the standard cooking grid and set up for direct cooking with no convEGGtor. Fill the firebox with lump charcoal.
- For lid-open cooking: use less charcoal and bank it to the back.
- For lid-closed cooking: fill the charcoal to the fire ring.
- Light the charcoal and bring the Egg to your desired temperature. Keep the draft door and rEGGulator closed if cooking with the lid open.
Step Two: Install the Rotisserie
Open the dome and locate the gasket.
Attach the rotisserie mounts directly across from each other, making sure the black silicone pads rest on the glazed exterior.
Slide the motor onto the larger mount and plug it into power with the included USB-C cable and adapter, or use a USB-C battery pack for portable cooks.
Never allow the grill to exceed 600°F (315°C).
Step Three: Prepare the Spit Rod
Slide one fork onto the rod and tighten it.
Skewer your protein onto the rod, centering it for balance.
Press the forks firmly into the food and secure both sides.
Step Four: Start the Rotisserie
Insert the pointed end of the spit rod into the motor. Rest the handle end in the opposite bracket. Ensure the rod spins freely, then flip the motor switch to ON for smooth, consistent rotation.
Step Five: Choose Your Cooking Style
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Lid Open
- Dramatic live-fire presentation with flame-kissed flavor.
- Keep the dome open, draft door, and rEGGulator closed.
- Best for quick cooks, interactive experiences, and entertaining.
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Lid Closed
- Perfect for low-and-slow cooks with steady heat.
- Close the dome and draft door, use the rEGGulator to maintain temperature.
- Expect a small gap where the spit passes through the dome; this is normal.
More Tips, Care, and Safety
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Pro Tips
- Center your protein on the spit for smooth rotation.
- Tie wings/legs with butcher’s twine to keep them secure.
- Use less charcoal banked to the back for lid-open cooks.
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Cleaning & Care
- Allow all components to cool completely before handling.
- Wipe the motor with a damp cloth only; do not submerge.
- Wash the spit and forks in warm, soapy water and dry.
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Storage & Safety
- Store the Rotisserie in the molded case for protection.
- Keep the case clean and hang it by the built-in loop.
- Store indoors to protect the motor and stainless finish.
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How to Light & Maintain Temps
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Lifetime Warranty Explained
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