Flare-ups occur when drippings such as fat, grease, or juices from meat fall onto the heating element or source, causing sudden high heat and, often, brief flames in some grills and smokers.
Preventing Flare-ups
Flare-ups can harm your MEATER probes. Follow these steps to minimize flare-ups and learn how to manage probes affected by high heat.
- Opt for low and slow cooking over direct heat to reduce flare-up risks.
- When searing meat, we suggest cooking low and slow using indirect heat and removing the probe during a reverse sear.
- Watch this MEATER ProKnow video on YouTube for searing techniques.
- Place a cooking sheet or multiple layers of foil beneath the probe to serve as a protective heat shield.
- Use a drip pan to catch grease and prevent it from reaching the fire, reducing the chance of flare-ups.
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Key Details About Pro Series MEATER Pro probes are built to endure high ambient temperatures, up to 1000°F / 550°C, making them ideal for various cooking methods like grilling and searing. These probes are designed to handle elevated temperatures and are marketed for use over open flames. When you see a Flare-up Warning, it may activate due to rapid temperature shifts, even if no flare-up occurs. |
Flare-Up Warnings:
A Flare-up Warning may appear on your MEATER device when a drastic temperature change is detected. This notification can be triggered by various factors, and it does not always indicate an actual flare-up is occurring.
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Probes Damaged by Flare-ups
- Flare-up damage is not covered under the MEATER warranty.
- If you feel that your probe was damaged during a flare-up event, Contact Us so that we can look into the issue.