Iwatani Smokeless YAKINUKU, Korean BBQ Grill YAKIMARU CB-SLG-1 W/Spare Grill Plate

Started making Korean bbq at home. This thing works great! Wish it was more powerful, but once it heats up, works well for about 3 people but no more, really. Can definitely do 4 if you're talking a lot and eating. Easy enough to clean and the cartridges are available in most places. Just remember that the magnet is what keeps the canister in place. stupidproof ! Very easy to use.

Korean bbq is a special way to eat grilled meat! If 1 person does some prep and marinade work you can feed a group or just a few some great and easy bbq!

I got this grill as a holiday gift for my boyfriend, and let me tell you, it was a hit! He hasn’t stopped raving about it to anyone who will listen. We’ve already used it a few times, and it’s quickly becoming a staple in our dinner routine. Even though the instructions aren’t in English, the setup is super intuitive—definitely “dummy-proof.” The only additional item we needed was a butane gas bottle, which I picked up at H Mart. There’s virtually no assembly required, making it incredibly easy to get started. We used it to grill short rib and skirt steak, which I prepped by freezing for a few minutes to slice thinly. Paired with Ebara Yakiniku Sauce Regular, the results were phenomenal. It truly makes us feel like we’re on a special date night, but without leaving the house! I hate spending an hour cooking only to eat in minutes, so this grill is perfect for a quick, interactive, and delicious meal.

Very easy to use and cleanup was a breeze with how grill plate can be removed and cleaned with no problem. Just to keep in mind the flame is not that strong even in the highest setting so recommend to use either thicker meats or longer cooking time. The grill plate does distribute the heat evenly even to the sides of the plate.

Korean BBQ is one of my favorite meals. This allows me to have it at home and save a little money versus going to the restaurant. The grill is not very large, so realistically you aren't using this for more than two people at a time (or even one very hungry person). It heats up relatively fast but the meat is not in direct contact with the flame anywhere on the grill. Clean up is easy as under the removable grilling surface is a donut shaped grease trap. Remove and clean. I have been able to get at least 4 uses out of a can of butane, your mileage may vary depending on the length of your cooking time and if you are at max setting or not. This won't fully replace trips to the Korean BBQ near me, but it will let me scratch that itch whenever I want.

I’ve been on a search for the perfect grill for Korean/Japanese bbq at home and this is exactly it. Instructions are in Japanese. But I’ve read others review and the only thing important to know is to fill with water. It’s easy to use and cooks meats nicely. Uses butane fuel with magnetic attachment for secure placement. And last, cleanup was a breeze. I even bought two of them for gatherings. Definitely worth it.

Some people think they don't need instructions but here are useful items of information from the booklet which I translated. 1. You need water in the water tray (between the burner and grill plate), 230 mL or 1 US measuring cup will suffice. 2. The gas cartridge is held in place with a magnet; if there is metal dust on the magnet, remove it with sticky tape. 3. Insert the gas cartridge and turn the knob counterclockwise all the way to ignite, let it come up to temp for 2-3 minutes, then lower temp accordingly. 4. When you're done, remove the gas cartridge and put the cap back on; don't store it inside the grill. 5. Don't let the grill plate sit empty for a long time while it's on, it will deteriorate the coating and in my experience the grill will be harder to clean. Other important information from the manual: the gasket for the gas seal deteriorates; you should replace the grill 10 years after purchase. Don't cover all the holes on the grill plate and don't use the grill in an enclosed space like a tent (it is smokeless but obviously combustion requires oxygen). There is a lot of useful information in the manual; if you don't speak Japanese, download the google translate app on android and take a pic to translate. My experience: this grill is ideal for 2 people, 3 is possible and 4 is unreasonable, unless you don't mind waiting 10 minutes for each person. Some people are more patient than others but this grill simply does not get as hot as a restaurant grill. If that's what you're looking for then an electric grill may be more suitable. This grill is lightweight and terrific for camping but the manual advises you not to boil water on the plate. If you decide to use rice for your carbs you will have to cook rice before leaving. I recommend sliced potatoes; you can buy them pre-sliced at GIANT if you're lazy like me.

No idea why someone would cry about not having ENGLISH instructions. I didnt need them but just to make sure everything was good I just used translation a APP on my phone. You can also check out youtube videos. Also, I purchase my butane from Sams club for way cheaper and they work perfectly. I think Walmart has some as well. As for how to use it, it's very simple. You put the butane bottle in and secure it in place. Then you go to the side of the machine and push the nob down to the red asian letters. It might take a few times to spark. Add a little water to the middle bowl and put the top plate on. Ready to cook. I would'nt invite more than 3 or four friends to do it but it's a real crowd pleaser. Drink some beer and Q some meat. I also found some really good recipes on youtube that I followed. Anyway, I would definately recommend this as a cool thing to do with some friends.

intried butane cannisters from different brands but none click on when being installed. the magnet is inside and the notch is alligned but it just pops out and doesnt stay connected

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Cook well and easy to clean.

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I think this is the worst BBQ model using as made in Japan. First, BBQ plate need wait too long to get heat up but still not enough heat to do meat BBQ, Plate BBQ area too small about 11" only good for 2 persons doing the BBQ. BBQ iron plate distance little far away from stove frame even turn on max still not heat enough to make fast BBQ. Too sad, Made In Japan design need to improving for fast BBQ cooking. Only smokeless design is very good.