Binchotan White Lychee BBQ Charcoal - 5 kg

BBQ Flavour Binchotan White Lychee – High-Quality Charcoal for Exceptional Grilling

Binchotan is the traditional Japanese charcoal, renowned for its purity and exceptional combustion properties. Handcrafted in stone and clay kilns, it reaches extremely high temperatures, ensuring a carbon content of over 95%. Its smokeless and spark-free combustion, combined with its ability to maintain constant temperatures for hours, makes it the perfect choice for chefs and barbecue enthusiasts.

The Binchotan White Lychee, available at Polsinelli in 5 kg packs, is a premium-quality charcoal ideal for enhancing the flavors of grilled foods and ensuring uniform and flawless cooking. With a carbon content of 95.9%, it provides highly efficient combustion, maintaining stable heat throughout the cooking process.

The Binchotan White Lychee logs, measuring approximately 37 cm in length and 22 cm in diameter, burn at temperatures between 870 and 1000°C, with an average burn time of about 4.5 hours. This allows for long grilling sessions without interruptions, eliminating the need for frequent charcoal refills.

Features of Binchotan White Lychee:

• Burning temperature: 870 - 1000 °C
• Average burn duration: Approximately 4,5 hours
• Carbon content: 95.9%
• Log dimensions: 37 x Ø22 cm (approx.)
• Packaging: 5 kg
• Warning! Do not use Binchotan charcoal in Kamado grills, as it reaches excessively high temperatures. Ideal for Shichirin grills instead.

How to Light Binchotan?

Since Binchotan requires careful lighting, here are two effective methods:

Method 1 – Indirect Lighting:

1. Create a bed of softer charcoal, preferably Acacia or Marabu.
2. Place a fire starter or wood wool between the charcoal and ignite it.
3. Once the charcoal is well lit, place the Binchotan on top.
4. The heat from the embers will gradually activate the Binchotan.

Method 2 – Direct Lighting:

1. Position the Binchotan pieces vertically in the center of the container.
2. Place the fire starters at the base and ignite them.
3. After 15-30 minutes, the Binchotan will be ready for use.
4. Always use tongs or heat-resistant gloves for safe handling.

Versatility of Binchotan

Beyond grilling, Binchotan can be used for various purposes:

• Water purification: Filters impurities and releases essential minerals (calcium, iron, magnesium).
• Odor elimination: Absorbs bad odors in the refrigerator or indoor spaces.
• Plant nutrient: Adds minerals to the soil, promoting plant growth.