Current Electric Grills
Cleaner, easier and lower impact summer grilling
Innovation in outdoor cooking isn’t as rapid as in other categories, but the arrival of the Current electric grill, which won a CES Innovation Award this year, is among the most exciting news this summer. We’ve been hands on with it for a few months now, and we’re impressed by the way it performs as well as for the simplicity of cooking with it and its easy maintenance.
Here’s what you need to know: It plugs in to a standard outlet. The grill has two zones (the left and right halves; the griddle has a single zone) delivering precise temperatures up to a whopping 700º—that’s 100-150º higher than gas grills and similar to what you’d find in a restaurant kitchen. It heats up pretty quickly, around ten minutes (though we did experience longer heating times in the winter months). It comes in a grill or a griddle version. It includes two temperature probes (one end plugs into the grill, the other into what you’re cooking, and its mobile app makes it easy to control and monitor the progress of your meal (it has recipes too).
What sets these grills apart beyond their high-performance specs is their ease of use—the days of wrestling with propane tanks or stoking charcoal and those trips to the hardware store are over. Current’s electric grills are plug and play, streamlining the setup process, and are ideal for those in urban settings or with limited space.
Their design is equally thoughtful, featuring sleek lines and solid build quality that invites use. You can add accessories like sliding storage bins, side “lockers” for tools, a cabinet kit, and covers. The cleaning process, often a deterrent with traditional grills, is simplified here—you just hit the “clean” function which helps cook off any debris.
As with other electrically powered things an electric grill presents a more sustainable alternative to traditional methods. Unlike charcoal or propane, electric grills produce no direct emissions, significantly reducing the carbon footprint associated with grilling. This aligns with a growing desire for environmentally friendly cooking options that don’t compromise on performance or convenience.
Current electric grills are competitively priced, too. The griddle lists at $799 and the grill at $899. Explore the site for promotions. Visit Current Backyard to learn more.
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