Big Green Egg EGGspander 2 Piece Multi Level Rack

Multi-level cooking rack for Big Green Egg. Creates elevated sliding cooking grid with 10 centimetre clearance for easy food access. Reversible design allows low-level cowboy style grilling. Connects to existing cooking grid. Starter component for EGGspander System that works with 1-Piece ConvEGGtor Basket. Available for Large and XL EGGs. Available at our Wetherill Park showroom from a Big Green Egg Platinum Dealer.

The Big Green Egg 2-Piece Multi-Level Rack transforms your kamado into a multi-zone cooking platform capable of handling different foods at different heights simultaneously. The rack creates an additional cooking surface elevated above the standard grid position, effectively doubling your usable cooking area within the same chamber footprint.

The elevated grid sits 10 centimetres above the primary cooking surface, providing clearance that allows you to check, flip, or remove food from the lower level without disturbing items cooking above. This vertical separation also creates distinct heat zones.

Food on the upper level cooks at moderately lower temperatures due to distance from the heat source, while food below receives more aggressive direct or indirect heat.

The reversible design offers two distinct configurations from a single rack system. Install it in the elevated position for standard multi-level cooking with maximum clearance between tiers. Flip it to the low position for cowboy style grilling where food cooks close to the coals for intense searing and charring. This flexibility eliminates the need for multiple rack systems to achieve different cooking styles.

The rack connects directly to your existing cooking grid, creating a stable platform that does not require removing or replacing the standard grid. This integration allows you to use both surfaces together, with the standard grid providing one cooking level and the multi-level rack adding another above it.

We stock Big Green Egg 2-Piece Multi-Level Racks at our Wetherill Park showroom. As a Big Green Egg Platinum Dealer, we maintain comprehensive inventory of genuine EGG accessories and provide expert guidance on EGGspander System configurations backed by seven years of hands-on Big Green Egg experience.

Key Features

Elevated Sliding Grid with 10cm Clearance

The rack creates an elevated cooking surface positioned 10 centimetres above the lower grid. This clearance provides working room to access food on the bottom level without removing items from the upper tier. You can flip burgers, check doneness, or remove finished items from below while food continues cooking above.

The 10-centimetre spacing also creates a meaningful temperature differential between levels. Heat intensity decreases with distance from the source. Food on the upper grid cooks at temperatures roughly 15 to 25 degrees Celsius cooler than food positioned below, depending on your fire management and vent settings.

The sliding feature allows lateral movement of the upper grid within its support framework. This mobility lets you shift food toward or away from hot spots, creating additional temperature control options beyond simple vent adjustment. Slide items toward the centre for more heat or toward the edges for gentler cooking.

Reversible for Cowboy Style Grilling

The rack reverses to create a low-level grilling configuration where food sits extremely close to the coals. This cowboy style setup produces intense direct heat ideal for aggressive searing and charring. Steaks develop deep crust. Vegetables acquire char marks. The proximity to coals creates the high-heat environment traditional grilling enthusiasts prefer.

The low position works particularly well for thin cuts that benefit from quick, hot cooking. Skirt steak, flank steak, and thin pork chops all excel with this intense heat exposure. The close proximity ensures these items develop exterior crust before interiors overcook.

Reversing the rack requires removing it from the EGG, flipping it, and reinstalling in the alternate configuration. The process takes seconds and does not require tools. This quick conversion allows you to adapt your cooking setup mid-session if needed.

Connects to Existing Cooking Grid

The rack attaches directly to the perimeter of your standard cooking grid using an integrated connection system. This attachment method does not require removing the cooking grid or modifying your EGG in any way. The standard grid remains in place, providing a lower cooking surface while the rack adds an upper tier.

The connection creates a stable platform resistant to tipping or shifting during use. Food weight on the upper grid does not cause instability. You can load both levels heavily without concern about structural integrity.

This grid-mounting design also means you can install and remove the rack as needed. Use it for multi-level cooking sessions and remove it when single-level cooking makes more sense. The flexibility allows you to configure your EGG to match each specific cooking task.

EGGspander System Starter Component

The 2-Piece Multi-Level Rack functions as an entry point into the complete EGGspander System. Purchase this rack first to gain immediate multi-level cooking capability. Add the 1-Piece ConvEGGtor Basket later to enable simultaneous direct and indirect cooking across different levels.

The modular EGGspander approach allows you to build your system incrementally rather than purchasing everything at once. Each component adds specific capabilities that stack with previously purchased pieces. This expandability protects your investment by ensuring early purchases remain useful as you add more sophisticated configurations.

The rack works effectively as a standalone accessory if you choose not to expand further. You gain multi-level cooking and cowboy style grilling options without requiring additional EGGspander components. The system design ensures each piece delivers value independently while offering expansion potential.

Compatible with 1-Piece ConvEGGtor Basket

When paired with the 1-Piece ConvEGGtor Basket, the multi-level rack creates the foundation for complex cooking configurations. The basket holds your convEGGtor heat deflector, creating indirect heat on the lower level. The rack positions food on the upper level where it receives gentle convective heat rather than direct radiant exposure from below.

This combination allows simultaneous direct and indirect cooking. Place items needing aggressive direct heat on one level and items requiring gentler indirect cooking on another level. Both cook simultaneously in the same chamber at appropriate temperatures for their specific requirements.

The basket-plus-rack configuration also enables split-zone cooking where you use half convEGGtor pieces to create direct heat on one side and indirect on the other. The multi-level rack doubles the cooking surfaces in this split configuration, providing four distinct zones: upper direct, upper indirect, lower direct, and lower indirect.

Size-Specific Compatibility

The 2-Piece Multi-Level Rack is manufactured for Large and XL Big Green Eggs specifically. Each size matches the interior diameter and cooking grid dimensions of its corresponding EGG model. This precise sizing ensures proper fit and stable mounting on the existing cooking grid.

The size-specific design prevents compatibility issues that arise when attempting to use components designed for different EGG sizes. The Large rack fits Large EGGs perfectly. The XL rack fits XL EGGs perfectly. No adaptation or modification is required.

Specifications

• Available sizes - Large, XL
• Clearance (elevated position) - 10 cm (4 inches)
• Configuration options- Elevated or low-level (reversible)
• Connection method - Attaches to existing cooking grid
• System compatibility - EGGspander System starter component
• Works with1-Piece ConvEGGtor Basket
  

What's Included

• 1 x Big Green Egg 2-Piece Multi-Level Rack (size-specific to Large or XL)

How to Use

Installing in Elevated Position

Ensure your standard cooking grid is installed in the EGG. The multi-level rack attaches to this grid, so it must be present and properly seated on the fire ring.

Position the 2-Piece Multi-Level Rack components on top of the cooking grid. The rack sections connect to the grid perimeter and each other, creating the elevated framework. Follow the orientation markings or instructions to ensure correct installation.

Verify the rack sits stable without rocking or tilting. The connection points should engage the cooking grid securely. Once stable, the elevated cooking surface is ready for food. The 10-centimetre clearance provides working room to access the lower grid.

Multi-Level Cooking Configuration

Plan your cook by categorizing foods according to their heat requirements. Items needing higher temperatures go on the lower grid closer to the heat source. Items requiring gentler cooking position on the upper rack where heat moderates from distance.

Load the lower cooking grid first with items like steaks, chops, or chicken pieces that benefit from direct heat exposure. Place these items strategically, leaving access paths for checking and flipping without removing upper-level food.

Load the upper rack with items like vegetables, delicate fish, or foods that require slower cooking. The elevated position and cooler temperatures at this height suit these items. During the cook, you can access lower items by working around upper-level food or by sliding the upper grid aside temporarily.

Cowboy Style Grilling Setup

Remove the 2-Piece Multi-Level Rack from the EGG if currently installed in elevated position. Flip the rack components to reverse their orientation. The configuration that created elevated positioning now creates low-level positioning when reversed.

Reinstall the reversed rack on your cooking grid. The food surface now sits very close to the coals, creating the intense direct heat characteristic of cowboy style grilling. Build a hot fire with coals arranged for direct heat exposure.

Place steaks, chops, or vegetables directly on the low-positioned rack. The proximity to coals produces aggressive searing and char development. Monitor food closely as the intense heat can char surfaces quickly. This setup excels for brief, high-heat cooking rather than extended sessions.

Pairing with ConvEGGtor Basket

Install the 1-Piece ConvEGGtor Basket with your convEGGtor in place to create indirect heat on the lower level. The basket elevates the convEGGtor and provides a stable base for the multi-level rack.

Position the 2-Piece Multi-Level Rack on the convEGGtor basket framework. This configuration creates an upper cooking surface above the indirect heat zone. Food on this upper level receives gentle convective heat ideal for roasting, smoking, and baking.

You can load both the space atop the convEGGtor and the upper rack simultaneously. Pizzas or baked items position directly on the convEGGtor surface. Proteins or vegetables position on the upper rack. Both cook with indirect heat but at different intensities based on their distance from the heat source.

Care and Maintenance

Remove the rack from the EGG after use and allow it to cool before handling. The metal components retain heat for extended periods after cooking completes.

Clean the rack with a wire brush to remove food residue and carbon buildup. The metal framework tolerates aggressive scrubbing. Focus on areas where food contacted the rack directly and where grease accumulated.

Wash with warm soapy water for deeper cleaning when grease buildup becomes significant. Use a scrub brush or abrasive pad to work soap into textured areas. Rinse thoroughly and dry completely before storing.

Inspect the rack periodically for damage including bent components or compromised welds. The rack must maintain structural integrity to support food weight safely. Replace if damage affects stability or if components no longer connect properly to the cooking grid.

Store the rack in a dry location to prevent rust on metal surfaces. The rack can remain installed in the EGG between uses if preferred, though removal provides access for thorough fire box cleaning.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use the multi-level rack without the convEGGtor basket?

Yes. The rack attaches directly to your existing cooking grid and functions independently as a multi-level cooking platform. The convEGGtor basket is an optional expansion that adds indirect cooking capability but is not required for basic rack operation.

What is the difference between Large and XL racks?

Size. The Large rack fits Large EGGs. The XL rack fits XL EGGs. The racks are sized specifically for their corresponding EGG models and are not interchangeable. Purchase the rack that matches your EGG size.

How much weight can the elevated rack support?

The rack is engineered to support typical cooking loads including multiple large cuts of meat, full vegetable arrangements, or combinations thereof. Avoid concentrating extreme weight in single points. Distribute food across the cooking surface for best stability.

Can I use half-moon grids with the multi-level rack?

The multi-level rack is designed to work with the full-size cooking grid that comes standard with your EGG. Using half-moon grids would require the complete EGGspander System with convEGGtor basket to provide mounting points for the half grids.

Does the rack work with Medium or Small EGGs?

The 2-Piece Multi-Level Rack is available for Large and XL EGGs only. Different EGGspander components exist for Medium EGGs. Small, Mini, and MiniMax EGGs use different expansion systems not based on this rack design.

Why should I buy from a Platinum Dealer?

Platinum Dealer status is the highest tier in Big Green Egg's dealer network, awarded exclusively to retailers who maintain comprehensive inventory, demonstrate exceptional product knowledge, and provide superior customer support. Purchasing from a Platinum Dealer guarantees you receive genuine products, manufacturer warranty support, and expert guidance backed by years of hands-on experience. BBQ Republic has seven years of Big Green Egg experience and stocks the complete range of genuine accessories.

Can I see the 2-Piece Multi-Level Rack in person before buying?

Yes. They're available to view and purchase at our BBQ showroom in Wetherill Park, where you can also see the full range of Big Green Eggs and accessories.