Designed and developed by COEO, the Brazilian 3-in-1 Set transforms a simple brazier into a true multifunctional outdoor kitchen. Thanks to its modular configurations, it allows you to explore up to 6 different cooking modes: vertical sword cooking, horizontal sword cooking, wok cooking, cast iron pot cooking (or Dutch Oven), as well as cast iron grill and plancha modes thanks to the optional reversible plate. A unique solution to fully enjoy cooking over wood fire around a single hearth.
SUMMARY
The COEO Brazilian Set: a 3-in-1 concept
Vertical sword cooking
Horizontal sword cooking
Central cooking: wok and cast iron pot
Add the cast iron grill and the plancha with the reversible cast iron plate
Table of the 6 cooking modes
FAQ: churrasco, rodizio, asado and usage
3 COOKING MODES INCLUDED WITH THE BRAZILIAN SET
The Brazilian Set alone allows for the use of three complementary cooking techniques around the fire pit. Thanks to its stainless steel swords and multifunctional central support, it offers the possibility to cook with vertical sword, horizontal sword, or at the centre of the hearth depending on the desired preparations.
VERTICAL SWORD COOKING
Vertical sword cooking allows you to cook meats around the embers while enjoying a gentle and even heat. This technique is ideal for picanha, beef ribs, lamb, or large cuts of meat that require gradual cooking to retain all their tenderness and flavours.
HORIZONTAL SWORD COOKING
The horizontal configuration offers greater precision in cooking control by allowing easy adjustment of the distance between the food and the embers. It is particularly suitable for skewers, large cuts of meat, as well as cooking methods that require a more pronounced sear.
CENTRAL COOKING: TWO COOKING MODES FOR EVEN MORE VERSATILITY
One of the major advantages of the Brazilian COEO Set lies in its central space, which allows for the addition of new cooking possibilities directly above the fire. This dedicated area transforms the brazier into a true complementary cooking station and allows for the exploration of two completely different approaches: wok cooking and slow cooking in a cast iron pot.
WOK COOKING: QUICK SEAR AND HIGH TEMPERATURE
Located at the centre of the Brazilian Set, the wok fully benefits from the power of the fire and the heat of the flames. This configuration is ideal for quickly searing vegetables, seafood, marinated meats, or dishes inspired by Asian cuisine. The temperature rises quickly, allowing for a lively cooking process that preserves textures while developing intense flavours characteristic of cooking over wood fire.
SLOW COOKING IN A CAST IRON POT
The central support also accommodates a cast iron pot or a Dutch Oven for long and even cooking. This method is perfect for preparing stews, casseroles, chilis, pulled meats, braised vegetables, or traditional recipes over wood fire. The gentle heat of the embers combined with the thermal inertia of the cast iron promotes slow cooking that fully develops aromas and flavours.
6 COOKING MODES WITH THE OPTIONAL CAST IRON PLATE
By adding the COEO reversible cast iron plate, the Brazilian Set evolves into an even more versatile solution that allows for the combination of six cooking techniques.
For wood fire cooking enthusiasts, the reversible cast iron plate COEO Design is the ideal complement to the Brazilian Set. Installed at the centre of the device, it brings a new dimension to the use of fire pit by adding two distinct cooking surfaces: one side grill and one side plancha.
Thanks to the exceptional thermal properties of cast iron, heat is stored and then evenly distributed across the entire cooking surface. This thermal inertia allows for a powerful and consistent sear, while preserving the flavours and tenderness of the food.
CAST IRON GRILL SIDE: PERFECT MARKINGS AND INTENSE SEAR
The grill side is designed for lovers of great grilling. The grooves allow for the characteristic markings sought after on steaks, beef ribs, burgers, skewers, or even picanha. Cast iron stores the heat from the coals and provides a constant power, ideal for quickly searing meats and developing a tasty crust.
This configuration is particularly appreciated for high-temperature cooking that requires strong thermal responsiveness and results worthy of the best professional grills.
CAST IRON PLANCHA SIDE: A VERSATILE AND PRECISE SURFACE
By simply flipping the plate, the smooth side transforms the brazier into a true plancha. This surface is perfect for cooking fish, prawns, scallops, vegetables, potatoes, eggs, or even marinated vegetables without the risk of them falling into the fire.
Cooking is uniform, controlled, and allows for the preservation of the natural flavours of the food while enjoying the aromas of the wood fire.
A PERFECT COMPLEMENTARITY WITH THE BRAZILIAN SET
Associated with the Brazilian Set COEO, the reversible cast iron plate allows for the combination of several cooking techniques around the same fire. While a picanha cooks on the vertical skewers in the churrasco style, it is possible to sear vegetables on the plancha or grill pieces of meat on the grill side. This modularity transforms the brazier into a true outdoor kitchen and offers exceptional creative freedom for hosting family and friends around the fire.
IN SUMMARY
The reversible cast iron plate adds two additional cooking modes to the Brazilian Set:
- Cast iron grill for searing meats and professional markings.
- Cast iron plancha for fish, vegetables, and delicate preparations.
With the Brazilian Set and the optional cast iron plate, your brazier becomes a complete cooking system allowing for churrasco, rodizio, vertical skewer cooking, horizontal skewer cooking, wok cooking, cast iron pot cooking, cooking on a cast iron grill, and plancha cooking over wood fire.
Table of cooking modes for the Brazilian Set COEO
| Cooking mode | Configuration | Ideal for | Advantages |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vertical skewer cooking | Stainless steel skewers positioned vertically around the fire | Picanha, churrasco, beef ribs, lamb | Slow, even, and authentic cooking inspired by Brazilian churrascarias |
| Horizontal skewer cooking | Stainless steel skewers positioned horizontally | Skewers, large cuts of meat, poultry | Precise control of distance to the embers and cooking intensity |
| Central cooking in the wok | Wok installed in the centre of the Brazilian Set | Stir-fried vegetables, shrimp, poultry, Asian cuisine | Quick cooking at high temperature directly over wood fire |
| Central cooking in cast iron pot | Casserole or Dutch Oven positioned in the centre | Stews, casseroles, chili, saucy dishes | Gentle and even heat for long cooking |
| Cast iron grill (optional) | Reversible cast iron plate on the grill side | Steaks, burgers, picanha, skewers | Powerful searing and professional markings |
| Cast iron plancha (optional) | Reversible cast iron plate on the plancha side | Fish, vegetables, shellfish, eggs | Smooth surface for even and precise cooking |
The COEO Brazilian Set offers 3 integrated cooking configurations: vertical sword cooking, horizontal sword cooking, and central cooking (wok or casserole). Combined with the optional reversible cast iron plate, it provides access to 6 true cooking modes around the same fire pit, transforming it into a complete outdoor kitchen dedicated to churrasco, rodizio, grilling, stews, and wood fire cooking.
WHAT IS CHURRASCO?
Churrasco is a culinary tradition originating from the south of Brazil that involves cooking large pieces of meat on metal skewers over or around embers. This method emphasises the quality of the meat, the mastery of fire, and conviviality. Picanha is the most emblematic cut of churrasco, but other meats such as ribeye, beef ribs, lamb, or sausages are also widely used. More than just a cooking technique, churrasco is a true art of living centred around sharing by the fire.
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN CHURRASCO AND COOKING ON A SKEWER?
Cooking on a skewer generally involves threading small pieces of meat, fish, or vegetables onto a rod before grilling them quickly over the embers.
Churrasco also uses skewers or swords, but the philosophy is completely different. The pieces are much larger, often cooked whole or in large portions, and then sliced after cooking. The goal is to preserve the tenderness of the meat and take advantage of the radiant heat of the embers to achieve slow and even cooking.
In summary, churrasco is a complete cooking tradition, while skewering simply represents a cooking method.
WHAT IS RODIZIO?
Rodizio is a traditional serving style of Brazilian churrascarias. Several meats are cooked on skewers and then presented to diners who are served directly at the table. Rodizio is therefore closely linked to churrasco since the cooking techniques are identical, but it refers more to the way of serving than to the cooking method itself.
WHAT IS ASADO?
Asado is the great tradition of cooking over wood fire in Argentina, Uruguay, and certain regions of Chile. It involves slowly cooking large pieces of meat near the embers rather than directly over the fire. This particularly slow cooking allows for extremely tender and flavourful meats.
Asado is considered a true social ritual where fire, meat, and sharing play a central role.
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN CHURRASCO AND ASADO?
Although these two traditions share the commonality of cooking over wood fire, their approaches are very different.
Brazilian churrasco mainly relies on the use of metal swords that expose the meats to the heat of the embers. The cooking is relatively dynamic, and the meat is often sliced directly in front of the guests.
Argentinian asado, on the other hand, favours cooking grills or metal crosses on which very large pieces of meat are placed. The cooking is slower and generally takes place near the fire rather than directly over the embers.
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN COOKING ON A SWORD AND ASADO?
Cooking on a sword is the emblematic technique of churrasco. The meat is held on a vertical or horizontal stainless steel sword and benefits directly from the radiant heat of the fire. This method allows for easy control of the cooking and offers a spectacular visual aspect particularly appreciated during meals with friends or family.
Asado mainly uses grills or cooking crosses. The meat remains fixed for several hours and receives gentle heat from the embers placed nearby. This method prioritises patience and slow cooking.
WHY IS THE BRAZILIAN COEO DESIGN SET IDEAL FOR CHURRASCO?
The Brazilian COEO Set has been designed to replicate the authentic spirit of churrasco while offering greater versatility. Thanks to its stainless steel skewers that can be used in a vertical or horizontal position, it allows for the exploration of different cooking techniques around the fire pit. Its central location also accommodates a wok, a cast iron pot, or a Dutch Oven to multiply the uses around the same hearth. When combined with the optional reversible cast iron plate, it transforms the fire pit into a true outdoor kitchen capable of catering to both churrasco enthusiasts and wood-fired cooking lovers.
FAQ - 3-IN-1 BRAZILIAN SET FOR FIRE PIT
WHAT IS THE BRAZILIAN COEO DESIGN SET?
The Brazilian COEO Set is a multifunctional accessory designed to transform a fire pit into a true outdoor kitchen. Inspired by South American cooking techniques, it allows for the use of cooking skewers in a vertical or horizontal position and also features a central space that can accommodate a wok or a cast iron pot.
HOW MANY COOKING MODES DOES THE BRAZILIAN SET ALLOW?
The Brazilian Set offers three integrated cooking configurations: vertical skewer cooking, horizontal skewer cooking, and central cooking. The latter allows for the use of a wok or a cast iron pot. When combined with the optional reversible cast iron plate, it provides access to six different cooking modes.
WHAT IS CHURRASCO?
Churrasco is a Brazilian culinary tradition based on cooking large pieces of meat on metal skewers over embers. This method favours a slow and even cooking process that preserves the tenderness and natural flavours of the meat. Picanha is the iconic cut of churrasco.
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN CHURRASCO AND A SIMPLE SKEWER?
The traditional skewer is generally made up of small pieces of meat cooked quickly over the embers. Churrasco, on the other hand, uses large pieces of meat mounted on stainless steel skewers and cooked gradually over wood fire. It is a true culture of grilling and not just a simple cooking method.
WHAT IS RODIZIO?
Rodizio is the traditional way of serving churrasco in Brazilian restaurants. The meats are cooked on skewers and then sliced directly in front of the diners. Rodizio therefore refers more to the service and tasting experience than to the cooking technique itself.
IS THE BRAZILIAN SET SUITABLE FOR PICANHA?
Yes, the Brazilian Set has been specially designed for cooking picanha, but also for beef ribs, ribeye, sirloin, lamb, poultry, and many other meats cooked according to the principles of Brazilian churrasco.
WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF VERTICAL SKEWER COOKING?
Vertical cooking allows the meats to be exposed to the radiant heat of the embers. This technique promotes a slow and even cooking process particularly suited to large pieces of meat that need to retain their juiciness.
WHAT ARE THE ADVANTAGES OF HORIZONTAL SKEWER COOKING?
Horizontal cooking makes it easier to control the distance between the food and the embers. It is perfect for skewers, large cuts of meat, and all cooking methods that require precise temperature adjustments.
CAN A WOK BE USED ON THE BRAZILIAN SET?
Yes, the central opening has been designed to accommodate a wok. The direct proximity to the fire allows for quickly reaching high temperatures ideal for searing vegetables, marinated meats, or seafood.
CAN DISHES BE SIMMERED IN THE CENTRE OF THE BRAZILIAN SET?
Yes, the central location also allows for the installation of a cast iron pot or a Dutch Oven to prepare stews, casseroles, saucy dishes, or long cooking over wood fire.
IS THE REVERSIBLE CAST IRON PLATE MANDATORY?
No, the Brazilian Set works perfectly on its own. The reversible cast iron plate is an option for users wishing to add a grill surface and a plancha surface to their fire pit.
WHAT IS THE GRILL SIDE OF THE CAST IRON PLATE FOR?
The grill side is ideal for searing steaks, burgers, ribs, skewers, or picanha. It allows for achieving the characteristic markings of professional grills while benefiting from the thermal qualities of cast iron.
WHAT IS THE PLANCHA SIDE OF THE CAST IRON PLATE FOR?
The smooth side allows for cooking fish, vegetables, shellfish, potatoes, eggs, and other delicate foods on a homogeneous surface perfectly suited for plancha cooking.
IS THE BRAZILIAN SET COMPATIBLE WITH ALL FIRE PITS?
The Brazilian Set COEO Design is compatible with fire pits whose inner diameter of the hearth is between 39 and 49 cm, thus offering great versatility of use.
FOR WHOM HAS THE BRAZILIAN SET BEEN DESIGNED?
The Brazilian Set is aimed at both individuals passionate about wood-fired cooking and professionals in events, catering or culinary entertainment wishing to offer demonstrations of churrasco, rodizio or cooking over a fire pit.