The Language of Fire: Glossary of Argentinian Asado & Japanese Konro Grilling

At Flamery, our designs are inspired by two of the world’s most iconic live-fire traditions: the Argentinian Asado and the Japanese Konro grill. From Yorkshire workshops, we’ve re-engineered these timeless methods into products like our Asado grills and the KONRO PRO.5.4 — tools built for chefs, BBQ enthusiasts, and anyone who loves cooking with flame.

But to truly step into these traditions, it helps to speak their language. This glossary breaks down the key terms from each discipline, so you can understand the craft, culture, and tools behind live-fire cooking.

Whether you’re exploring the art of Argentinian BBQ or mastering precision on a tabletop Konro grill, here’s everything you need to know.

🇦🇷 Argentinian Asado Grilling: Key Terms

Asado

The heart of Argentine BBQ culture. Asado means both the social event and the technique of cooking meat over an open wood fire or embers. In Argentina, it’s a ritual of community, patience, and flavour.

Parrilla (pa-REE-sha)

The traditional Argentinian grill used for Asado. It typically includes a height-adjustable grill, a firebox (brasero) for ember creation, and V-shaped grates that manage fat drippings.

V-Groove Grates (V-Slats)

V-shaped steel bars that channel fat and juices away from the flames into a drip tray. This prevents flare-ups and helps achieve consistent heat. Standard on all Flamery Asado grills.

Drip Tray

Collects juices from the V-slats to avoid flare-ups and can be used for basting or sauces. A signature feature of Argentinian BBQ grills and Flamery’s designs.

Brasero (Firebox)

A side-mounted box where wood burns down to embers. These embers are then raked under the grill as needed, allowing continuous heat control during long Asado sessions.

Asador

The grill master. The asador tends the fire, adjusts the height of the grill, and ensures every cut is cooked perfectly.

Chimichurri

The iconic green Argentinian sauce made with parsley, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, and chilli — served alongside grilled meats.

Live-Fire Cooking

Cooking directly over flames or embers. Asado is a masterclass in live-fire management, and Flamery’s grills are designed to make it accessible in the UK.

🇯🇵 Japanese Konro Grilling: Key Terms

Konro Grill

A compact, rectangular tabletop grill from Japan. Traditionally made of diatomaceous earth for insulation, though Flamery’s KONRO PRO.5.4 features a stainless steel and vermiculite-lined body for durability and performance.

Shichirin

The round version of a Konro grill, used for similar high-heat, small-portion cooking.

Yakitori

Japanese skewered chicken grilled over charcoal. A classic dish for Konro grills, but the technique applies to many skewered proteins and vegetables.

Binchotan Charcoal

A premium Japanese charcoal prized for its clean, smokeless burn and intense heat. Flamery recommends WhittleBricks as a sustainable UK-made alternative.

Skewer Rack (Yakitori Rack)

An accessory for holding skewers at a precise height above the coals. Perfect for achieving even cooking on delicate items.

Plancha (Hotplate)

A flat cooking surface that fits over the Konro grill. Ideal for searing smash burgers, seafood, or vegetables on the KONRO PRO.5.4.

Tabletop Charcoal Grill

A portable grill designed for intimate, high-heat cooking. Konro grills are the ultimate expression of this compact, fire-focused style.

🔥 Why Flamery Designs for Both Worlds

At Flamery, we’re passionate about bringing the best of global live-fire traditions to modern outdoor kitchens. Our Asado grills capture the drama and control of Argentinian BBQ, with features like V-groove grates, height-adjustable cooking surfaces, and a side firebox for endless embers. The KONRO PRO.5.4, meanwhile, distills the essence of Japanese Konro cooking into a robust, portable tabletop grill — perfect for precision searing and finishing.

By learning these terms, you’re stepping into a world where cooking is hands-on, communal, and deeply rewarding. Whether you’re tending embers in a brasero or searing skewers over a Konro, Flamery gives you the tools to master fire with confidence.

🔗 Explore Flamery’s Live-Fire Range

• Discover the Flamery Asado collection
• Learn more about the KONRO PRO.5.4 tabletop grill
• Read: From Yorkshire Manufacturing to Argentinian Asado