Barbecue with rotisserie: how to spice up your barbecue

Imagine a sunny Sunday in the garden: friends chatting over a glass of wine, the comforting aroma of chicken slowly turning on the spit. This isn’t just a scene from an ad—it’s an authentic experience you can enjoy every time you fire up your Palazzetti barbecue.

Spit-roasting is more than just an ancient cooking method; it’s a social ritual that enhances flavor and texture, turning every barbecue into a memorable culinary event.

How Does a Rotisserie for a Masonry Barbecue Work?

Understanding how a rotisserie works is the first step to unlocking a world of slow, even, and incredibly flavorful cooking. Designed for masonry barbecues, Palazzetti rotisseries combine traditional charm with modern technology.

Spit Cooking: What It Is and Why It’s Special

A rotisserie is a device that slowly and evenly cooks food by rotating it over a heat source. It uses indirect heat from flames or coals, avoiding direct contact. Continuous rotation locks in juices, producing a crispy exterior and tender interior.

Electric or Manual Rotisserie?

The difference is simple: a manual rotisserie requires hand-turning (romantic, but impractical), while an electric version runs automatically. Palazzetti offers quiet, practical electric rotisseries that easily integrate with its barbecues.

Explore the Palazzetti Rotisserie Range:

• Maxi Rotisserie (130 cm): Ideal for large cuts, supports up to 40 kg—perfect for big gatherings.
• Professional Rotisserie (90 cm): Sturdy and self-supporting with two motors and two spits, usable separately or together.
• Rotisserie Spits (68 cm) and Easy (76 cm): Compact, lightweight, and versatile—great for medium-sized barbecues.
• Lux Rotisserie Spit (76 cm): Equipped with eight metal skewers, ideal for preparing various dishes simultaneously.
• Professional Planetary Rotisserie: Designed for large roasts, holds up to 38 kg and includes a 90 cm stainless steel rod with four skewers.

All models are easy to install and guarantee slow, even, and effortless cooking.

Grill vs. Rotisserie: What’s the Difference?

If you’re debating whether to add a spit accessory to your barbecue, this comparison can help:

What You Can Cook on a Rotisserie

The rotisserie’s true magic lies in its versatility. It’s not just for meat—it invites creativity and variety.

The Classics

Whole chicken, lamb chops, suckling pig, duck, and turkey cook beautifully with slow, consistent turning, staying juicy while soaking up smoky flavors.

Fish on the Spit

Delicate yet flavorful—ideal for those who want light, refined dishes. Sea bream, sea bass, trout, and cuttlefish work wonderfully. Add olive oil and Mediterranean herbs for a simple, gourmet meal.

Mix and Match

Using multiple skewers, you can alternate sausages, vegetables, potatoes, and even hard cheeses—perfect for experimenting or catering to vegetarian guests.

Did you know that…

Thanks to its continuous rotation, a rotisserie ensures even cooking on all sides. The result? A crispy outside, juicy inside—and no manual turning needed!

Mini Practical Guide: Installing and Using a Palazzetti Rotisserie

Palazzetti’s concrete barbecues are designed to evolve. Installing a rotisserie is simple—just follow these steps.

What You’ll Need

• Rotisserie
• Drill with 6 mm masonry bit
• Screwdriver
• 220V power socket (Schuko)

How to do it:

1. Identify where to drill holes for the two brackets that support the rotisserie.

2. Dry-fit the brackets inside the barbecue and mark hole positions with a pencil.

3. Drill holes using light, consistent pressure with a 6 mm masonry bit.

4. Insert dowels and screw in the brackets using a Phillips screwdriver.

5. Test that the rotisserie spit slides smoothly along the brackets. Ensure grill placement remains unaffected.

6. Mount the spit supports and insert the rotisserie; slide forward/backward as needed while cooking.

7. To ensure smooth movement, occasionally lubricate the guides with cooking oil.

FAQs: Palazzetti Rotisseries