AISI 430 Stainless Steel Skewer, 550×14×3 mm

This AISI 430 food-grade stainless steel skewer is intended for cooking meat, poultry, vegetables, mushrooms and other ingredients over charcoal. Its 55 cm overall length is paired with a 40 cm working section, providing an extended flat area for food while keeping the handle available for turning. The 14×3 mm blade section holds pieces more steadily than a narrow round rod and gives the cook direct control over their orientation during grilling.

Dimensions and construction

The working section is a straight, flat strip with a pointed end. This geometry makes it easier to thread ingredients in sequence and reduces their tendency to spin freely around the metal. A twisted transition separates the blade from an open loop-shaped metal handle, creating a distinct gripping point for manual turning. The all-metal construction suits conventional brazier cooking, where the skewer rests across two opposite walls and is rotated as the food browns.

• Material: food-grade stainless steel.
• Steel grade: AISI 430.
• Overall length: 550 mm.
• Working length: 400 mm.
• Blade width and thickness: 14×3 mm.
• Shape: flat blade, twisted transition and loop-shaped metal handle.

Matching the skewer to a brazier

The key selection point is the relationship between the skewer length and the width of the firebox. The supporting areas should rest securely on both walls, the loaded working section should sit above the charcoal, and the handle should remain outside the main heat zone. Before choosing this size, measure the distance across the outer edges of the brazier and compare it with the 55 cm overall length and the 40 cm working length. Check the shape of any slots or supports as well: a 14 mm wide strip should sit in them without leaning or binding.

Using it over charcoal

Distribute pieces evenly along the working section instead of concentrating all the weight in one place, and leave modest gaps so heat can pass between adjacent ingredients. Foods of a similar size are easier to cook on the same skewer because they can be turned and removed at roughly the same time. The flat blade helps preserve the chosen orientation of each piece, while the loop handle makes it straightforward to present successive sides to the heat. Metal close to the firebox becomes hot, so use suitable hand protection and allow the skewer to cool completely before handling it for cleaning.

Cleaning and storage

Wash the skewer before its first use. After cooking, let the metal cool, remove food residue with warm water and a soft sponge, rinse it thoroughly and wipe it dry. Dried-on residue is best softened before cleaning rather than scraped away with a tool that could mark the surface. Store the skewer clean and dry, separated from objects that may scratch it. Take particular care around the pointed end while washing, carrying and placing it in storage.

The 550×14×3 mm format is suited to buyers looking for a flat metal skewer with a clearly specified 40 cm loading area and who can compare those dimensions with their own brazier. It is a practical choice for portioned kebabs and mixed vegetable combinations when controlled turning, a stable food position and predictable working dimensions matter.