If you’re looking for 20 aluminium barbecue trays, you’ll usually want to catch fat, cooking juices and marinade, reduce flare-ups and make cleaning up after a barbecue easier. A pack of 20 is ideal for regular barbecues, garden parties, and catering or food-service use.
However, disposable aluminium barbecue trays can vary considerably in size, rim height and capacity. A pack described as “universal” isn’t necessarily guaranteed to fit every barbecue. Before you buy, check a few specific details.
A pack of 20 disposable barbecue trays gives you enough for several barbecues, but it doesn’t tell you how much usable surface area each tray offers. Narrow trays measuring 19.5 × 15.2 cm are suitable for smaller barbecue areas or individual portions. Rectangular trays measuring 34 × 32 cm cover a considerably larger area.
With aluminium barbecue trays, the rim and sides take up some of the surface area. You’ll also need to make sure there’s room for the tray beneath the barbecue grill. If you’re placing it between the heat source and the cooking grate, it mustn’t touch the burner, charcoal or any moving parts.
Thin aluminium trays are designed for one-time use. Heat, liquid or heavy food can cause them to bend out of shape, so they’re not ideal for carrying when full. Handle hot trays with barbecue gloves and place them on a stable surface.
Measure the available space inside your barbecue in more than one place. The key things to check are:
The 34 × 32 × 2.5 cm size provides a flat, rectangular surface for catching drips. For smaller barbecues, 19.5 × 15.2 cm trays with a height of 4 or 5.5 cm may be more practical. Always compare the product dimensions with the specific barbecue tray area. A universal fit for every barbecue model isn’t guaranteed.
Shallow drip trays for barbecues are suitable for small amounts of liquid. If you’re cooking heavily marinated meat, larger joints or food for longer periods, barbecue fat drip trays with higher sides may be a better choice. However, a larger capacity doesn’t automatically prevent spills: check the tray regularly and don’t fill it to the rim.
Aluminium conducts heat and is lightweight. The products listed are designed as disposable barbecue trays. Check the information on the packaging and product page, particularly about heat, direct contact with flames and disposal. Don’t leave acidic or very salty foods in aluminium containers for longer than necessary.
Once cool, clean aluminium can be recycled with other materials, depending on local rules. Dispose of heavily soiled trays in line with your local authority’s guidance. Check your local rules, as disposal options can vary.
Why this product suits this type of user: The pack of 20 is designed for several barbecues, and the flat, rectangular 34 × 32 cm surface is suitable for larger barbecue areas.
The exact dimensions are provided, so you can compare them with the space available in your barbecue instead of relying on the word “universal”.
20 identical disposable trays; 340 × 320 × 25 mm size; flat, rectangular design for catching fat and liquid.
Why this product suits this type of user: The stated capacity of 1,700 ml and height of 5.5 cm make it easier to choose a tray when you need to catch more liquid.
The height and capacity are clearly stated. This helps you avoid choosing a shallow tray for a barbecue where you expect to collect a lot of cooking juices.
20 trays; 1,700 ml capacity per tray; 195 × 152 × 55 mm; suitable as a disposable tray for catching drips and fat.
Why this product suits this type of user: For households, catering teams or people who barbecue regularly, the pack of 20 provides a handy supply in a more compact size.
The medium size and 4 cm height offer a balance between space and capacity. You should still check the dimensions against your particular barbecue.
20 trays; 1,200 ml capacity; 195 × 152 × 40 mm; rectangular size for more compact barbecue areas.
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The tray should fit completely in the designated area without touching the burners, charcoal, heating elements or moving parts. Measure the available space and compare it with the product dimensions. For larger barbecue areas, for example, a 34 × 32 cm tray may be suitable, while a 19.5 × 15.2 cm tray takes up less room.
These trays are designed for one-time use. Their material, shape and cleanliness may be affected after a barbecue, so reusing them isn’t their intended purpose. Don’t use a tray again if it’s visibly warped or damaged.
That depends on the product and barbecue model. Check the manufacturer’s information, the dimensions and the recommended distance from the heat source. Don’t place the tray directly over an open flame or glowing coals unless this is specifically stated as suitable.