Sometimes there's no power outlet — camping, the back deck, a kitchen with a temperamental electric burner. The Essentials gas stove charcoal burner solves all of those problems with a stainless steel coal holder and wooden handle that sits on any gas hob or portable gas burner. Light coals over flame, transfer to your bowl, done.

No Power Required · Stainless Steel · Camping & Travel

Essentials Stainless Steel Gas Stove Charcoal Burner

Why we stock it

• Zero electricity. Works on any gas hob or portable gas burner — ideal when an electric coal starter isn't an option.
• Stainless steel coal platform with a wooden handle. Heat-resistant where it needs to be, cool to grip where it counts.
• Compact and portable. Fits in a camping kit, a car boot, or a kitchen drawer without fuss.
• Multiple sizes available from ~9 cm — pick to suit how many coals you typically light per session.
• Simple, repairable, no electronics to fail.

How to light coals on it

• Set the burner on a gas hob or portable gas burner.
• Arrange coconut charcoal across the stainless platform.
• Light the gas. Heat for 10–15 minutes, turning coals periodically with tongs.
• Once every face is glowing red, transfer the coals to your bowl.

Cleaning & storage

• Cool fully before handling.
• Damp cloth on the stainless steel platform.
• Keep the wooden handle dry — moisture causes cracking over time.
• Store somewhere dry.

In the box

• 1× Essentials Gas Stove Charcoal Burner in your selected size.

Will this work on an electric stovetop?

No — it's built for open-flame gas hobs and portable gas burners. If you need an electric option, ask our Melbourne team about the 320° 1000W or Basha Buzz electric burners we also stock.

We dispatch from our Melbourne store with same-day dispatch on weekday orders placed before 2pm AEST. Free standard shipping on orders over $150 — or visit us in person at Melbourne's Shisha Store for same-day pickup.