Cooking fish and vegetables on the barbecue is a common goal, yet it can be tricky. Food sticking to the grill, oil dripping everywhere, and the cleanup turning into a real hassle are all too familiar obstacles.
This is where non-stick mats or sheets designed for barbecues come into play. These mats act like a fine net placed over the grill, letting you arrange a wide variety of foods with confidence. Food slides off easily, and cooking becomes steadier and more comfortable, just as if you were grilling on a traditional surface.
They offer a great alternative to aluminum foil, enabling gentler cooking and juicier results. With these mats, you use less oil and the flavors stay distinct rather than mingling with each other.
Four barbecue mat options perfect for gardens or terraces
This type of mat is reusable and highly heat resistant, though it’s important to keep it away from direct flames. They’re simple to clean after use, and many are dishwasher safe.
Barbecue mats: models and prices
These cooking mats are available at retailers that sell barbecue gear. There are several options at major home improvement stores. One model from the BBQ Handy Roast line works in both ovens and barbecues. It withstands temperatures up to 260ºC and helps preserve the flavor of foods. Its dimensions are 40×50 cm with a price of 12.95 €.
There is also a pickup-friendly non-stick mesh option. While the surface isn’t perfectly flat like the previous model, it remains affordable at 3.49 € and measures 54×36 cm.
Carrefour offers a pack similar to the InnovaGoods Kitchen Foodies model, containing two mats for placing on the barbecue as if they were iron. Made from PFOA-free fiberglass, it withstands up to 265ºC, is oven-safe and non-stick, and is reusable. The package measures 40×33 cm and is priced at 13.95 €, sold online only.
Lastly, Bauhaus carries a Kingstone flexible barbecue mat suitable for oven use as well. Its non-stick fiberglass surface supports up to 260ºC, with dimensions of 40×30 cm and a price of 5.99 €.
These mats expand the cooking options for fish, vegetables, and delicate ingredients, making barbecuing a more forgiving and enjoyable experience. They help keep flavors intact, reduce flare-ups, and simplify cleanup, all while letting cooks experiment with different seasonings and techniques.