How to Cook on a Smokeless Fire Pit

Helios Fire and How to Cook on a Smokeless Fire Pit

There’s nothing quite like the taste of food cooked over real flames. The crackle, the aroma, the way it pulls people together — it’s part of who we are as South Africans.

And now, thanks to Helios Fire, that tradition comes with a modern twist: the smokeless fire pit.

Whether it’s the bold Apollo for big family gatherings or the compact Eros for on-the-go adventures, Helios Fire has redefined outdoor cooking. It’s clean, efficient, and effortless — proof that innovation and tradition can share the same flame.

So grab your tongs, prep the wors and sosaties, and get ready — because this is how to cook on a Helios Fire smokeless fire pit.

The Joy of Outdoor Cooking with Helios Fire

South Africans, Fire, and Food — A Love Story

From Cape Town’s ocean breeze to Gauteng’s golden sunsets, South Africans have a natural instinct for fire. We don’t just cook outdoors — we connect, we unwind, and we celebrate life.

Helios Fire understands that completely. Their smokeless fire pits bring that familiar braai energy into a cleaner, smarter, and more stylish design.

With a Helios Fire Pit, you get:

• A real flame, not a gas imitation.
  
  

• Minimal smoke and maximum flavour.
  
  

• A design that’s safe, portable, and built to last.
  
  

It’s the perfect mix of engineering and experience — made right here for South African homes.

Why Cook on a Helios Fire Smokeless Fire Pit?

Clean Heat, Real Flavour

Unlike traditional fire pits or open braais, the Helios Fire smokeless design uses a dual airflow system that ensures wood burns hotter and cleaner. The result? Less smoke, more heat, and a pure wood-fired flavour that enhances everything you grill.

It’s the difference between “nice fire” and “wow, this tastes incredible.”

Perfect Control, Every Time

The Helios Fire Apollo and Eros models are designed for consistent heat distribution, so your food cooks evenly without flare-ups. Whether you’re toasting marshmallows or searing a steak, the controlled flame gives you precision without losing that authentic outdoor feel.

Quick Setup, Easy Cleanup

With Helios Fire, you don’t need to wrestle with messy ash or black smoke. Lighting takes minutes, the airflow keeps the flame steady, and cleanup is as simple as a quick wipe once cooled.

That means more time enjoying your meal — and less time scrubbing afterwards.

Getting Started: Preparing Your Helios Fire Pit for Cooking

Step 1: Choose Your Cooking Surface

To cook safely and effectively, you’ll need the Helios Fire Folding Braai Grill — available in two perfectly fitted versions:

• Apollo Folding Braai Grill for the larger model
  
  

• Eros Folding Braai Grill for the compact pit
  
  

These grills slot securely into place, giving you a stable cooking platform that distributes heat evenly.

Step 2: Select the Right Fuel

Use dry, seasoned hardwood or natural charcoal. Avoid synthetic briquettes or treated wood — they can alter the taste and interfere with Helios Fire’s smokeless performance.

The cleaner the fuel, the better the burn.

Step 3: Light the Fire

Use eco-friendly firelighters or dry kindling to start your flame. Once burning steadily, let the fire settle into glowing coals before placing your grill.

The Helios Fire airflow system ensures that the coals burn efficiently, providing steady heat perfect for cooking.

Step 4: Set Up Your Accessories

• Spark Arrestor Shield: Add this for extra safety when cooking with kids or guests nearby.
  
  

• Lid and Base: Keep these on standby — the base ensures airflow and surface protection, while the lid helps close off heat once cooking is done.
  
  

And now? You’re ready to cook like a pro.

What to Cook on Your Helios Fire Smokeless Fire Pit

The Classic: Wors and Sosaties

It wouldn’t be a South African braai without the sizzle of wors or the aroma of sosaties turning golden over the flames.

Helios Fire’s Folding Braai Grill gives you perfect spacing and balance — no slipping, no rolling, no burnt ends.

• For wors: Keep the flame medium-hot and rotate every few minutes for even cooking.
  
  

• For sosaties: Brush lightly with basting sauce and turn regularly to caramelise without charring.
  
  

The smokeless design means your food tastes like pure fire-grilled perfection — no sooty aftertaste, no teary eyes.

The Surprise Hit: Fruit Sosaties

Yes, fruit. Trust us.

Thread pieces of pineapple, peach, or banana onto skewers and drizzle with honey or cinnamon sugar. The Helios Fire Eros is especially good for this — small enough for easy control, yet hot enough to caramelise fruit beautifully.

A few minutes per side is all you need. The heat crisps the edges and softens the inside, creating a smoky-sweet dessert that’s pure magic.

Serve with vanilla ice cream, and you’ve just turned a simple fire pit night into a gourmet experience.

The Showstopper: Marshmallows

And of course — we could never forget the marshmallows.

The Helios Fire Apollo and Eros make toasting marshmallows an art form. The controlled heat and clean burn mean you get that perfect golden crust without flare-ups or black soot.

Gather the kids (or the adults who act like kids), load the skewers, and take turns finding your ideal level of toastiness.

It’s the simplest, sweetest way to end an evening — and it always feels like home.

The Savory Upgrade: Grilled Veggies and Corn

The Helios Fire Folding Braai Grill is ideal for vegetables too. Try peppers, mushrooms, or corn on the cob — brushed with olive oil, salt, and a touch of spice.

The consistent heat of your smokeless fire pit brings out the natural sugars in the veggies, giving you that perfect mix of char and tenderness.

Add a squeeze of lemon, and you’ve got a side dish worthy of any five-star braai.

The Unexpected Delight: Breakfast on the Fire Pit

Morning after a late-night braai? Your Helios Fire Pit is just as handy for breakfast.

Place a flat pan on the Folding Braai Grill and cook bacon, eggs, or even flapjacks right over the coals.

The even heat ensures crisp, golden results without burnt edges — and the smokeless flame keeps the air fresh while you sip your morning coffee outdoors.

Cooking Safety with Helios Fire

Always Cook Outdoors

Even though it’s cleaner-burning, your Helios Fire Pit must always be used outside. Open spaces allow airflow and proper ventilation for safe cooking.

Use the Base for Deck Safety

If you’re cooking on a wooden or composite deck, always use the Helios Fire base to protect your surface and keep the fire elevated.

The base ensures airflow beneath the pit and prevents heat buildup — an essential part of safe operation.

Keep the Spark Arrestor Shield Handy

While you cook, especially with oil or sauce, the Helios Fire Spark Arrestor Shield prevents stray sparks or grease pops from escaping.

It’s also great for keeping small food items safe if kids are around the fire.

Use Proper Tools

Choose long-handled braai tongs, gloves, and stainless steel utensils designed for open-flame cooking. Helios Fire Pits hold heat incredibly well — so treat them with the respect they deserve.

Helios Fire Accessories That Make Cooking Easy

Folding Braai Grills

The star of the show — sturdy, foldable, easy to clean, and custom-fit for Apollo or Eros.

It transforms your smokeless fire pit from a heater into a chef’s station, ready for wors, sosaties, and gourmet-level experiments.

Spark Arrestor Shields

Keeps embers in check while allowing full flame visibility — perfect for windy evenings or family gatherings.

Essential Kits

The Apollo Silver Essential Kit and Eros Silver All-In Kit combine must-have accessories: spark arrestor shields, lids, and protective covers. Ideal for anyone who wants a full Helios Fire experience right from the start.

Lids and Covers

Once you’ve finished cooking, let your fire burn down naturally, then place the lid on top to safely snuff out the final embers.
Use the cover afterward to protect your pit from dust and weather — so it’s spotless and ready for the next feast.

Carry Bag

Designed for adventurers and campers, the Helios Fire carry bag makes transporting your fire pit simple. It’s sturdy, weather-resistant, and perfectly fitted to your model.

From home to campsite, it keeps your Helios gear organised, clean, and safe.

A Few Pro Tips for Perfect Fire Pit Cooking

1. Don’t overload the chamber. Too much wood restricts airflow. A smaller, hotter fire cooks better than a large, smoky one.
   
   

2. Preheat the grill. Give the Folding Braai Grill five minutes over the flame before placing food — it helps with sear and prevents sticking.
   
   

3. Oil lightly. Brush food, not grills, with oil to prevent flare-ups.
   
   

4. Keep a safe zone. Always supervise children around the flame, especially during cooking.
   
   

5. Let the pit cool completely before moving, cleaning, or covering it.
   
   

The Helios Fire Lifestyle: Eat, Laugh, Gather

Cooking with Heart and Heat

Helios Fire is more than a product — it’s a movement. A return to simplicity, to real flames, to that unmistakable South African joy of gathering around fire and food.

Whether you’re grilling wors with friends, experimenting with fruit sosaties, or roasting marshmallows at midnight, your Helios Fire smokeless fire pit makes every bite cleaner, safer, and more memorable.

Built for South African Seasons

From breezy Cape Town nights to crisp Highveld winters, Helios Fire brings warmth and flavour to every season. It’s portable for travel, durable for daily use, and stylish enough to be the centerpiece of your outdoor space.

The Apollo turns your backyard into a culinary hub.
The Eros makes every camping trip a five-star experience.

Cooking, Connection, and the Helios Fire Way

At the heart of every great South African gathering is the fire — and now, with Helios Fire, that fire burns cleaner, smarter, and more beautifully than ever.

Cooking on a Helios Fire smokeless fire pit isn’t just about the food — it’s about the connection.
The sizzling wors. The sticky marshmallows. The laughter that drifts into the night air.

Each flame tells a story, and each meal becomes a memory.

Because with Helios Fire, you’re not just cooking — you’re creating moments that last long after the coals cool.