How long does it take to cook on the Argentinian Iron Cross?1
Cooking a small pig (25–30 lbs) takes about 4 to 5 hours, while a whole lamb can take up to 6 or 7 hours depending on the fire intensity. The result is a crisp, golden skin with juicy, tender meat.
Is the Iron Cross easy to assemble and adjust?
Yes. Customers often mention how easy it is to set up and manage during cooking. The locking arms and adjustable base make it simple to tilt or rotate the cross 360° for even exposure to heat.
What kind of meat can I cook with it?
This grill works perfectly for whole lambs, suckling pigs, goats, wild hogs, or multiple chickens. The structure holds heavy cuts securely, ensuring balance and stability during long fire sessions.
How durable is the construction?
The Iron Cross is handmade in Argentina from solid steel. It’s built to last for years of outdoor use, with excellent resistance to heat and oxidation when maintained with a light oil coat after cooking.
Can I combine this setup with other Gaucho Life grills?
Absolutely. Many users pair the cross grill with a Santa María Grill for reverse searing or with a Gaucho Grill for side dishes and steaks, creating a complete asado experience.
Customer Reviews
Overall rating: 4.8 / 5 from 25 reviews.
Nice finishing / coloring on the leather. Seems well Made. Overall though, its overpriced for what you get. Without logs supporting the Carrier this doesn’t present all that well as a decorative item. Also, our carrier didn’t overlap the top iron bar per the catalog picture. Some sort of small loop and post to secure the leather carrier to the iron frame would be ideal to make this product more polished
The only reason Im not giving the 5 stars is because the shipping box was caved in and mangled. I was happily surprised that everything was still there and not damaged especially because it shipped from Argentina to CA! The FedEx person didnt want to sign off on it because it was so destroyed. But it is gorgeous and I would buy it again if I knew the packaging would be more sturdy. Thank you!