Name: Tandoor Meat Hanging Hook AS17 | S-Hook | Tandoor Morni
Price: 9.99 USD
Availability: InStock

Description

Key Features

Why the AS17 Is the Best Tandoor Meat Hanging Hook for Home & Professional Use

Premium Stainless Steel S-Hook Construction

The AS17 tandoor hook is constructed from durable stainless steel with an electroplated silver finish — corrosion resistant, rust proof, and built to withstand the extreme heat, grease, and moisture of regular tandoor oven use. This premium stainless steel S-hook outperforms plated carbon steel alternatives that rust after repeated high-heat exposure. As a heavy duty meat hook rated to 3kg, the AS17 is a professional SUS304-grade stainless steel S-hook that holds whole chicken, leg of lamb, fish, and poultry securely at temperatures up to 900°F+ — making it the definitive stainless steel meat hook for tandoor cooking.

3kg Weight Capacity & Generous 3-Inch Size

Each AS17 is a 3-inch S-hook that supports 0.5 kg to 3 kg (6.6 lbs) — making it the ideal whole chicken tandoor hook and chicken hanging hook. At exactly 3-inch S-hook dimensions, it is the right size for home and restaurant use. Hang a full chicken, leg of lamb, whole fish, or large marinated meat cuts in your tandoor oven with complete confidence in the hook’s grip. The 3-inch length is purposefully sized for most standard home and commercial tandoor ovens, positioning the meat at the optimal distance from the clay wall for even heat distribution without contact burns.

S-Hook Tandoor Design with Magnetic Mount

The AS17 is the ideal hook for tandoor oven meat hanging — the thoughtfully engineered S-shape design allows secure hanging from both ends of the hook: meat on the lower loop, tandoor rack or crossbar on the upper loop. The magnetic mounting type attaches securely to smooth metal surfaces inside the tandoor. Smooth, rounded edges on both loops allow for quick and convenient hanging and removal of items without snagging, tearing, or damaging the meat.

Versatile Use — Tandoor, Smoker & Kitchen

Beyond the tandoor oven, the AS17 functions as smoker meat hooks, a butcher hook, and general BBQ meat hooks — essential for hanging meat in a smoker or offset cooker. It is one of the most versatile S-hooks for smoking meat available: professional-grade stainless steel that works in a tandoor oven, as a commercial kitchen hook, for smoker use, or for organizing pots, pans, and utensils. One accessory, multiple applications.

How It Works

How the AS17 Tandoor Hanging Hook Works

The AS17 is a classic hook for tandoor oven meat hanging — specifically designed as an S-hook for tandoor use — one of the most proven hanging methods in both traditional tandoor cooking and modern commercial smoking. Here is how the two-loop S-hook system works inside a tandoor oven.

Step-by-step: hanging meat in a tandoor

Prepare and marinate your meat — whole chicken, leg of lamb, whole fish, or large cuts. Score the surface to help marinade penetrate and ensure the hanging hook gets a secure purchase.
Insert the lower loop of the AS17 stainless steel tandoor meat hook through the meat — through a scored opening, leg joint, or pre-tied twine loop around the cut.
Attach the upper loop of the meat hanging hook to the tandoor crossbar, rack rail, or the magnetic surface of a compatible metal fitting inside the oven.
Lower the meat into the preheated tandoor oven, allowing it to hang freely in the radiant heat of the clay walls for even, self-basting cooking.
When cooked, lift out using heat resistant gloves — the AS17 smooth rounded edges allow easy removal without snagging. Always use with the AS15 heat resistant gloves for safe handling of the hook and hot meat.

Why hang meat in a tandoor?

Even radiant heat. Hanging meat in the centre of the tandoor exposes it to 360° radiant heat from the clay walls — unlike resting meat on a rack which only heats from below.
Self-basting. As the meat hangs, juices and marinade run down the surface continuously — the tandoor meat hanging hook method is self-basting, keeping meat moist throughout cooking.
Faster cooking. Whole birds and large cuts cook 20–30% faster when hung compared to resting on a rack, because the heat circulates around the entire surface simultaneously.
Traditional method. Hanging meat on a hook for tandoor cooking is the authentic traditional technique used in tandoori restaurants worldwide — not a modern adaptation.

What to Cook

What Can You Hang with the AS17 Tandoor Oven Meat Hook — Chicken, Lamb, Fish & More

The AS17 tandoor hook supports items from 0.5 kg to 3 kg and is designed for use with the full range of proteins, poultry, fish, and food items commonly cooked in a tandoor oven. It also works equally well as a meat hook for smoker use and kitchen organization.

Whole Chicken — Tandoor Chicken Hook

The AS17 is the essential tandoor chicken hook for hanging whole chicken in the oven cavity. As a chicken hanging hook, it supports a whole tandoori chicken (1.2–1.8 kg). This whole chicken tandoor hook positions the bird perfectly for 360° radiant heat cooking. Insert the lower loop through the neck cavity or score the breast skin to loop through.

Leg of Lamb — Tandoor Lamb Hook & Raan Hook

The AS17 is the definitive tandoor lamb hook — also known as a raan hook — for hanging whole leg of lamb (1.5–2.5 kg bone-in) in the tandoor. As a lamb leg hook, it grips securely through the exposed bone joint throughout the 45–60 minute raan cook. A true raan hook for authentic Punjabi and South Asian tandoor cooking.

Whole Fish — Tandoor Fish Hook

The AS17 tandoor fish hook hangs whole fish (sea bass, snapper, pomfret) away from direct surface contact, allowing smoke and radiant heat to cook evenly on all sides without sticking. Handles whole fish from 500g to 1.5 kg with ease.

Poultry — Quail, Poussin, Duck

As a versatile poultry hook tandoor accessory, the AS17 handles smaller birds like quail and poussin (500g–800g) and larger ducks (2–2.5 kg) with equal ease. The 3-inch hook positions birds ideally in the upper cavity for rapid, high-heat cooking at 900°F+ — the authentic restaurant hanging method.

Smoker & BBQ — Smoker Meat Hooks

Beyond the tandoor, the AS17 works as professional smoker meat hooks and BBQ meat hooks — hanging bacon, pork belly, brisket, whole chicken, or ribs in an offset or vertical smoker. The electroplated stainless resists smoke residue and cleans in seconds after each session.

Kitchen Organization

The AS17 is equally effective as a commercial kitchen hook and professional meat hook for organizing utensils, pots, pans, and ladles on magnetic surfaces or pot racks. Whether used in a restaurant setting or as a home kitchen organizer, the heavy duty stainless steel construction handles daily professional use.

Compatibility

Compatible with All Tandoor Morni Home, Catering, Copper & Commercial Tandoor Models

The AS17 tandoor meat hook is compatible with all Tandoor Morni oven models across all four product lines. The 3-inch S-hook size is purposefully chosen to work as a restaurant tandoor hook across the full range. For restaurant operators on CH02–T06 models, the AS17 serves as a professional-grade restaurant tandoor hook rated for continuous daily use.

Home Tandoor Models

✓ Mini Clay Tandoor Oven Home R26

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✓ Home Clay Tandoor Oven R28

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✓ Large Outdoor Tandoor Oven R32

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Catering Tandoor Models

✓ Round Catering Clay Tandoor Oven CS01

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✓ Food Truck Tandoor Oven CS02

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✓ Portable Charcoal Catering Tandoor CS03

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✓ Square Catering Charcoal Tandoor CS04

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Copper Tandoor Models

✓ Charcoal Tandoor Oven CU02

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✓ Wood Clay Tandoor Oven CU04

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✓ Traditional Tandoor Oven CU06

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✓ Propane Gas Tandoor Oven A02

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✓ Pakistani Tandoor Oven A04

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✓ Afghan Tandoor Oven A06

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Commercial & Restaurant Tandoor Models

✓ Restaurant Tandoor Oven CH02

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✓ CSA ETL NSF Tandoor Oven CH04

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✓ Middle Eastern Restaurant Tandoor Oven CH06

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✓ Indian Tandoor Oven T02

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✓ Natural Gas Tandoor Oven T04

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✓ Punjabi Tandoor Oven T06

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Specifications

Full Specifications — AS17 Tandoor Oven Meat Hanging Hook

Product Code	AS17
SKU	33122
Brand	Tandoor Morni
Color	Silver
Dimensions	3 inches (3-inch S-hook length)
Shape	Heavy duty S-Hook (double-loop) — stainless steel meat hook style
Material	Stainless Steel (SUS304 food-grade grade equivalent)
Finish	Electroplating (electroplated silver)
Mounting Type	Magnetic (smooth metal surfaces)
Max Weight Capacity	3 kilograms (6.6 lbs)
Min Weight Capacity	0.5 kilograms
Number of Hooks	1
Product Style	Industrial
Corrosion Resistance	Yes — stainless steel + electroplated finish
Surface Recommendation	Smooth metal surfaces
Condition	New
Price	$9.99 USD (was $18.00 — 44% off)
Shipping	Free Shipping across USA
Returns	30-Day Return Guarantee

Why Buy

Buy Tandoor Meat Hanging Hook Online — S-Hook Tandoor Accessories USA

When you buy a tandoor hook from Tandoor Morni, you are getting a heavy duty stainless steel meat hook engineered specifically for tandoor oven meat hanging, not a generic kitchen hook repurposed for high-heat use. The AS17 tandoor meat hanging hook is constructed from durable stainless steel with an electroplated silver finish rated for the extreme heat, grease, and moisture of regular tandoor cooking at 900°F+.

At $9.99 (was $18.00), the AS17 tandoor hanging hook is the most affordable way to unlock the authentic meat hanging hook tandoor cooking method — hanging meat in your tandoor — the traditional technique used in Indian and Middle Eastern restaurants worldwide. Order online with free shipping across the USA and a 30-Day Return Guarantee, or pick one up in person at any of our 8 US showrooms.

As part of the complete Tandoor Morni accessories USA range, the AS17 pairs with the AS15 heat resistant gloves, tandoor skewers, the AS14 tandoor cover, the AS07 clay balls, and the AS05 curing paste — everything needed to cook, protect, and maintain your tandoor oven.

Material & Durability

Stainless Steel Meat Hook — Why Material Matters at Tandoor Temperatures

Not all meat hooks are created equal. The material choice for a tandoor hook matters more than for any other kitchen hook — because the AS17 operates inside a live tandoor oven reaching 900°F, exposed to extreme radiant heat, meat drippings, marinade acids, and repeated thermal cycling between cold storage and extreme heat.

Why stainless steel is the only correct choice

Corrosion resistance. Carbon steel hooks — even heavily plated ones — rust within weeks of exposure to the acidic marinade drippings (yoghurt, lemon, vinegar) that are standard in tandoori cooking. Stainless steel is inherently corrosion resistant — it does not rust even without plating.
Food safety at high heat. At 900°F, some coated or plated hooks leach metals or lose their food-safe coating. The AS17 SUS304-grade stainless steel retains its food-grade properties at operating temperatures — the same material standard used in commercial kitchen equipment worldwide.
Structural integrity. Cheap zinc or aluminium hooks deform under the weight of a 2.5 kg leg of lamb in a 900°F environment. The heavy duty stainless steel of the AS17 maintains its S-hook shape under full 3 kg load at operating temperature.
Easy cleaning. Stainless steel is non-porous — it does not absorb meat juices, marinade, or grease. A 15-minute soak in warm soapy water removes all residue. Carbon steel hooks require immediate drying after every wash to prevent rust.

AS17 material specification

Base material	Stainless steel (SUS304 equivalent)
Surface finish	Electroplated silver
Food safety	Food-grade, direct meat contact safe
Max operating temp	900°F+ (tandoor rated)
Corrosion resistance	Inherent — acid, oil, moisture proof
Comparable to	Commercial butcher hook grade

Hook vs Skewer

Tandoor Hook vs Tandoor Skewer — Which Do You Need?

Both the AS17 meat hanging hook and tandoor skewers are essential for a fully-equipped tandoor oven — but they serve completely different cooking purposes. Here is how to decide which to use for each dish.

Factor	AS17 Meat Hanging Hook	Tandoor Skewers
Best for	Whole birds, whole legs, large cuts that can’t be skewered	Kebabs, tikka cubes, marinated chunks, seekh
Typical weight	0.5–3 kg (whole chicken, leg of lamb, whole fish)	50g–500g per skewer (cubed or minced meat)
Cooking method	Hanging — 360° radiant heat, self-basting	Vertical — direct radiant heat, requires turning
Key dishes	Whole tandoori chicken, raan, whole fish, duck	Seekh kebab, chicken tikka, paneer tikka, prawns
Positioning	Hung from crossbar or magnetic fitting	Rested vertically against rim or lowered in
Result	Evenly cooked whole piece, naturally basted	Fast-cooked individual pieces with char

For a complete tandoor cooking setup, you need both. The AS17 hook for whole birds and large cuts, and tandoor skewers for kebabs and tikka. Every Tandoor Morni home and copper tandoor oven ships with a skewer set included — the AS17 hook is the natural complement.

Care & Cleaning

Tandoor Hook Care & Cleaning Guide

After Each Use

While the tandoor is still warm after cooking, hook residue loosens easily. Soak the AS17 in warm soapy water for 10–15 minutes, wipe with a cloth or soft brush, rinse thoroughly, and air dry before storing. Do not leave the hook wet — even stainless steel benefits from being stored dry.

Deep Cleaning

For stubborn marinade residue — especially after yoghurt-based tandoori marinades — soak in a solution of warm water and a small amount of white vinegar for 20–30 minutes. The acid breaks down protein deposits without damaging the stainless steel or electroplated finish. Rinse and dry thoroughly.

Storage & Inspection

Store the hook in a dry location. Before each use, inspect both loop ends for any deformation or scratches that could snag meat. The magnetic mount should still hold firmly to smooth metal surfaces — if grip has weakened, clean the contact surface. Replace if the hook shows any bending under load.

How Many Do I Need?

How Many Tandoor Meat Hooks Do I Need?

The AS17 is sold as a single hook. How many you need depends on your tandoor model, cooking style, and session volume. Here is a practical guide.

1–2 Hooks — Home Use (R26–R32)

For family cooking sessions — one hook for a whole chicken or raan. Two hooks if you want to hang two smaller birds simultaneously or alternate between hanging and resting cuts.

3–4 Hooks — Catering Use (CS01–CS04)

For outdoor catering events — 3 or 4 hooks allows rotation: one hanging in the tandoor, one being loaded, one resting after cooking. Keeps service flowing without waiting for each bird to finish before loading the next.

6–8 Hooks — Restaurant Use (CH & T Series)

For a restaurant tandoor hook rotation across continuous service — multiple hooks in use simultaneously across CH02, CH04, CH06, T02, T04, and T06 models. Allows a complete hanging cycle: marinating, hanging, resting, and plating at the same time.

Customer Q&A

Customer Questions & Answers

Can I use the AS17 hook to hang a whole turkey in my tandoor? +

The AS17 maximum capacity is 3 kg (6.6 lbs). A full turkey typically weighs 4–7 kg — exceeding the hook’s rated capacity. For smaller turkey crowns (2–3 kg), the hook can work. For a full bird, contact Tandoor Morni to discuss a heavier-duty hook option or a two-hook suspension method.

Can I hang meat on this hook in a gas tandoor as well as charcoal? +

Yes — the AS17 works equally in gas-fired and charcoal-fired tandoor ovens. Both fuel types reach similar operating temperatures at the clay wall surface. The stainless steel construction handles either heat source without degradation. Compatible with all Tandoor Morni gas models (R26, R28, R32, CS01, CS02, CH02–T06) and charcoal models (CS03, CS04, CU02, CU04, CU06, A04, A06).

Is the AS17 hook dishwasher safe? +

The stainless steel body is dishwasher safe — commercial dishwashers are used in restaurant kitchens with stainless steel equipment daily. However, repeated dishwasher cycles may gradually dull the electroplated silver finish. For best long-term appearance, hand washing in warm soapy water is recommended.

How does the magnetic mount work if my tandoor crossbar isn’t magnetic? +

The magnetic mounting type means the AS17 can optionally attach to smooth magnetic metal surfaces inside the tandoor — the stainless steel rim, rack fittings, or crossbar. If your crossbar is non-magnetic stainless or another material, the hook works equally well by simply resting the upper loop over the bar — the S-shape provides a secure mechanical lock that does not require the magnetic function.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions — AS17 Tandoor Meat Hanging Hook

What is a tandoor meat hanging hook and how does it work? +

A tandoor meat hanging hook — also called an S-hook for tandoor use, a butcher hook, or one of the most practical S-hooks for smoking meat on the market — is a stainless steel S-hook used to suspend whole cuts of meat (chicken, lamb, fish, and poultry) inside the tandoor oven cavity or smoker during cooking. The AS17 uses a double-loop S-shape design: the lower loop attaches to the meat (through a scored opening, bone joint, or twine loop), while the upper loop hooks onto the tandoor rack, crossbar, or magnetic fitting inside the oven. This meat hanging hook tandoor method is the traditional restaurant technique, exposing the meat to 360° radiant heat for faster, more even, self-basting results.

What is the weight capacity of the AS17 tandoor hook? +

The AS17 stainless steel tandoor hook supports items from 0.5 kg minimum to 3 kg (6.6 lbs) maximum. This covers the full range of whole chickens (1.2–1.8 kg), small legs of lamb (1.5–2.5 kg), whole fish (500g–1.5 kg), and large poultry. For items heavier than 3 kg, contact Tandoor Morni for guidance on the appropriate hanging method or additional hook support.

Is this hook compatible with all Tandoor Morni models? +

Yes — the AS17 tandoor oven meat hook is compatible with all 15 Tandoor Morni tandoor models: home tandoor models (R26, R28, R32), catering tandoor models (CS01, CS02, CS03, CS04), copper tandoor models (CU02, CU04, CU06, A02, A04, A06), and commercial and restaurant tandoor models (CH02, CH04, CH06, T02, T04, T06). The 3-inch S-hook size is chosen for compatibility across all Tandoor Morni internal cavity dimensions.

What is the magnetic mounting type — how does it work? +

The AS17 tandoor hook features a magnetic mounting type, meaning the upper loop of the S-hook can attach to smooth metal surfaces inside the tandoor oven — including the stainless steel rim, crossbar, or any compatible magnetic fitting. This provides a secure, repositionable mounting point without requiring tools or fixed hardware. The magnetic mount also makes the hook convenient to move and store between cooking sessions.

Can I use this as a meat hook for smoker use as well? +

Yes — the AS17 is equally effective as a meat hook for smoker use. The stainless steel construction and electroplated finish resist smoke residue, high heat, and moisture — the same conditions found in offset and vertical smokers. Use it as a bacon hanger hook, pork belly hanger, whole chicken hook, or brisket hook in any smoker where a hanging method is preferred over resting on a rack.

How do I clean the AS17 stainless steel tandoor hook? +

Cleaning the AS17 stainless steel S-hook is straightforward: while the tandoor is still warm after cooking, any stuck food residue on the hook will loosen easily. Soak in warm soapy water for 10–15 minutes, then wipe with a cloth or soft brush. Rinse and dry thoroughly before storing. The stainless steel construction and electroplated finish are corrosion resistant but should be dried after washing to maintain the electroplate finish long-term.

What is the return policy for the AS17 tandoor hook? +

The AS17 tandoor meat hanging hook is covered by a 30-Day Return Guarantee — you can return it within 30 days of purchase. Visit tandoormorni.com or contact any of our 8 US showrooms to initiate a return.

Where can I buy the AS17 tandoor hook with free shipping in the USA? +

The AS17 is available on tandoormorni.com at $9.99 with free shipping across the USA — no minimum order. It is also available for same-day purchase at all 8 Tandoor Morni showrooms (Edison NJ, Houston TX, Chicago IL, Manteca CA, Tampa FL, and Washington DC area). As part of the tandoor accessories USA range, it ships quickly alongside other accessories.

Why should I hang meat in a tandoor rather than using skewers? +

Skewers and hanging hooks serve different cooking purposes in a tandoor. Skewers are ideal for kebabs, tikka pieces, and marinated chunks that need to be turned and basted. The tandoor meat hanging hook is the correct method for whole birds, whole legs, and large cuts that cannot be threaded on a skewer — the hook allows the meat to hang freely in the radiant heat for 360° even cooking and self-basting without contact with the clay wall.

Can the AS17 be used as a chicken hanging hook and for other whole poultry? +

Yes — the AS17 is purpose-designed as a whole chicken tandoor hook and chicken hanging hook for tandoor cooking. Its 3kg capacity covers whole chickens (1.2–1.8 kg), quail (250–500g), poussin (400–700g), duck (1.5–2.5 kg), and other poultry. As a poultry hook tandoor accessory, it is the most versatile bird-hanging solution in the Tandoor Morni accessories range — used at home on the R26–R32 and in restaurant kitchens on the CH02–T06 commercial models.

What is a raan hook and does the AS17 work for raan (leg of lamb)? +

A raan hook is a meat hanging hook used to suspend a whole leg of lamb (raan) inside a tandoor oven for the traditional slow-roast preparation. The AS17 is an effective raan hook — its 3kg capacity easily handles a bone-in leg of lamb (1.5–2.5 kg), and the lower S-hook loop grips securely through the exposed femur joint. It is also the correct tandoor lamb hook and lamb leg hook for any lamb leg preparation, whether marinated overnight in the Punjabi style or spiced for a Middle Eastern presentation on the CH06 restaurant model.

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