Using the Griddle
The enamel-coated griddle provides an extra - large cooking surface for meats, pancakes or other food usually prepared in a frying pan or skillet.
The griddle will discolor over time as it becomes seasoned with use.
How to Place the Griddle
The griddle can only be used on the left side grate.
The griddle must be properly placed on the grate.
When the correct side is facing the front, the tabs on the underside of the griddle sit properly on the prongs of the grate to keep the griddle from moving.
Do not remove the left side grate when using the griddle.
Do not remove the griddle plate until the cooktop grates, surfaces and griddle plate are completely cooled.
The griddle plate on the cooktop may become very hot when using the cooktop. Always use oven mitts when placing or removing the griddle plate.
Griddle Cooking Guide
Item | Cooktop size | Preheat setting | Preheat time | Cook setting | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Pancakes | 30" or 36" | Medium High | 4 min | Medium High | Flip after 30 seconds to 1-1/2 minutes |
French Toast | 30" | Medium High | 3-4 min | Medium | 4-5 minutes per side |
36" | Medium High | 4-5 min | Medium | Flip after 2 to 2-1/2 minutes | |
Fried Eggs | 30" or 36" | Medium High | 4-5 min | Medium High | Flip after 1-1/2 to 2 minutes |
Bacon | 30" | Medium | - | Medium | 8-12 minutes |
36" | Medium High | - | Medium High | Flip after 6 to 7 minutes | |
Breakfast Sausage Links | 30" | Medium Low | - | Medium Low | Put 1/4 cup water on griddle at start, cook 10-14 minutes |
36" | Medium | - | Medium | Cook for 5-6 minutes, then rotate every 30 seconds to 1 minute | |
Breakfast Sausage Patties | 30" | Medium | 3 min | Medium | Turn after 5-6 minutes |
36" | Medium/Low | 4-5 min | Medium/Low | Flip and move patties every 1-2 minutes | |
Warming Flour Tortillas | 30" or 36" | Medium | 4-5 min | Medium | 15-30 seconds per side |
Hot Sandwiches (grilled cheese or quesadillas) | 30" | Medium | 3-4 min | Medium | 2-3 minutes per side |
36" | Medium | 4 min | Medium | 45 seconds to 1 minute per side | |
Hamburgers | 30" or 36" | Medium High | 4-5 min | Medium High | Cook for 14 minutes, flipping every 2-3 minutes |
Pork Chops (cook to 145 ℉) | 30" or 36" | Medium High | 3-4 min | Medium High | Let rest for 20 minutes before cooking. Cook for 14 minutes, flipping every 3-5 minutes. Let rest for 5 minutes after cooking. |
Chicken Breasts | 30" | Medium High | 3-4 min | Medium | Cook for 10-15 minutes, flipping every 4-5 minute |
36" | Medium High | 4 min | Medium High | Cook for 8-12 minutes, flipping every 4-5 minutes | |
Searing Steaks | 30" or 36" | Medium High | 3-4 min | Medium High | Cook for 12-1/2 minutes, flipping every 3-4 minutes |
Use this table as a guide. Cooking times will vary depending on quality or quantity of food.
Avoid cooking extremely greasy foods, as grease spills can occur.
The griddle can become hot when surrounding burners are in use.
Do not overheat the griddle. This can damage the enamel coating.
Do not cut foods on the griddle.
Do not place or store items on the griddle.
Do not clean the griddle in the dishwasher or in a self-clean oven cycle.
How to Season the Griddle
As with cast-iron cookware, the griddle will acquire more non-stick properties with use. To shorten this process, you can season the griddle following these steps.
Apply a light, even coat of vegetable oil across the entire surface of the griddle, making sure the oil does not pool or puddle.
Place the griddle in an oven on the middle rack. Set the oven to 550 ℉ and bake for one hour.
Turn off the oven and allow the griddle to cool completely in the oven before removing it.
Repeat steps 1 through 3 two more times, for a total of three seasoning cycles.
How to Clean the Griddle
Clean the griddle by hand.
Do not clean the griddle using a dishwasher or an oven self-clean cycle.
To avoid damaging the surface, do not leave the griddle to soak in water.
For normal cleaning, wipe the griddle off with a damp cloth or paper towels. A mild soap can be used, but you may have to re-season the griddle afterwards.
To clean off burned on residue, use a nylon bristle brush or non-scratch scrubbing pad. Do not use abrasive cleaners or detergents, as they can damage the surface of the griddle.
Rinse with warm water and dry thoroughly.
Store in a cool, dry place.