5 Things I Wish I knew before buying a Blackstone Griddle

The ‘H’ style burner distributes the heat quickly and evenly across the 267 sq. Rolled steel griddle top making cooking breakfast, lunch or dinner easy. Once you are done, use the rear grease management system to clean up fast and get back to your day.

We also recommend buying the appropriate tools to scrape grease from the top and paper towels for seasoning and cleaning. Unlike a regular grill, you’ll need some supplies to season and clean the griddle top. This can include most high-smoke oils like peanut or avocado, while flax oil and pre-mixed seasoning oils are also popular choices. The cooking surface is 20″ by 12″ which is plenty of room to grill a dozen brats or eight burgers on the grill side.

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Smash, Season, Flip, and Cover – four simple steps that will get people raving about your food. The Blackstone heavy duty wide hamburger spatula with heat resistant plastic handle is ideal for flipping monster burger’s and steaks. The 3-foot Propane Adapter Hose with Regulator allows you to switch from a 1 pound propane bottle to a bulk (20 pound) propane tank. No need to pack extra propane when you purchase the RV Propane Quick Connect.

It leaves virtually no mess, and it can be ready to pack up and go in a short time. A griddle for camping use gives you the ability to cook meals all day long without the need to tend a fire and you’ll get superior results when cooking almost any meal. The Petite Gourmet is lighter by three pounds, but The blackstone portable grill Dash is easier to carry because it doesn’t have cumbersome leg bases sticking out. The large bases on the legs of the PG make it a little more awkward to carry than the Dash when in briefcase style carrying mode. The Dash takes up very little space when packed up, so it’s easy to transport and store.

I have graduated far past just making pancakes at the campground–and the 36″ has been my steady companion. Delicious Fajita nights are happening on my 36″ every week. And surprising enough, I love a good steak on my Blackstone just as much as one cooked over an open flame on the grill. This kit includes one 6-inch heavy-duty stainless steel Griddle Scraper to remove debris, cooked-on food, and other residue. The 8 Piece Griddle Cleaning Kit also features a Handle and 3 Scour Pads designed to clean griddle tops, wet or dry. This kit includes another Handle with 2 Cleaning Bricks, which is designed to clean griddle or grill grates and help remove cooked-on grime.

I’d recommend going through the process detailed in the manual a couple times before committing to a cook on it. How long a Blackstone grill lasts depends on how well you take care of it. A well-maintained griddle can last for 20 years or more. Cover the grill when not in use, and clean and oil the cast- iron surface between uses to protect it from the elements and prevent rust. Because the firebox is enclosed, expect to use less propane than other grills. The 7000 BTU burner rating seems low compared to other grills, yet it has little difficulty heating to 400° temperatures with the lid down.

With this smooth surface and a drip tray you will not need to worry about scrubbing off a grill either. The two “H” style burners provide even heat distribution for optimal cooking across the whole griddle. Stable on any surface from grassy hills to muddy terrain, so you can eat up delicious burgers, hot dogs, steaks, eggs, and more! There are a few simple tips folks should follow before first using their Blackstone grill and after each use to ensure it lasts a long time. Seasoning is paramount when it comes to any flat-top griddle, and Blackstone griddles are no different. Season the Blackstone’s cast-iron cooking surface before cooking with it by carefully following the manufacturer’s instructions.