Griddles with built-in thermometers and temperature controls make it easier to cook your food to perfection. When shopping for a griddle, you’ll notice that they have a range of features that make cooking and cleaning up faster and more convenient. Most standard features include drip trays used to collect grease and adjustable temperature controls.
The cast aluminum base feels heavy-duty, which might make it a drag to carry but is less likely to be warped when exposed to extreme heat or cool temperatures. You can store it easily too, blackstone electric griddle as it comes with quick-release handles that double as legs to hold it up. And, like most of the griddles on our list, you can remove the thermostat so it’s safe to wash it in your sink.
I think the 22″ E-Series griddle is a good looking product overall, but the LCD display really shines, literally and figuratively. Without the power of BTU pumping gas, it’s extra important to know your surface temps. All the grease gets pushed into a cup, and then it just takes a gently cleaning. Blackstone is well known for creating and dominating the griddle segment.
The heat of the griddle will break down the oil and bond it to the metal, creating a new polymer that acts as a stick resistant and protective layer over the griddle. You will want to repeat this 3-4 times for your initial seasoning. Don’t worry–just keep cooking and oiling it before and after each use.
Protect the griddle surface only using wood, plastic, rubber, or silicone cooking utensils. Enjoy the original taste of Venezuela and Colombia in your kitchen. Use the Brentwood AR Piece non-stick Arepa maker to produce authentic, round and toasty arepas. Simply plug it in and let the inductor lights signal both power and when the plates are hot and ready. Adjustable heat lets you cook them soft and doughy or nice and toasty. With non-stick plates arepas slide right off and clean up is a breeze.
You can purchase the Blackstone Seasoning and Cast Iron Conditioner at select retailers as well as on our website here. Electric skillets are typically designed with higher sides and come with a lid which makes them more versatile than griddles. That being said, there are models like our best overall pick, the Zojirushi Gourmet Sizzler Electric Griddle, that can act as a griddle or a skillet because it has high sides and comes with a lid.
As the seasoning builds, the better your griddle seasoning will get. At 253 square inches, it’s quite big, to say the least, so you’ll have plenty of space for cheesesteaks, French toast, chicken strips, or quesadillas. Plus, it comes with a slide-out drip tray to catch excess fat while you cook. At the same time, it is designed to be compact, so it won’t take up a lot of space in an 18-inch kitchen cabinet. A nonstick ceramic titanium surface ensures that the heat distribution is excellent, so you should be able to cook foods such as pancakes, bacon, or breakfast omelets without burning. This griddle’s surface is not shallow like other griddles, so it can even be used to stir fry.