It’s easier than you think to keep your Blackstone griddle in tip-top shape!
But protecting your investment means caring for your Blackstone griddle properly.
A proper seasoning when you first get your griddle home will make future cleanings a breeze.
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Here’s everything you better know to season and clean your Blackstone griddle.
Seasoning coats the surface of the griddle to create a natural nonstick surface.
Wash Down the Griddle
This will likely be the only time you use soap on your griddle!
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Pour soapy water (use agrease-cutting dish soap) onto your grill, to remove any manufacturing residue.
Then rinse away the soap with clean water.
Then turn off your griddle.
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You’ll see the griddle start to smokewhich is exactly what you want to happen.
Turn it off once the smoking stops, usually around 30 minutes after you start.
Once that’s done, you’re ready to cook!
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Every time you cook on the griddle, it strengthens the seasoning layer.
Here’s how to clean a Blackstone griddle to help keep it in tip-top shape.
Scrape the debris towards the drip pans on the griddle to avoid making a mess.
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(You may need to pour fresh water and repeat this process until the griddle surface is clean.)
Then store your Blackstone griddle away in a cool, dry area.
Turn it on high and let it run for a few minutes to get nice and hot.
Work in a grid pattern when scraping to avoid missing any rusted area.
Then use paper towels to wipe off any loose pieces lingering on the flat top.
After scrubbing, use paper towels or a microfiber cloth to wipe debris from the surface.
Store it in a dry location to prevent any further rusting.
They should also be cleaned and seasoned before first use.
Seasoning your griddle will help it form a natural nonstick coating.
Store your griddle in a cool, dry place, preferably inside or under a sturdy canvas cover.
Leaving it exposed to the elements can cause it to rust.
confirm your griddle has cooled completely before moving it indoors or covering it.
you’re free to do a few things to improve your griddle’s longevity.
In addition to properly seasoning, cleaning, and storing it, always preheat the griddle before use.
Also avoid using any abrasive cleaning materials unless you’re doing a rust removal.
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