The Ultimate Guide to Griddles: Choosing the Best for Your Kitchen
- LT Leo
- Aug 25
- 5 min read
The Ultimate Guide to Griddles: Choosing the Best for Your Kitchen
You might be a professional chef or a passionate amateur home cook anyway, the griddle is one of those multi-functional devices that should never be missing from your cooking equipment. Panda Range provides an enormous variety of cast iron griddles, electric griddles, outdoor griddles, as well as gas grill and griddle combos suitable for every kind of professional or non-professional kitchen. As good as an induction cooking appliances, here is everything you need to know regarding griddles, their types, uses, advantages, and how to take care of them. Whether you want a pan for outdoor grilling, a stainless steel electric griddle, or recommendations on the best way to season a griddle this is the ideal guide for you to make those smart choices.
What a Griddle Does?
A griddle is defined as a flat cooking surface generally cast iron, stainless steel, or carbon steel that gives even distribution of heat while cooking. It offers a great advantage over the regular pan, in that you can prepare lots of food at once which makes it ideal for restaurants, food trucks, diners, and even home kitchens.
There are griddles in many forms, including stove top griddles, freestanding gas griddles, and electric griddles the last word in flexibility for cooking pancakes and eggs to steaks, burgers, seafood, and stir-fries.
Available Griddles at Panda Range
At Panda Range, we know that every kitchen is different, and that’s why we have a wide range of griddles to meet your specific commercial performance or residential convenience.
An iron griddle is one of the great cooking implements known to last forever, as well as best in holding heat, therefore ideal for searing steaks and grilling veggies. There develops an organic non-stick coating on the surface of these cast iron griddles when they are well-seasoned.
Best for: Cooks looking for cookware that will last a lifetime with excellent temperature modulation.
A flat carbon steel griddle is a workhorse in restaurant kitchens because it heats up fast, practically as quick as stainless steel, and plays well with both gas and electric ranges.
Best for: Restaurants, caterers, and any kitchen with a need for hardcore, hygienic cooking surfaces.
A carbon steel griddle is all that cast iron and might get into more beneficial possession since heating is much quicker than cast iron but may still bear the resemblance in terms of durability. Also, it grows a natural non-stick surface over seasoning with time.
Best for: Those who desire professional-grade performance but lighter in weight compared to cast iron.
Cooking made easy and convenient for any homemaker on the go. Just plug in to get started; it has an adjustable thermostat control and cooking is ready to start. Ideal for cooking a variety of foods, including pancakes, eggs, and burgers without using the actual stove.
Best for: Tiny spaces, studio flats or that mad rush every morning.
It rests over your current gas or electric burners in seconds, expanding your stove into a flexible open cooking area.
Families who want a griddle but do not want to purchase an extra appliance.
Outdoor Griddle
Built for backyard barbecues, camping, or even food trucks, this outdoor griddle features ample cooking space to cook burgers, steaks, veggies, and fish outside. Best for: Outdoors cooking hobbyists and companies that provide event catering.
Another commercial favorite, the gas griddle is known for its quick heating and fine temperature adjustment and is ideal for a busy restaurant that is into a swift and continuous meal-preparation process.
Best for: Commercial kitchens, diners, and other high-volume food service operations
Griddle Grill Combo
The griddle grill combos give the user the flat top and the grilling side all at one time which allows for grilling steaks, burgers and eggs and stir frying all in one shot
Best for: Home cooks and caterers seeking optimal culinary versatility.
Already have a gas grill at home? This is an accessory that fits right on top and is removable, converting your grill into a versatile cooking station.
Best for: Those who own a gas grill and desire flat-surface cooking without having to purchase another appliance.
Using a Griddle
Unifying cooking on one surface for breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Uniform heating Professional griddles have the ability to heat evenly, providing gently consistent cooking
Large Cooking Surface
Suitable for families or any commercial operation Durability
Cast iron and stainless steel can last for decades Convenience
Electric griddles, or stovetop models make cooking an easy task
How to Clean a Griddle
Proper cleaning is the key to long life for your griddle:
Cool Down. Let the griddle cool off a bit, but not completely.
Scrape Residue. Use a griddle scraper or spatula to remove food debris.
Warm Water Rinse. Rinse with a wet cloth; cast iron should not be exposed to strong detergent materials.
Dry Completely. Dry at once to avoid the formation of rust spots; once dry, season again.
How to Season a Griddle
The seasoning will create a natural non-stick surface on your griddle:
1. Make sure that the griddle is clean.
2. Apply a thin film of cooking oil.
3. Heat the griddle until the oil smokes slightly.
4. Cool, and repeat step 2-3 times Proper seasoning improves flavor and prevents rust.
Choosing the Best Griddle Grill
Consider the material of construction, which may be cast iron, stainless steel, or carbon steel; check the fuel type, whether gas or electric or compatibility with the stovetop; have a look at the size, if it’s large benefiting the commercial kitchen or compact to fit in your home; consider portability i.e., where do you intend to use it, outdoor or indoors?
Available with expert advice and wide selection to choose your better griddle for your style of cooking.
Why Choose Panda Range for Your Griddle?
At Panda Range, we take it as our mission to provide for every cooking need with high-quality griddles. Here is why our customers trust us:
Wide range of products: Including electric griddles to outdoor griddles, we have all categories in our range.
Commercial Grade: Ravishing enough to be for restaurants and professional chefs.
Affordable prices: Competitive prices catering toward both residential and commercial kitchens.
Expert Advice: Our team can guide you in selecting the best griddle that suits your needs.
Fast Shipping: Have your griddle delivered right to your door.
Frequently Asked Questions
If a grill has raised ridges, what does a griddle feature?
A grill features raised ridges; however, a griddle is merely a flat cooking surface that helps in even heating.
Can you use a griddle on a gas grill?
Yes, by using a griddle for gas grill accessory, your gas grill can be changed into a versatile cooking station.
What is the best electric griddle?
Different griddles fit different needs -some are adjustable, others non-stick, while some clean easily.
Do I need to season a stainless steel griddle?
No, it isn’t necessary because stainless steel is not cast iron, but it may require light oiling to prevent sticking.
What foods can I cook on a griddle?
Pancakes, bacon, eggs steak, seafood, and stir-fry –pretty much anything.
There is no doubt that anyone who is into cooking really needs a griddle. It doesn’t matter whether it’s equipping a fully packed commercial kitchen or just an upgrade for your home cooking; Panda Range always has the right griddle that suits you. It’s from cast iron griddles to griddle grill combos; our collection makes sure every meal is a perfectly cooked masterpiece.
Is your kitchen ready for the upgrade? Check out our wide selection of griddles today to find the perfect one for your needs.
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