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Thermador® Professional Series 12" Black Griddle Plate
Bertazzoni Professional Series 48" Stainless Steel Natural Gas Rangetop with Electric Griddle
KitchenAid® 48" Stainless Steel Commercial Style Freestanding Dual Fuel Range
Why Trust Plaza Appliance Mart?
Is there anything better than a lazy Sunday breakfast? You flip pancakes in the kitchen while bacon and sausage sizzle away nearby. The coffee is brewing and your kids are cutting up fresh fruit. What if there was a way to cook entire meals on one surface? This way you could easily enjoy delicious food without having to wash multiple pans or scrub down a grill each night. That is what a griddle is for.
Griddles have become increasingly popular in homes across America. These miniature appliances are flexible with cooking and don’t create a mess. Once most home cooks start using a griddle, they increasingly see its value and test new recipes to see how they turn out.
If you don’t have a griddle in your home, consider investing in one. You can buy a stand-alone appliance or find built-in griddle features in new stovetops. Learn more about your options and why a griddle is essential in your home.
Get to Know Your Griddle Options
There are multiple ways to bring a griddle into your home. Some griddles are meant to be placed on stovetops or grills and don’t come with any heat sources of their own. Others can be plugged into the wall and placed on your countertop. Additionally, more companies are building griddles into their stovetops and ovens so customers don’t have to buy separate ones on their own. Here are a few options that show the wide range of griddle models available.
Thermador® Griddle
Thermador is one of the most reliable appliance brands on the market. You can find anything from quality stovetops to high-tech ovens through this company. It also offers a basic stovetop griddle for homeowners who are interested in this cooking method but don’t want to make a significant financial commitment just yet.
For only $200 you can invest in a griddle for your home. This model is placed on top of two burners and heats evenly. The flat surface means your food won’t slide around and everything will cook evenly. The larger space is also ideal if you need to cook for multiple people at once. You no longer have to make one pancake at a time for family members. Instead, you can evenly space out enough flapjacks to satiate even the hungriest teenagers.
This griddle is 19.5 inches long and 11 inches wide, which means it can fit on most standard stovetops. Learn what other customers have to say about it to get an idea of how this griddle is used.
Thermador® Professional Series 12" Black Griddle Plate
Thermador also carried a more advanced cooktop griddle that is made for outdoor use. This model has more features than the basic griddle model, which means you can cook entire meals with different heat levels on one surface.
This option is designed for briquette grill modules and is designed to replace grill grates. If you have ever watched a hot dog or your grilled veggies fall through the cracks of the grill, you know how frustrating it can be to cook with grates. With a griddle, you can enjoy the benefits of a grilling surface while still getting the perks of cooking on a stove. You can slather your corn in extra butter or cover your chicken in barbecue sauce without losing half of it down the grates. It’s also easier to clean up a griddle because you can bring this surface inside to scrub it down.
Grilling experts can control the surface temperature of the griddle with their briquettes. You can have a hotter side for meats and a cooler side for delicate items like vegetables and eggs. Read what customers think about this griddle.
Bertazzoni Professional Series 48" Stainless Steel Natural Gas Rangetop with Electric Griddle
If you love cooking with a griddle and know that it’s time to replace your stovetop, consider investing in a range with built-in griddle technology. You can save on storage space and won’t have to clean and put away your griddle separately while you are cleaning up the kitchen.
This model by Bertazzoni comes with six gas burners and an electric griddle. You will never have to lose burners in order to use the griddle ever again. This is ideal for cooking large meals or complex dishes with multiple moving parts. You can cook naan on the griddle while assembling various sauces and vegetables for an Indian-style dinner. The knobs are located in the front of the stovetop to easily adjust your burners without reaching over hot pots and pans.
This is a popular option for home cooks who love preparing holiday means for families.
KitchenAid® 48" Stainless Steel Commercial Style Freestanding Dual Fuel Range
On the high-end of the market, there are multi-use appliances for homeowners who have the desire for multiple cooking options in one space. This model from KitchenAid is a perfect example. Not only do customers get the benefit of six gas burners and an electric griddle, but they can also use the double ovens to bake, cook, and broil their meals.
This stovetop, griddle, and oven combo can be yours for $11,500. This appliance comes in a variety of colors to match your home design. You can enjoy the classic stainless steel or opt for a bright red. Choose a cool avocado green or find a stovetop that brings a pop of yellow to your space. Customers rave about the griddle and the different color options available.
How to Clean a Griddle
One of the main reasons why home cooks invest in griddles is because they are easy to maintain. There is a limited amount of mess involved when using these appliances and they can easily be stored in a cabinet or on a kitchen shelf. There are a few steps to clean up a greasy griddle:
- Clean your griddle when it is still hot. This way food and grease won’t have time to cling to the surface and you won’t waste energy scraping it off.
- Use a flat-edged metal spatula to scrape off any debris and food left on the griddle. Make sure the spatula isn’t scratching the surface while you clean.
- Pour water onto the hot surface. You can also add a drop of dish soap into the water for a deeper clean. The boiling water will loosen any remaining grease and pull it from the griddle.
- Fold a paper towel and place it on the griddle, use the metal spatula to scrub the surface and remove the grease. You may need to repeat these two steps.
Additionally, you may need to remove the catch-tray in your griddle if you have one. You can wash this in the sink and replace it in the griddle once it is clean. The end result is a clean griddle that is ready for your next use. If you have a cast iron griddle, you should clean it just like any other cast iron cookware.
FAQ
What is a griddle?
A griddle is a large, flat cooking surface that enables you to cook large meals or meals with multiple sides all in one space. Griddles can be powered individually (plugged into the wall) or they can be placed on hot surfaces, like a stove or grill, to heat up. You can choose a stainless steel or cast iron griddle for your home.
What is a griddle used for?
The flat surface is one of the top benefits of cooking with a griddle. Instead of fighting against the edges of a pan, home cooks can easily control their food from any side they need. As a result, griddles are often used to cook items that need to be flipped, like burgers, pancakes, and eggs. You can find multiple griddle recipes online to use with this appliance.
Why Trust Plaza Appliance Mart?
Plaza Appliance Mart is a local, family-owned, appliance store in North Carolina where you can get personalized, expert service that you won’t find at the big box stores. Plaza Appliance Mart is YOUR source for competitive prices with knowledgeable in-store professionals here to help you every step of the way, whether you need to replace an old appliance, or if you're remodeling and need an entire kitchen full of new brand-name products. And, our delivery and installation specialists will assure that your new appliances arrive safely and are installed properly.
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Shop Griddles at Plaza Appliance Mart
Stop by Plaza’s Charlotte, Huntersville, Matthews, or Pineville locations to see what a difference buying local with an experienced staff can make. Or shop griddles online! Our friendly experts are always happy to help you find your next stand-alone griddle or built-in griddle surface — whether you call us at 704-568-7600, use our online chat feature, or visit us in person.
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