Everyday BBQ & Cooking - There was a place up here in Wisconsin and I believe they had some in IL. as well that was called Geri's Hamburgers. They actually used Dill Pickle Juice to clean there flat top grill every night before they closed. I had a friend that worked there and we watched them clean it one night. Give it a try.
I just bought one today, seasoned it, made some burgers and realized I wasn’t sure when to clean it (right after or when dinner was done). This was great, thanks bro
I find water to be the best cleaner on my polished cast iron lodge pan (not a griddle, but same concept obviously). Just a bit of water and a nylon scraper and everything just comes off. Super easy. I know some have said if stuff is real stuck to warm up the pan and use water, much like you did here. I’ve never found the need. I have a good amount of seasoning passes on my polished pan so it’s a cinch to clean.
Rags work so much better that paper towels, but then they are hard to clean. Paper towels always leave lint on the surface for me. Edit: wipeall shop rags work well. They leave a little lint but you can then do the final wipe with a kitchen rag after it's already mostly clean. Then you don't ruin your kitchen rags. 👍🏻
Personally I do the same thing but I use a high heat grill glove, this way you can really push down on the paper towels without worry of burning your fingers.
Thanks for this. I was worried water would ruin it as I see many people and places say not to use water. Also curious your thoughts about using the bottle of real lemon juice and water to get initial stuck stuff off the first pass of cleaning?
So we just used ours for the first time. If we clean ours as you did yours, do i have to re-season it again before i cook on it next time or is the spray on canola oil sufficient?
I had not thought of using a can of spray oil, but I think that's what I'll switch to doing. But man, you don't wipe the oil after spraying? I want a *very* even and *thin* coat of oil; I can't imagine just letting it sit there.
All I can say is I’ve been doing it for 5 years and never had an issue. If you’re like me, live in a cold climate, and sometimes let your griddle sit for months, you’ll be glad you did it this way.
@@EverydayBBQ I thought it was great! After I season mine I turn it back on just long enough to start sizzling so I know there's no water left. Also, use tongs to hold the paper towels for the first and second pass to help spare your fingers, 😉.
Great video! I recently rediscovered your channel and wanted to check this video out specifically and ask; how has using cooking spray worked out for you over the years? I hear/see a lot of people talk about buildup from sprays and how they're awful for these surfaces. I typically use regular canola oil or Crisco for my Blackstone but if you've had good results with spray oil I may move to that.
@@SOU3120 I have been using it for 6 to 7 years with no issues. You don’t want to use too thick of a coat just a little spray to make sure you cover the whole surface and of course the key is cleaning it properly before you spray that I think most people don’t take the time to properly clean before they coat it with spray and then they blame it on the spray instead of their laziness.
@@EverydayBBQ awesome! Thanks for your input!! I loved using the sprays when doing delicate things like eggs too, so this helps. Looking forward to more content!
“That was stupid, why did I say that” hahaha! Good video Mike! I would recommend not using canola oil anymore as there have been discoveries that it cause all sorts of health issues. Stick with olive oil, animal fats, or butter!!
I use oil. Just keep wiping it until the paper towel isn't as dirty after I get the chunks off using the scraper. Never thought of using water. I always thought water would unseason it. Hardest part was getting the new off it when I first bout it. Only owned it for 3 days and I love it.
@@EverydayBBQ Lol...do it your way man. If using a scraper is "complicated" then I'm at a loss for words. I've done both and both are fine. Good video.
This is my least favorite part of using a griddle but you made it look easy. Great video, Mike.
Thank you very much, brother! It’s not hard if you do it enough lol.
just bought a 36inch blackstone from costco and never owned one before and had NO clue how to clean one thanks for saving my bacon.
Thank you for a straightforward video. Very helpful
Thanks for showing us your cleaning process, Mike.
My pleasure, Richard!
I remember that giant breakfast! Very helpful maintenance video right here. Well done, Mike! 👍
Thank you very much!
Thanks!!! I’ve watched several cleaning videos. This was the best one!
Thank you!
Great info about using the scraper! I also wear one of those big oven mitts to keep from getting burned by the steam.
Great idea 💡!
Everyday BBQ & Cooking - There was a place up here in Wisconsin and I believe they had some in IL. as well that was called Geri's Hamburgers. They actually used Dill Pickle Juice to clean there flat top grill every night before they closed. I had a friend that worked there and we watched them clean it one night. Give it a try.
I just bought one today, seasoned it, made some burgers and realized I wasn’t sure when to clean it (right after or when dinner was done). This was great, thanks bro
Thank you very much for watching!
The canola spray at the end is a great idea. Thank you.
Yup I use plain water to clean cast iron pans. Same concept applies to griddles. It is water AND soap to avoid cleaning with.
I find water to be the best cleaner on my polished cast iron lodge pan (not a griddle, but same concept obviously). Just a bit of water and a nylon scraper and everything just comes off. Super easy. I know some have said if stuff is real stuck to warm up the pan and use water, much like you did here. I’ve never found the need. I have a good amount of seasoning passes on my polished pan so it’s a cinch to clean.
Just brought one home this past Sunday new old stock stainless steel black stone thanks for the education sir
Thank you very much for the support, Sleeper!
Rags work so much better that paper towels, but then they are hard to clean. Paper towels always leave lint on the surface for me.
Edit: wipeall shop rags work well. They leave a little lint but you can then do the final wipe with a kitchen rag after it's already mostly clean. Then you don't ruin your kitchen rags. 👍🏻
Awesome vid... very helpful tips... I agree it's best to do right away while it's still heated up. Best tip by far.
Very good , thanks for the tips
Easy to use, easy to clean, durable
Lime juice can get all that stuff over there and a regular wet hand towel works good for wiping it down
This will help me. I wasn't using enough water. Thanx again Mike 😎👍
You’re welcome, Steve!!
Thanks man! Just got my grill and seasoned it up real good! I was a little unsure about cleaning without doing any damage.
Thank you very much for watching, Jim. Glad you got something out of the video.
Personally I do the same thing but I use a high heat grill glove, this way you can really push down on the paper towels without worry of burning your fingers.
Lol hasn’t happened yet but you may have just disturbed the force lol.
Thanks Mike very helpful and my issues been the scraper now I know.
Very important step!
I keep my heat on high the whole time it’s key to season it again at the end of every cook.
I turn it off and then clean it right away, but to each is own. Whatever works for you, keep doing that. Cheers 🍻
You made it look easy thanks
Great help! Thanks boss!
You should use tongs it works a lot better and it's easier
Thanks
Thanks for this. I was worried water would ruin it as I see many people and places say not to use water. Also curious your thoughts about using the bottle of real lemon juice and water to get initial stuck stuff off the first pass of cleaning?
Eh I’d say just put a little vinegar into your water if you do a real greasy cook.
Water won’t hurt it. Just don’t squirt cold water onto a hot griddle and you’ll be fine.
Hello, how is the cleanup for the air frier? Im considering getting the air frier combo. Thanks
Very easy cleanup
So we just used ours for the first time. If we clean ours as you did yours, do i have to re-season it again before i cook on it next time or is the spray on canola oil sufficient?
No you won’t have to reseason. Just heat it up and cook.
I had not thought of using a can of spray oil, but I think that's what I'll switch to doing. But man, you don't wipe the oil after spraying? I want a *very* even and *thin* coat of oil; I can't imagine just letting it sit there.
All I can say is I’ve been doing it for 5 years and never had an issue. If you’re like me, live in a cold climate, and sometimes let your griddle sit for months, you’ll be glad you did it this way.
@@EverydayBBQ Fair enough! Again I thank you for the spray can tip. I'll be picking up one on my next trip to WalMart.
I see the amount of oil you put on. Do you find it gets rancid in a few weeks if not used?
No. It’s always perfect and keeps it well maintained/rust free.
The key is to put it on while it’s hot.
Thank you very much!!
@@Mike-hs8fq no problem!
Lol just like kindergarten! Good job.
Lol that was so dumb of me lol
@@EverydayBBQ I thought it was great!
After I season mine I turn it back on just long enough to start sizzling so I know there's no water left. Also, use tongs to hold the paper towels for the first and second pass to help spare your fingers, 😉.
That spray has butane in it, wouldn’t suggest that
always worked fine for me and still does
It's clean cause u turned the heat off and tl the surface didn't burn the towel lol
Ok
This makes me not want a black stone haha
Why 🤷♂️
Yep same here 5min but I use grape seed oil to cook with and to reseal,that oil is awsome
Grape seed oil for me too
I just bought my first blackstone and this was really helpful! Thanks man
Just used my new Blackstone for breakfast- Fathers Day Gift! Thanks for the info!👍🏻
This helped a ton. Straight to the point!
Sandblasted after a few months?? WatH yall doing in these things. Ive uad mine for 5 years and its in great condition.
THANK YOU
Great video! I recently rediscovered your channel and wanted to check this video out specifically and ask; how has using cooking spray worked out for you over the years? I hear/see a lot of people talk about buildup from sprays and how they're awful for these surfaces.
I typically use regular canola oil or Crisco for my Blackstone but if you've had good results with spray oil I may move to that.
@@SOU3120
I have been using it for 6 to 7 years with no issues. You don’t want to use too thick of a coat just a little spray to make sure you cover the whole surface and of course the key is cleaning it properly before you spray that I think most people don’t take the time to properly clean before they coat it with spray and then they blame it on the spray instead of their laziness.
@@EverydayBBQ awesome! Thanks for your input!! I loved using the sprays when doing delicate things like eggs too, so this helps. Looking forward to more content!
“That was stupid, why did I say that” hahaha!
Good video Mike! I would recommend not using canola oil anymore as there have been discoveries that it cause all sorts of health issues. Stick with olive oil, animal fats, or butter!!
I use oil. Just keep wiping it until the paper towel isn't as dirty after I get the chunks off using the scraper. Never thought of using water. I always thought water would unseason it. Hardest part was getting the new off it when I first bout it. Only owned it for 3 days and I love it.
Great video but when cleaning you may want to try Grape seed oil as it has a higher smoke point than canola.. either way thx. 👍
This was a great help, thank you.
My pleasure, Lori. Thank you for your support!
Is that straight canola or does that spray have the other ingredients that makes stuff sticky?
Excellent demo!
Thanks for the video, You made it look so easy!
I won’t use the scraper, the scrub pad ( with handle) with paper towel under it would work too, better
always worked fine for me and still does
Thanks used last night first time fourth july dogs and burgers thanks for the clean up video
Hey thanks for watching and supporting the channel, Michael 🙏🇺🇸.
Do you put the water on after it cools a little bit or right after cooking while it still super hot
While it’s hot
The next time you cook, do you wipe off the oil you used to seal or just heat it until it smokes off?
Just heat it up and cook
Very helpful. What type of Blackstone model you have? Keep up the great videos.
Air fryer model. Really love it.
That was awesome! Now I need a griddle.
Lol I encourage you to indulge, Sherriff.
Would you apply the same cleaning method with a Camp Chef griddle?
Yes, identical!
Thanks for this! I'm a few weeks into owning my Blackstone. This is invaluable information
Thank you very much for watching!
Just used mine twice. This will be very helpful. Thank you
Thank you for watching 🙏
Mike, that was a nice steam cleaning process you had there.
Works like a charm every time…
I’m at the decision point and I’m stuck between this and the Yoder YS-640
You may have been trying to comment on my Lone Star Video I’m guessing lol.
@@EverydayBBQ Yes, I was - damn phone.
You are complicating a simple task.....use tongs to hold the paper towel instead of a scraper.
That’s doesn’t clean as good. I’ll do it my way.
@@EverydayBBQ Lol...do it your way man. If using a scraper is "complicated" then I'm at a loss for words. I've done both and both are fine. Good video.
Good information thanks I learned a lot great vdeo
Thank you very much!
Spray oil is shity to use lol
Been using it for four years and it’s done a great job
Very straightforward process👍
Thank you 🙏. I appreciate your support, Bobbi.