{"id":1515,"date":"2023-07-18T10:31:49","date_gmt":"2023-07-18T14:31:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/freshairchef.com\/?p=1515"},"modified":"2023-07-18T10:31:53","modified_gmt":"2023-07-18T14:31:53","slug":"how-to-season-blackstone-griddle","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/freshairchef.com\/how-to-season-blackstone-griddle\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Season a Blackstone Griddle &#8211; A Beginner&#8217;s Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p id=\"4883b723-032c-429b-bc67-819c289af9f6\">If you\u2019ve just&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/freshairchef.com\/who-sells-blackstone-griddles\/\">bought a Blackstone griddle<\/a><\/strong>, or have had one for a while and haven\u2019t yet seasoned it, now is the time! Unlike some competing alternatives that come preseasoned, your new Blackstone griddle&nbsp;must be properly seasoned before its first use. This in-depth guide will teach you how to do that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"4883b723-032c-429b-bc67-819c289af9f6\"><strong>Seasoning is an important part of cooking on a steel or cast iron griddle<\/strong>&nbsp;and I am not talking about the salt, pepper, and other spices you add to your food. It is the process of coating the griddle with oil and then heating it up causing the oil to polymerize and bind to the metal flat top.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"4883b723-032c-429b-bc67-819c289af9f6\">This creates a barrier between the bare metal and the food you are cooking. Acting primarily as a non-stick coating, this barrier also acts as a protective layer that&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/freshairchef.com\/how-to-clean-rust-off-blackstone-griddle\/\">helps prevent rusting<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;and gives the griddle a nice black patina.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"4883b723-032c-429b-bc67-819c289af9f6\">Let\u2019s not waste any more time and get started!<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"simpletoc-title\">Table of Contents<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"simpletoc-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#h-griddle-seasoning-tools\">What Will You Need?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#how-to-season-a-blackstone-griddle-for-the-first-time\">How To Season a Blackstone Griddle for the First Time<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#remember-to-clean-the-griddle-before-seasoning\">Remember to Clean the Griddle Before Seasoning<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#do-you-have-to-season-your-blackstone-griddle\">Do You Need To Season Your Griddle?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#how-often-should-you-season-your-blackstone-griddle\">How Often Should You Season Your Blackstone Griddle?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#when-should-you-completely-reseason-your-griddle\">When Should You Completely Reseason Your Griddle?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#how-to-take-care-of-the-seasoning-layer\">Does the Seasoning Layer Require Maintenance?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#how-to-use-blackstone-griddle-seasoning-and-cast-ironnbspconditioner\">How To Use Blackstone Griddle Seasoning and Cast Iron&nbsp;Conditioner<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#faq\">FAQ<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#printable-guide\">Printable Guide<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-griddle-seasoning-tools\">What Will You Need?<\/h2>\n\n\n<p>Seasoning requires certain griddle seasoning tools and ingredients. Let&#8217;s look at them.<\/p>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"equipment\">Equipment<\/h4>\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s the equipment needed for seasoning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B009971BM6\/?tag=freshairchef-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">Blackstone griddle<\/a><\/strong> (yep)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B09R534VKC\/?tag=freshairchef-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">Metal spatula<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07DBPL435\/?tag=freshairchef-20\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07DBPL435\/?tag=freshairchef-20\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">metal grill tongs<\/a> <\/strong>\u2013 used for holding the paper towels so that you don\u2019t get burned<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"materials\">Materials<\/h4>\n\n\n<p>All you are going to need is some kind of oil or shortening. A lot has been said about what type of oil to use for seasoning a griddle. A high smoke point oil is usually recommended but people love to use all kinds of things. Here&#8217;s what you can use:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Vegetable-based oils<\/strong> such as <strong>canola oil, sunflower oil,&nbsp;grapeseed oil, or avocado oil<\/strong> are all <a href=\"https:\/\/freshairchef.com\/oil-for-seasoning-blackstone-griddle\/\"><strong>great oils for Blackstone seasoning<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07MHJFRBJ\/?tag=freshairchef-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">Paper towels<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 used for spreading the oil<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B09YY72LSV\/?tag=freshairchef-20\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B09YY72LSV\/?tag=freshairchef-20\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">Blackstone Griddle Seasoning and Cast Iron Conditioner<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; a special seasoning blend\u00a0 of various oils, shortening, and beeswax made by Blackstone &#8211; alternative to oil, don&#8217;t use both at once<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-season-a-blackstone-griddle-for-the-first-time\">How To Season a Blackstone Griddle for the First Time<\/h2>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/freshairchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Olive-oil-bottle.jpg\" alt=\"A bottle of olive oil, tomatoes and basil leaves\" class=\"wp-image-2090\" srcset=\"https:\/\/freshairchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Olive-oil-bottle.jpg 800w, https:\/\/freshairchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Olive-oil-bottle-400x250.jpg 400w, https:\/\/freshairchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Olive-oil-bottle-768x480.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you\u2019ve gathered all the supplies, it\u2019s time to start seasoning the griddle. Here are the step-by-step instructions for Blackstone griddle seasoning.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"optional-step-sand-the-griddle\">Optional step &#8211; Sand the griddle<\/h3>\n\n\n<p>Some people like to <a href=\"https:\/\/freshairchef.com\/can-i-sand-my-blackstone-griddle\/\"><strong>sand the griddle<\/strong><\/a> before they start the seasoning process. This is done to smoothen out the surface as it is usually not completely smooth even brand new. I believe it is not really necessary to do it unless your griddle is badly rusted. If you want to go through with this, then you can use a grill brick or sandpaper.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"step-1-clean-the-griddle\">Step 1: Clean the griddle<\/h3>\n\n\n<p>The griddle surface must be clean before you start the seasoning process. It&#8217;s a valid first step even for a new griddle. After the cleaning is done, wipe the griddle surface with paper towels to dry it.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"step-1-heat-up-the-griddle\">Step 2: Heat up the griddle<\/h3>\n\n\n<p id=\"4883b723-032c-429b-bc67-819c289af9f6\"><a href=\"https:\/\/freshairchef.com\/how-to-ignite-blackstone-griddle\/\"><strong>Ignite the griddle<\/strong><\/a> and set all the burners on high and let the griddle preheat for 10 to 15 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"4883b723-032c-429b-bc67-819c289af9f6\">The griddle plate will start to show some discoloration caused by the heat and that\u2019s perfectly fine.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"step-2-spread-the-oil\">Step 3: Oil the griddle<\/h3>\n\n\n<p id=\"4883b723-032c-429b-bc67-819c289af9f6\">Splash the vegetable oil of your choice on the hot griddle top and spread it around with paper towels. I like to use tongs to hold the paper towels so that I don\u2019t burn myself. You can also fold the paper towel and move it around the griddle with a metal spatula.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"4883b723-032c-429b-bc67-819c289af9f6\">Make sure you cover the entire surface of the griddle with a <strong>THIN layer of oil<\/strong>. A thin and even coat is the goal here. Don\u2019t use too much cooking oil at once as that may <a href=\"https:\/\/freshairchef.com\/why-is-my-blackstone-griddle-sticky-after-seasoning\/\"><strong>create sticky spots<\/strong><\/a> later on. I can\u2019t give you the exact amount of oil to use because it will depend on the size of your griddle. Two or three tablespoons are usually enough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"4883b723-032c-429b-bc67-819c289af9f6\">It\u2019s a good idea to apply the oil not only on the cooking surface but also on the sides. This will help protect the flat top grill from the elements.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/freshairchef.com\/season-bottom-of-blackstone-griddle\/\"><strong>Seasoning the bottom of the Blackstone<\/strong><\/a> is not necessary.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"step-3-let-it-smoke\">Step 4: Let it smoke<\/h3>\n\n\n<p id=\"4883b723-032c-429b-bc67-819c289af9f6\">Now, let the griddle do its thing. The oil will start to smoke and that\u2019s normal. Don\u2019t freak out, it\u2019s supposed to happen. The surface of your griddle will start turning black or very dark brown and that\u2019s what we\u2019re looking for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"4883b723-032c-429b-bc67-819c289af9f6\">It will take about 5 minutes for the oil to polymerize. Once it stops smoking turn off the burners and let the griddle cool slightly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"4883b723-032c-429b-bc67-819c289af9f6\">Keep in mind the first layer will never be 100% black. There will be some lighter areas, most often around the edges where the heat is not as intense.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"step-4-apply-more-layers\">Step 5: Apply more layers<\/h3>\n\n\n<p id=\"4883b723-032c-429b-bc67-819c289af9f6\">When you are seasoning the griddle for the first time, it\u2019s never enough to do just one layer. So, turn the heat back on high and do another round of seasoning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"4883b723-032c-429b-bc67-819c289af9f6\">I like to do 4 or 5 layers, but it\u2019s really up to you. You can do more but it\u2019s usually not necessary because the seasoning layer will keep building up every time you are cooking on your griddle.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"step-5-your-griddle-is-ready\">Step 6: Your griddle is ready<\/h3>\n\n\n<p id=\"4883b723-032c-429b-bc67-819c289af9f6\">Now that you\u2019ve applied enough layers, it\u2019s time to call it a day. Turn off the burners and let the griddle cool down a bit. Apply a thin coat of oil again. This will further protect your griddle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"4883b723-032c-429b-bc67-819c289af9f6\">Now you can&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/freshairchef.com\/how-to-store-blackstone-griddle-for-winter\/\">store the griddle away<\/a><\/strong>. Preferably somewhere dry and cool.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"4883b723-032c-429b-bc67-819c289af9f6\">Alternatively, you can skip the last layer of oil and put on some&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/freshairchef.com\/are-steaks-better-on-grill-or-griddle\/\">steaks to sizzle<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;because your griddle is now seasoned and ready to be used!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/freshairchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Rapeseed.jpg\" alt=\"Rapeseed field\" class=\"wp-image-1546\" srcset=\"https:\/\/freshairchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Rapeseed.jpg 800w, https:\/\/freshairchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Rapeseed-400x250.jpg 400w, https:\/\/freshairchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Rapeseed-768x480.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Rapeseed or Canola oil is one of the best oils to use for seasoning<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"remember-to-clean-the-griddle-before-seasoning\">Remember to Clean the Griddle Before Seasoning<\/h2>\n\n\n<p>Before you start seasoning the griddle, it <strong>needs to be thoroughly cleaned<\/strong>. You may be wondering why you need to do this when the griddle is brand new.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Well, it\u2019s because the griddle has traveled a long way before it reached your home. It has been sitting in the factory and warehouse for a while as well. All in all, you want to remove the dust, grime, and grease that has accumulated on it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For the first cleaning, I would recommend using <strong>lukewarm water with a bit of mild dish soap<\/strong>. Some people dislike using soap when cleaning their griddles, but I prefer to clean the griddle as thoroughly as possible before I start seasoning it. If you don\u2019t want to use soap, that\u2019s fine, but make sure you clean the griddle really well before moving on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Blackstone guide recommends just pouring the soapy water on the griddle and then rinsing it off. I honestly think that\u2019s not enough. I find that using a sponge or clean cloth is more effective in getting rid of all the dirt and grime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you\u2019re done with the soapy water, <strong>rinse the griddle with clean water<\/strong>. You can remove the griddle top from the base at this point to make it easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you\u2019ve rinsed off all the soapy water, make sure you dry the griddle completely. If it\u2019s hot outside, the griddle top will dry quickly on its own. If you want to speed it up, you can use a clean rag or paper towels to dry it off.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"do-you-have-to-season-your-blackstone-griddle\">Do You Need To Season Your Griddle?<\/h2>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/freshairchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Burger-on-seasoned-Blackstone-griddle.jpg\" alt=\"Burger on seasoned Blackstone griddle\" class=\"wp-image-2563\" srcset=\"https:\/\/freshairchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Burger-on-seasoned-Blackstone-griddle.jpg 800w, https:\/\/freshairchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Burger-on-seasoned-Blackstone-griddle-400x250.jpg 400w, https:\/\/freshairchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Burger-on-seasoned-Blackstone-griddle-768x480.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Without seasoning, you would need a lot of oil to prevent this burger from sticking<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"4883b723-032c-429b-bc67-819c289af9f6\">Seasoning has two main purposes: to create a non-stick surface and to protect the griddle from elements. All the Blackstones have cold-rolled steel tops and when they meet moisture in any form, they will happily rust if you don\u2019t season them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"4883b723-032c-429b-bc67-819c289af9f6\">So, the answer is yes, you do have to season your griddle if you want it to last without having to <a href=\"https:\/\/freshairchef.com\/how-to-clean-rust-off-blackstone-griddle\/\"><strong>clean rust off<\/strong><\/a> every couple of weeks. The seasoning is also indispensable because of its non-stick properties.<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/freshairchef.com\/why-is-food-sticking-to-my-blackstone-griddle\/\"> Food sticking to the surface of the griddle<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;is not fun and I am sure no one likes their smash&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/freshairchef.com\/how-to-cook-frozen-burgers-on-blackstone-griddle\/\">burgers&nbsp;<\/a><\/strong>or <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/freshairchef.com\/blackstone-buttermilk-pancakes-recipe\/\">pancakes<\/a><\/strong> all torn up into pieces.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-often-should-you-season-your-blackstone-griddle\">How Often Should You Season Your Blackstone Griddle?<\/h2>\n\n\n<p id=\"4883b723-032c-429b-bc67-819c289af9f6\">Now that the seasoning&nbsp;is clear, you might be wondering how often should you do it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"4883b723-032c-429b-bc67-819c289af9f6\">As I\u2019ve mentioned,&nbsp;<strong>seasoning is an important part of taking care of your griddle<\/strong>. As such, you should ideally be seasoning your griddle<strong>&nbsp;every time you use it<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"4883b723-032c-429b-bc67-819c289af9f6\">Now don\u2019t freak out, I am not saying that you need to do the 4 or 5-layer process each time. You are essentially building up the seasoning each time you cook on the griddle and that alone should be enough. Regular cooking will help maintain the seasoning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"4883b723-032c-429b-bc67-819c289af9f6\">What you also should do after each session is to coat the griddle with a small amount of oil as if you were going to season the surface. It\u2019s quick and easy and done in a minute or so. Simply clean the griddle as you normally do. It\u2019s good to do it when the griddle is still slightly hot. Then splash a bit of oil on the cleaned surface, and spread it all over the griddle top.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And that\u2019s it! Your&nbsp;griddle is now ready to be stored away.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"when-should-you-completely-reseason-your-griddle\">When Should You Completely Reseason Your Griddle?<\/h2>\n\n\n<p id=\"4883b723-032c-429b-bc67-819c289af9f6\">Your griddle is all set after the initial seasoning&nbsp;but that doesn\u2019t mean you\u2019re done with it forever. There may come a time when you will need to reseason your griddle completely. If the seasoning is intact, you don\u2019t have to reseason it but if it\u2019s heavily damaged, you may sometimes need to start from scratch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"4883b723-032c-429b-bc67-819c289af9f6\">Here are some of the common reasons why you may have to reseason your griddle:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Flaking or peeling<\/strong>: If you see the seasoning flaking or peeling off heavily, usually the only reliable fix is to remove it and start from scratch<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Deep scratches:<\/strong>&nbsp;If the&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/freshairchef.com\/can-you-scratch-your-blackstone-griddle\/\">surface is scratched&nbsp;<\/a><\/strong>deeply, it may be time to reseason. Shallow scratches are usually easily repaired by applying another layer of seasoning oil. Deeper scratches however may require complete reseasoning to prevent food from sticking to the scratched areas.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Rusting<\/strong>: If your griddle is starting to rust excessively, you will have to remove both the seasoning and the oxidized layer and start anew.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"4883b723-032c-429b-bc67-819c289af9f6\">Some people also like to start the barbecue season by giving their griddle a fresh start. If you feel like your griddle could use a touch-up, reseasoning is always an option.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-take-care-of-the-seasoning-layer\">Does the Seasoning Layer Require Maintenance?<\/h2>\n\n\n<p id=\"4883b723-032c-429b-bc67-819c289af9f6\">Although the seasoning is fairly easy to maintain, there are still a few things you should keep in mind to make it last longer:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Don\u2019t use soap to clean a seasoned griddle<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 Soap can damage or even remove the seasoning so it\u2019s best to just stick to using oil, water, and a metal spatula when cleaning the griddle.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Don\u2019t use degreasers for cleaning&nbsp;<\/strong>\u2013 Degreasers, as the name itself suggests, will obliterate the seasoning. Degreasers are a great choice when you actually need to remove the seasoning.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Don\u2019t dig into the seasoning with your spatula&nbsp;<\/strong>\u2013 Don\u2019t use the spatula as if you were trying to dig up a hidden pirate\u2019s treasure. Scraping motion is all you need to remove even the most stubborn food residues.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Use your griddle regularly<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 Using your griddle regularly is one of the best ways to keep the seasoning in good shape. The more you use it, the better it will be seasoned. You know, griddling is fun and addictive. You can even&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/freshairchef.com\/can-you-use-griddle-in-winter\/\"><strong>use your Blackstone in the winter<\/strong><\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-use-blackstone-griddle-seasoning-and-cast-ironnbspconditioner\">How To Use Blackstone Griddle Seasoning and Cast Iron Conditioner<\/h2>\n\n\n<p>Although I believe it is not necessary to buy special products for seasoning, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B09YY72LSV\/?tag=freshairchef-20\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B09YY72LSV\/?tag=freshairchef-20\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">Blackstone has one in their range<\/a><\/strong> and many people are buying it. The main difference between this and cooking oil is that it is not in a liquid form. It&#8217;s fairly thick and acts more like a shortening. In fact, it resembles <a href=\"https:\/\/freshairchef.com\/season-blackstone-griddle-with-crisco\/\"><strong>Crisco which can be used for seasoning<\/strong><\/a> as well. Of course, when heated it will melt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s how to use the<a href=\"https:\/\/blackstoneproducts.com\/products\/griddle-seasoning-cast-iron-conditioner-15-3-ounces\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/blackstoneproducts.com\/products\/griddle-seasoning-cast-iron-conditioner-15-3-ounces\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> conditioner<\/a> instead of regular cooking oil. I won&#8217;t go into so much detail because the process is fairly similar to the one outlined before.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>Firstly, start by wiping down the cooking surface with damp paper towels to remove any residue or loose debris. This includes food particles, dust, or any other foreign matter that might interfere with the process. Ensure the griddle is cool and not turned on during this stage for safety.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>After ensuring the griddle is clean, the next step is to heat it up. Turn on your burners and let your griddle warm up for about 10-15 minutes.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Now that your griddle is heated, you can begin the seasoning process. Apply a small dollop of the conditioner to the surface. Then, take a pair of tongs and a wad of paper towels to spread it around. Use the paper towel to carefully and evenly spread the seasoning product across the surface, paying attention to the edges and sides of the griddle.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Once the griddle is evenly coated, leave it to heat until it starts smoking. The heat will cause the oil to polymerize, forming a non-stick protective layer on the griddle.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Once the smoking stops, repeat the process of applying the conditioner, spreading it, and letting it smoke off. This should be done at least three times, but you can go up to five times or more to build a good layer of seasoning. The goal is to achieve a smooth, dark, and slightly shiny surface.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"conclusion\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n<p>Seasoning a Blackstone griddle is an easy process that should not be skipped unless you want to turn your new toy into an ugly piece of orange metal. The better job you do the better the cooking experience and the protection from the elements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Almost any vegetable-based oil can be used for the process. No need to buy anything fancy. The key to successful seasoning is to apply as thin a layer of oil as possible. Add too much in one go and you are in for some troubles down the road.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"4883b723-032c-429b-bc67-819c289af9f6\">Happy griddling and seasoning!<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"faq\">FAQ<\/h2>\n\n\t\t<section\t\tclass=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card    \"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<h2>Can I season my Blackstone griddle in the oven?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sc_fs_faq__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p id=\"4883b723-032c-429b-bc67-819c289af9f6\">Yes, technically, you can <a href=\"https:\/\/freshairchef.com\/season-blackstone-griddle-in-oven\/\"><strong>season your Blackstone griddle in an oven<\/strong><\/a>. The problem is, the larger griddle tops will surely not fit inside any home oven. If you are an owner of one of the smaller models, you can season the top in the oven, but I think it\u2019s easier and quicker to do it as described in this guide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"4883b723-032c-429b-bc67-819c289af9f6\">In-oven seasoning is often the preferred way of seasoning cast iron skillets.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section\t\tclass=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card    \"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<h2>Can I season my Blackstone griddle with bacon grease?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sc_fs_faq__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p>Bacon is specifically not recommended to be used for the first seasoning layers because it contains salt which may cause the seasoning to dry out and flake off.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section\t\tclass=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card    \"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<h2>What is the best oil for seasoning?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sc_fs_faq__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p id=\"4883b723-032c-429b-bc67-819c289af9f6\">Canola oil works best for me but any type of oil with a high smoke point will work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"4883b723-032c-429b-bc67-819c289af9f6\">Some people swear by avocado oil or grapeseed oil. I find them too expensive to just burn them off and prefer to use them for cooking.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section\t\tclass=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card    \"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<h2>Do Blackstone Griddles Come Pre-Seasoned?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sc_fs_faq__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p>Blackstone griddles are not shipped pre-seasoned. You will have to apply the seasoning yourself.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section\t\tclass=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card    \"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<h2>Do I have to season an electric Blackstone griddle?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sc_fs_faq__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p>No, electric griddles usually come with a&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/freshairchef.com\/do-blackstone-griddles-have-teflon-coating\/\">non-stick coating<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;that doesn\u2019t require seasoning.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n\t{\n\t\t\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n\t\t\"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n\t\t\"mainEntity\": [\n\t\t\t\t\t{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"Can I season my Blackstone griddle in the oven?\",\n\t\t\t\t\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"<p>Yes, technically, you can <a><strong>season your Blackstone griddle in an oven<\/strong><\/a>. The problem is, the larger griddle tops will surely not fit inside any home oven. If you are an owner of one of the smaller models, you can season the top in the oven, but I think it\u2019s easier and quicker to do it as described in this guide.<\/p><p>In-oven seasoning is often the preferred way of seasoning cast iron skillets.<\/p>\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t,\t\t\t\t{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"Can I season my Blackstone griddle with bacon grease?\",\n\t\t\t\t\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"<p>Bacon is specifically not recommended to be used for the first seasoning layers because it contains salt which may cause the seasoning to dry out and flake off.<\/p>\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t,\t\t\t\t{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"What is the best oil for seasoning?\",\n\t\t\t\t\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"<p>Canola oil works best for me but any type of oil with a high smoke point will work.<\/p><p>Some people swear by avocado oil or grapeseed oil. I find them too expensive to just burn them off and prefer to use them for cooking.<\/p>\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t,\t\t\t\t{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"Do Blackstone Griddles Come Pre-Seasoned?\",\n\t\t\t\t\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"<p>Blackstone griddles are not shipped pre-seasoned. You will have to apply the seasoning yourself.<\/p>\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t,\t\t\t\t{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"Do I have to season an electric Blackstone griddle?\",\n\t\t\t\t\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"<p>No, electric griddles usually come with a&nbsp;<strong><a>non-stick coating<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;that doesn\u2019t require seasoning.<\/p>\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t\t\t\t]\n\t}\n<\/script>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"printable-guide\">Printable Guide<\/h2>\n\n<div id=\"recipe\"><\/div><div id=\"wprm-recipe-container-2564\" class=\"wprm-recipe-container\" data-recipe-id=\"2564\" data-servings=\"0\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-template-compact-howto\"><div class=\"wprm-container-float-right\">\n\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-image wprm-block-image-normal\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-width: 0px;border-style: solid;border-color: 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d=\"M19,5.09V1c0-0.552-0.448-1-1-1H6C5.448,0,5,0.448,5,1v4.09C2.167,5.569,0,8.033,0,11v7c0,0.552,0.448,1,1,1h4v4c0,0.552,0.448,1,1,1h12c0.552,0,1-0.448,1-1v-4h4c0.552,0,1-0.448,1-1v-7C24,8.033,21.833,5.569,19,5.09z M7,2h10v3H7V2z M17,22H7v-9h10V22z M18,10c-0.552,0-1-0.448-1-1c0-0.552,0.448-1,1-1s1,0.448,1,1C19,9.552,18.552,10,18,10z\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span> Print<\/a>\n\t\n\t\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wprm-recipe-name wprm-block-text-bold\">How To Season a Blackstone Griddle<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\" style=\"height: 5px\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-summary wprm-block-text-normal\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Step-by-step guide to griddle seasoning<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-times-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-table wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-table-borders-top-bottom wprm-recipe-table-borders-inside\" style=\"border-width: 1px;border-style: solid;border-color: #777777;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-table wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-cook-time-container\" style=\"border-width: 1px;border-style: solid;border-color: #777777;\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-faded wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-cook-time-label\">Active Time<\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-hours wprm-recipe-cook_time wprm-recipe-cook_time-hours\">1<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> hour<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit-hours wprm-recipe-cook_time-unit wprm-recipe-cook_timeunit-hours\" aria-hidden=\"true\">hr<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\" style=\"height: 5px\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-equipment-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"2564\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-equipment-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Equipment<\/h3><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-equipment wprm-recipe-equipment-list\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-equipment-item\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-equipment-name\">A Blackstone griddle<\/div><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-equipment-item\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-equipment-name\">Metal spatula or tongs&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-equipment-notes wprm-recipe-equipment-notes-normal\">(used for holding the paper towels so that you don\u2019t get burned)<\/span><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients-container wprm-recipe-2564-ingredients-container wprm-block-text-normal wprm-ingredient-style-regular wprm-recipe-images-before\" data-recipe=\"2564\" data-servings=\"0\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-ingredients-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Materials<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"0\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Oil of your choice<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">(I use mostly canola oil)<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"1\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Paper towels<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">(used for spreading the oil)<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"2\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Blackstone Griddle Seasoning and Cast Iron Conditioner<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">(alternative to oil)<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-2564-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"2564\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-instructions-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Instructions<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-2564-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Clean the griddle &#8211; The griddle surface must be clean before you start the seasoning process. It\u2019s a valid first step even for a new griddle. After the cleaning is done, wipe the griddle surface with paper towels to dry it.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-2564-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Ignite the griddle and set all the burners on high and let the griddle preheat for 10 to 15 minutes.The griddle plate will start to show some discoloration caused by the heat and that\u2019s perfectly fine.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-2564-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Splash the vegetable oil of your choice on the hot griddle top and spread it around with paper towels. I like to use tongs to hold the paper towels so that I don\u2019t burn myself. You can also fold the paper towel and move it around the griddle with a metal spatula.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-2564-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Make sure you cover the entire surface of the griddle with a THIN layer of oil. A thin and even coat is the goal here. Don\u2019t use too much cooking oil at once as that may create sticky spots later on. I can\u2019t give you the exact amount of oil to use because it will depend on the size of your griddle. Two or three tablespoons are usually enough. It\u2019s a good idea to apply the oil not only on the cooking surface but also on the sides. This will help protect the flat top grill from the elements. Seasoning the bottom of the Blackstone is not necessary.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-2564-step-0-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Now, let the griddle do its thing. The oil will start to smoke and that\u2019s normal. Don\u2019t freak out, it\u2019s supposed to happen. The surface of your griddle will start turning black or very dark brown and that\u2019s what we\u2019re looking for. It will take about 5 minutes for the oil to polymerize. Once it stops smoking turn off the burners and let the griddle cool slightly. Keep in mind the first layer will never be 100% black. There will be some lighter areas, most often around the edges where the heat is not as intense.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-2564-step-0-5\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">When you are seasoning the griddle for the first time, it\u2019s never enough to do just one layer. So, turn the heat back on high and do another round of seasoning. I like to do 4 or 5 layers, but it\u2019s really up to you. You can do more but it\u2019s usually not necessary because the seasoning layer will keep building up every time you are cooking on your griddle.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-2564-step-0-6\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Now that you\u2019ve applied enough layers, it\u2019s time to call it a day. Turn off the burners and let the griddle cool down a bit. Apply a thin coat of oil again. This will further protect your griddle. Now you can store the griddle away. Preferably somewhere dry and cool. Alternatively, you can skip the last layer of oil and put on some steaks to sizzle because your griddle is now seasoned and ready to be used!<\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019ve just&nbsp;bought a Blackstone griddle, or have had one for a while and haven\u2019t yet seasoned it, now is the time! Unlike some competing alternatives that come preseasoned, your new Blackstone griddle&nbsp;must be properly seasoned before its first use. &#8230; <a title=\"How to Season a Blackstone Griddle &#8211; A Beginner&#8217;s Guide\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/freshairchef.com\/how-to-season-blackstone-griddle\/\" aria-label=\"More on How to Season a Blackstone Griddle &#8211; A Beginner&#8217;s Guide\">Continue reading<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1547,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"wprm-recipe-roundup-name":"","wprm-recipe-roundup-description":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[32],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/freshairchef.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1515"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/freshairchef.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/freshairchef.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/freshairchef.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/freshairchef.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1515"}],"version-history":[{"count":12,"href":"https:\/\/freshairchef.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1515\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2573,"href":"https:\/\/freshairchef.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1515\/revisions\/2573"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/freshairchef.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1547"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/freshairchef.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1515"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/freshairchef.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1515"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/freshairchef.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1515"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}