If you do decide to use oil for cooking, keep in mind that less is often more. There’s no real need to drown your rib-eye steak in oil. Just a light coating should suffice. The steak will release some of its own natural fat as it cooks anyway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Some food doesn’t need even the smallest amount of oil. For example, bacon<\/a><\/strong> will release plenty of fat as it cooks and will not stick to the griddle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In general, leaner cuts of meat will require more oil than fat ones. This is because the leaner cuts don’t have as much fat, to begin with, and will thus dry out and stick to the griddle more easily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Do you want to learn more? Then let’s dive in and explore the world of cooking with oil on a Blackstone Griddle.<\/p>\n\n\n Oil can be an awesome helper when you’re cooking and it doesn’t matter whether you’re cooking something on a pan, on a grill, or on a griddle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Here are some of the top benefits of using oil for cooking on a griddle:<\/p>\n\n\n This is probably one of the most significant advantages of using oil for cooking. No one likes it when their food sticks to the cooking surface like glue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When you use oil, the food won’t stick, or at least not as easily. You may argue that you have seasoned your griddle<\/a><\/strong> to prevent sticking. And while seasoning certainly helps, it is not a magic bullet. Some food will still stick<\/a><\/strong>, no matter how well-seasoned your griddle is.<\/p>\n\n\n The flavor of the food is retained more intensely when you cook with oil. That is because the chemicals that are responsible for the flavor are not lost in the process. Instead, they are dissolved or “stored” in the cooking oil that you’re using.<\/p>\n\n\n Another great advantage of using oil is that it helps to cook food evenly. Oil transfers heat very well and in an even fashion. The food is cooked quicker and has the signature browning that we all love so much.<\/p>\n\n\n Some oils are healthy, specifically those that contain monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats. Those are the “good” fats that you want in your diet. They help to lower cholesterol and improve heart health. Examples of such oils are olive oil and avocado oil. They are packed with nutrients that are beneficial for your health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Of course, this doesn’t mean that you should start dousing all of your meals in oil. Everything should be consumed in moderation. But it’s good to know that some oils can be good for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Cooking with oil on a griddle has its downsides as well.<\/p>\n\n\n Due to the nature of the griddle, the food cooked on it may become too greasy. That is because unlike on a classic grill, the griddle doesn’t allow the oil to drip off. The grease just stays there, making the food greasier than it would otherwise be.<\/p>\n\n\n\n And as you surely know, oil is packed with calories, so if you’re trying to lose weight, you may want to limit your intake of calories.<\/p>\n\n\n Cooking with oil can be a messy affair. You need to be careful when you’re handling the food so that you don’t splash the oil everywhere. Oil pops and splatters are not uncommon when you’re cooking on a griddle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n So if you’re not a fan of messes, then you may want to consider cooking without oil.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Of course, some food will still cause grease pops on its own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The messiness is also carried forward to the cleanup. You will need to clean the griddle more thoroughly when you’ve used oil for cooking and you will have to discard the used oil properly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Fortunately, Blackstone griddles are equipped with a grease management system that makes the process much easier.<\/p>\n\n\n There are quite a few oil alternatives that you can use for cooking on a Blackstone Griddle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Here are some of the most popular ones:<\/p>\n\n\n Yes, butter can be used on a Blackstone griddle<\/strong><\/a>. Yes, butter is fatty. But if for some reason you don’t want to use oil, then butter is a good alternative. For high-heat cooking, use clarified butter instead of regular one.<\/p>\n\n\n Lard and tallow are two other popular alternatives to oil. They are both relatively solid at room temperature but they melt quickly when heated<\/a><\/strong>. Lard is made from pig fat and tallow is made from beef or mutton fat. Are they healthy? No, not really. But if you’re looking for an alternative to oil, then they are certainly options.<\/p>\n\n\n If you love the taste of bacon, then you can use the bacon grease<\/a><\/strong> for cooking. It will add a delicious smoky flavor<\/a><\/strong> to your food. Just be aware that it is high in saturated fat, so use it sparingly.<\/p>\n\n\nTable of Contents<\/h2>\n
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Advantages of Using Oil for Cooking on a Blackstone Griddle<\/h2>\n\n\n
Oil prevents sticking<\/h3>\n\n\n
Oil carries flavor<\/h3>\n\n\n
Oil helps to cook food evenly<\/h3>\n\n\n
Oil can be healthy<\/h3>\n\n\n
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Disadvantages of Using Oil for Cooking on a Blackstone Griddle<\/h2>\n\n\n
Griddled food may become overly greasy<\/h3>\n\n\n
Oil can be a messy business<\/h3>\n\n\n
Oil Alternatives To Use For Cooking On a Blackstone Griddle<\/h2>\n\n\n
Butter<\/h3>\n\n\n
Lard or tallow<\/h3>\n\n\n
Bacon greas<\/h3>\n\n\n
Water<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n