Why Cooking on a Griddle is Better

April 24, 2025

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Griddles provide a quick and even cooking experience for a wide range of foods, boasting a larger cooking surface compared to grills. Unlike grills, griddles prevent food from falling through cooking grates, and their stable temperature range of 430-530°F guarantees consistent cooking. This creates the Maillard Effect, resulting in juicy, flavorful dishes such as burgers. It's no wonder many fast-food restaurants depend on griddles for their cooking needs.

Different Cooking Surface Types:

Steel/Carbon Steel Plates: Prone to rust and require seasoning.
Cast Iron: Excellent heat accumulator, but rusts without protection.
Stainless Steel 304: Non-rusting but poor heat conductor, often requiring large burners.
Cast Iron Enameled: Cast iron retains heat well, and enamel protects against rust. However, enamel can chip, causing rust, and cast iron is prone to cracking from thermal shock. Popular in Europe, it’s rare in the U.S. due to harsh winters.
Chrome Steel: A chrome coating on steel makes it highly resistant to scratches and rust, but it becomes toxic above 750°F—which can happen if a griddle is left on too long. Luckily, this coating is rarely used on griddles.

Why Le Griddle is the best griddle option:

It's made in the USA with high-quality materials.
It comes with a lifetime warranty on key parts and up to five years for others.
The dual plate system ensures excellent heat accumulation and distribution.
Its advanced manufacturing allows for high resistance to extreme temperatures.
Some manufacturers use high-powered burners to compensate for poor heat distribution, but this causes uneven cooking and damage. Le Griddle uses smaller 9,000 BTU burners for consistent temperature control, saving energy and ensuring even cooking

Le Griddle’s Dual Plate System features:

A combination of 304 stainless steel & cast iron for optimal heat distribution.
Cast iron composite enhances heat retention, preventing discoloration and deformation.
Proprietary formula unique to Le Griddle ensures superior performance and a lifetime warranty.

Le Griddle vs. Standard Stainless Steel Plates:

Standard stainless steel plates require thick reinforcements to prevent deformation and discoloration, leading to higher costs.
Le Griddle’s Dual Plate System uses a thinner stainless steel layer and distributes heat evenly, preventing discoloration and deformation while offering superior durability, low gas consumption, and easy maintenance.