What is a Griddle? What Types of Griddles?
The flat top griddle is made of stone, brick or metal. Most models use charcoal or gas.
A Brief History of the Griddle
Ancient people all over the world used a griddle to cook meals that required a flat surface. In Latin America, the first griddle was used to make tortillas and tortillas (a thick tortilla). In Scotland, there is a belt: a flat disc hung over an open flame and used to make scones, pancakes, and oatcakes. Modern griddle is made of metal, usually steel or iron. Restaurants use them first because of their even heat distribution and flat surfaces. This is the most effective way to cook battered dishes, such as pancakes, rather than food falling from the grate. Seafood establishments prefer flat tops, because exposure to the open flame of the grill will ruin some dishes.
What Types of Griddles?
• Comal: A traditional flat griddle from Central America, made of clay or cast iron. To this day, Latin Americans still pass it from mother to daughter.
• Teppanyaki griddle: A flat-top made of steel used to cook Japanese teppanyaki-style dishes such as grilled meat and vegetable batter.
• Tawa: Asian griddle used in India, Caucasus countries (Azerbaijan, Georgia) and Southeast Asia. It has a convex surface and is used to make bread and pancakes.
• American Kitchen Equipment Core Pro Cooking: flat top made of cold-rolled steel plate, cooking space up to 36 inches. Used to cook steak-flavored meats, Asian marinade vegetables, breakfast pancakes, and even more. People all over the world use it in backyards, back doors, campgrounds, and wilderness.
What is a Gas Griddle?
A gas griddle is a pan made of metal using propane as a heat source. Natural gas heats up faster than other energy sources, such as charcoal and electricity. The heat distribution is also the most uniform, because the gas forms an equal film under the flat roof.
