For a perfect BBQ, choosing the best grill is not enough, but you should also pick the right accessories. Based on functionality, there are three types of grill accessories: for cooking, for protection, and for caring.
In this article, I am going to list out all the must-have flat top grill accessories for your outdoor griddle. Keep reading!
Cooking Accessories
Instant Read Thermometer
Wire Rack System & Melting Dome
Wire rack systems do a good job in lifting foods above griddle cooking surface to hence give extra airflow underneath and cook them more evenly.
Meanwhile, a melting dome traps heat to cook the top side of the food more evenly and quickly. You’ll find this accessory particularly comes in handy when smoking foods or you want to melt cheese to perfection.
Spatulas
In BBQ, spatulas are commonly used for flipping burgers. Thanks to the deep offset handle and beveled edge, it can easily go under the food and lift it away without deforming or breaking the shape.
Other benefits of grill spatulas are to pick up large chunks of meat, cut a small portion of grilled food to check its doneness, cut large pieces of food, and open bottles.
Spatulas come in a wide range of sizes on the market to meet specific tasks.
For example, regular-sized spatulas are for flipping small to medium-sized foods while oversized spatulas are for larger chunks of meat. There are also spatulas dedicated to flipping fish.
Squeeze Bottles
Squeeze bottles are a very common grill accessory for outdoor griddles.
They are used for storing and dispensing sauces, condiments, vinegar, or oil. The best part is that they allow you to control the pour with great accuracy.
For safety, it is recommended to choose National Sanitation Foundation (NSF) certified squeeze bottles.
Grill Tong
Using a tight grip of grill tongs allows you to hold foods securely and reduce slippage as when using your hands, a spoon, or fork. You can also use it to:
- Flip or lift hot foods
- Clean and grease the griddle by placing a clean kitchen towel between the tong tips, then reaching the griddle from a safe distance
- Hold hot pots by using two pairs of tongs with a strong grip
- Toss salad
Basting Brush
A basting brush, also known as a pastry brush, is used for spreading glaze, oil, or butter on foods to cook the perfect char or two.
With it, you can get all the benefits of a traditional BBQ, composed of creamy sauces, juicy meat, and crispy skin.
Hanging Hooks
Adding to your flat-top griddle some hanging hook is a smart move to free up your prepping and cooking space plus optimize storage space.
Egg Rings
This often-underestimated accessory, in fact, is a very practical one for your outdoor griddle.
Aside from making your eggs look more beautiful, egg rings help eggs fit on your roll, bagel, English muffin perfectly plus speed up the cooking process. They can also optimize the internal space of your pan or griddle and be used for pancakes.
For The Protection Your Griddle
Flat Top Grill Cover
After use and cleaning, your griddle needs to be well-covered to protect it from weather conditions and other elements, such as dirt and dust. Keeping the equipment from outer impacts is key to long-term care.
That is where a flat top grill cover comes into place.
The grill cover is divided into two types: soft covers and hardcovers. Each of them has its own pros and cons.
For example, soft covers are flexible, commonly foldable for storage, and easy to pack. But its protection level is not as hardcovers – which can prevent your griddle from collisions, bumps, and harsh abuse. In turn, they are bulky.
Care Accessories
Scraper
While bench scrapers are originally used by bakers and pastry chefs, they’re also a great accessory for cleaning, which is to scrape all the buildup products off your counter or cutting board without scratching or damaging it.
Scouring Pads
Scouring pads are a very convenient accessory to be used on griddles.
They help clean off burnt-on messes or cooked-on grease from the equipment. But be mindful that its tough material might leave scratches on the surface of your griddle, so only apply gentle force while scouring.
Seasoning And Conditioner
Seasoning before and after your grill is important as it seals pores, repels rust, and eliminates contaminants to prevent foods from sticking. Additionally, seasoning helps your grilled foods taste better and makes the cleaning easier.
Conclusion
That is all for the post. I hope that you have already known which are the must-have flat top grill accessories for your outdoor griddle and what each of them is used for. Thanks for reading! Please follow my blog for more informative articles.
