How to Season your stainless steel grill grid

Seasoning stainless steel grill grids is something you should do before the grill grid is put together and put it away. It should be a part of your grill grid maintenance program. Seasoning the grid prevents food adhesion, rust, debris accumulation, make it easier to remove small debris, and extend the life of the grid. Overall, we must understand the importance of properly season the grill grid.

Maintenance for stainless grill grids

Stainless steel grill grids do not require as much maintenance as cast iron grids. They are able to keep even heat for long periods of time.although you may notice a little discoloration after some time of use.the stainless steel will change from yellow to nearly black. This copper green is very good, it can protect itself from corrosion. The first few uses of stainless steel cooking grids will prove a bit sticky as the copper rust is not yet formed. After performing the first use maintenance, remember to have the food fully cooked on one side, and then try flipping it again. Once the food exposed to the grid is fully cooked, the food is self-released. Expert tips: Do not barbecue frozen food, especially on the new stainless steel grill grid. Heat causes the food to shrink and stick to a hot surface.

Maintenance for first time using a stainless steel grill grids, follow the following steps

Remove the grill grid and wash with warm soapy water and soft cloth.

dry grill grid Completely

Preheat the grill grid for cooking.

Use a silicone oil brush and high-temperature oils with high saturated fat content, such as melted Crisco, vegetable oil, or rapeseed oil, carefully brush with the oil, and then continue to warm up until the grid ready to cook.

 Regular maintenance

If your grill grid is not brand new, follow these steps:

Preheat the grill grid when preparing for cooking.

Brush off any debris from previous meals

Use high temperature oil ,such as melted Crisco, vegetable oil, or rapeseed oil, and brush your grill grid carefully.