Is using vegetable oil on a flat-top grill a valid method for reducing cook-time?
I recently got into a discusion with the owner of my restaurant about using vegetable oil on the flat-top grill. We cook marinated chicken breast on the flat-top and I use oil because I believe that it reduces cook-time and adds flavor to the meat. Have I been taught wrong?
Best Answer
Yes, oil will reduce cooking time as it increases the surface area in contact with the grill. The oil fills in irregularites in the chicken's surface.
Some people like the taste of more oil, some do not. Some people don't want the oil for health reasons.
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What kind of oil do you use on a flat grill?
Because you need to be cooking steaks at a high temperature, the best oil for flat top grill will have a high smoke point. Much like griddling, we'd recommend using vegetable oil, canola oil, or olive oil for grilling.How do you cook on a flat surface grill?
Things You Need to Know About Cooking on a Flat Top GrillCan you cook anything on a flat top grill?
A flat top grill can be used to cook anything from eggs, pancakes, seafood, sauces, and burgers. It produces an even heat and will cook foods evenly. Very fatty or highly marinated meats may prove tricky on a flat top grill. There are no grates for the fat or marinade to drip into.How do you keep chicken from sticking to the grill?
First, put a light coating of olive oil and seasoning directly on the chicken to help prevent sticking. Second, keep the grill temperature around 425-450F. If the temperature is too high the chicken will stick! You want to grill the chicken breasts for about 4.5 min a side.Top 10 Griddle Mistakes for Beginner Griddlers
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