can i use it for grilling (similar to Pam), using canola oil?
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I use canola as a Pam substitute all the time! Works great and without all the chemicals.
144766
I haven't sprayed items while they are on the grill, but I imagine its much safer without propellants. Lots of force still and you can custom blend your oils (olive oil, herb fusions, sesame oil, etc).
144767
Yes, but I think in the long run Pam or another spray would be less expensive to use.
144768
Haven't used it for grilling but I don's see why you can't use it with any oil at any time.
690479
Haven't tried that one, but I would bet you can. Cooked alot of stuff on a similar model when in college, just never did grilled cheese!
1480215
Never ever use Pam with non-stick surfaces. It leaves a sticky residue and destroys the non-stick surface. You should only have to season the grids once with regular vegetable oil and maybe a re-seasoning every few years depending on your usage. If you used Pam already, all bets are off and might as well get a replacement.
894667
Do Not use Pam, it is flamable. What you need is a pum sprayer bottle for olive oil, I wouldnt be without mine
711647
Yes & without fatning butter and oil like a stove. Awet paper towel while grill still hot cleans the griddle grease free. Best while hot. The paper towels steam up so it gets hot you get used to it
1759868
Never spray Pam on non-stick pans! It will make them sticky and reduce their non-stick properties. It's not the oil in they cooking spray that is damaging, it's the accellerant. Even sprays labeled "canola oil" or "olive oil" contain these compounds, so don't use them at all on coated pans labeled non-stick. It is petroleum based and will dissolve the non-stick surface, ruining your pans or grills. Use oil or butter instead. The best way to use oil is to brush it onto the food you are cooking. Olive oil works fine as does canola oil, just keep the smoke-point of oil in mind if you're searing anything on high heat. Hope that helps.
2024641
I assume you could use any high heat oil coconut oil should be ok...would not suggest olive oil or pam. I however did not season mine before using and I have yet to have any issues with them....
1623512
You can if you want but I believe it would be unsanitary and unhealthy. It might be better to use a smaller amount and add oil and throw away the remainder.
2035455
You actually can, but I find that adding a touch (tea or tablespoon) of olive, rice bran or canola oil to this pan never hurts, especially when you want some carmelization, sheen and moisture of your cooked products (like onions, omelets, frozen potstickers, or whatever). Just be careful NOT to cook high heat items like a thick steak on non-stick surfaces- it won't come out as well as cooking over a grill or cast iron, and some discoloration will be left on some of the non-stick surface that may not come off; plus non-stick surfaced pans supposedly give off traces of carcinogens, when subject to very high heat. Good luck. You actually can, but I find that adding a touch (tea or tablespoon) of olive, rice bran or canola oil to this pan never hurts, especially when you want some carmelization, sheen and moisture of your cooked products (like onions, omelets, frozen potstickers, or whatever). Just be careful NOT to cook high heat items like a thick steak on non-stick surfaces- it won't come out as well as cooking over a grill or cast iron, and some discoloration will be left on some of the non-stick surface that may not come off; plus non-stick surfaced pans supposedly give off traces of carcinogens, when... » Read More You actually can, but I find that adding a touch (tea or tablespoon) of olive, rice bran or canola oil to this pan never hurts, especially when you want some carmelization, sheen and moisture of your cooked products (like onions, omelets, frozen potstickers, or whatever). Just be careful NOT to cook high heat items like a thick steak on non-stick surfaces- it won't come out as well as cooking over a grill or cast iron, and some discoloration will be left on some of the non-stick surface that may not come off; plus non-stick surfaced pans supposedly give off traces of carcinogens, when subject to very high heat. Good luck. « Show Less
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We always use Pam grill spray and cleanup is easy. Unless you have food wrapped in foil, you need to use spray.
1717698
Yes. Not a problem, especially since oil would be used to season it when not in use for an extended period. Oil for seasoning is different than your normal oil. You would get mineral oil for oral use from the pharmacy. Cheaper, and it's the same oil you would buy for seasoning the board from the 'kitchen' department. I did speak with the pharmacist before I bought it.
2090996
Yes you can, just make sure you put put enough Pam onit so the food doesn't stick
2284018
Yes u can. This is a great pan to use on the stove top or oven. The grill side & the depth of the ridges keeps the grease contained!
912231
Yes it is very good for this. I use a cast iron grilling pan of frying pan to fry them. It is easy to control heat so you can cook slow. This way you can cook clear through if you want with out burning. Then turn up heat to finish outsideWhen done frying can turn heat down to 140 degrees to keep warm till ready to eat. This is one of the best things I have in kitchen.
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Spray Canola cooking oil on the top surface of the Cast Iron grates before using the grates for the first time. This will season the grates. Also use the Canola spray on the grates before heating your grill, this will make cleaning the grates a lot easier and helps the meat from sticking to the grates. After grilling and the grates have been cooled down. Lightly clean the grates with a brass grill cleaning brush. Be careful not to scrub to much as these grates do have a light coating of porcelain baked on. Your meats will taste much better using the cast iron grates because the meats will cook more evenly and your grill will retain the cooking temperature more evenly than the steel grates. Spray Canola cooking oil on the top surface of the Cast Iron grates before using the grates for the first time. This will season the grates. Also use the Canola spray on the grates before heating your grill, this will make cleaning the grates a lot easier and helps the meat from sticking to the grates. After grilling and the grates have been cooled down. Lightly clean the grates with a brass grill cleaning brush. Be careful not to scrub to much as these grates do have a light coating of porcelain baked on. Your meats will taste much better using the cast iron grates because the meats will... » Read More Spray Canola cooking oil on the top surface of the Cast Iron grates before using the grates for the first time. This will season the grates. Also use the Canola spray on the grates before heating your grill, this will make cleaning the grates a lot easier and helps the meat from sticking to the grates. After grilling and the grates have been cooled down. Lightly clean the grates with a brass grill cleaning brush. Be careful not to scrub to much as these grates do have a light coating of porcelain baked on. Your meats will taste much better using the cast iron grates because the meats will cook more evenly and your grill will retain the cooking temperature more evenly than the steel grates. « Show Less
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You should be able to, as long as your stovetop gets hot enough to utilize the 'grill marks' on this pan. I have a gas stove and it works great at high heat.
499463
I have never tried but I can pan fry with it, so I emagine you can. It's just like any other oil you cook with.