A Wolf range griddle is one of this high-quality brand’s best assets, offering even cooking and crisping for a variety of foods. But, like so many conveniences, a griddle requires specific maintenance to function optimally for the life of your range. We’ll detail how to season a Wolf griddle with the right techniques and provide easy cleaning methods for proper care.
Griddle Maintenance 101: How to Season a Wolf Griddle and Keep it Clean
Wolf range griddle maintenance doesn’t have to be complicated or time-consuming. Rather, consistency with the right methods and materials is the most important factor in knowing how to season a Wolf griddle properly. Before we provide a step-by-step guide to seasoning and cleaning, we’ll first explain why seasoning is so important.
Why You Need to Season a Range Griddle
Seasoning the griddle is essential to maintaining its quality and non-stick surface. Doing so not only ensures that food won’t stick to the surface when cooking but also protects it from heat, moisture, and staining. Seasoning before the griddle’s first use and after each thorough cleaning is all that’s needed for proper upkeep.
How to Season a Wolf Griddle
Before seasoning a Wolf range griddle for the first time, the manufacturer’s protective coating must be removed. Turn on your stove’s ventilation and wash away this coating with soap and hot water. Rinse and dry thoroughly. Set the temperature to 350°F and heat for 30 minutes before allowing it to cool. Here’s how to season a Wolf griddle before it’s first use and after every deep cleaning:
- Pour 1 teaspoon of vegetable or peanut oil every 11 inches throughout the griddle’s surface.
- With a paper towel, wipe oil across the area with a thin layer, avoiding the corners.
- Heat the griddle to 350°F. When it starts to smoke, turn it off and allow it to cool.
- Once the cooktop has cooled, wipe off any excess oil with a paper towel.
- Repeat the above steps one more time to complete the seasoning process.
How to Clean a Wolf Griddle
Cleaning a Wolf griddle the right way can ensure that it’s done effectively and safely. Here’s how to clean a Wolf range griddle with water, a metal spatula, and commercial griddle cleaner:
- While the griddle is still warm, use the metal spatula to scrape all residual food particles and grease into the collection tray.
- When it has cooled completely, wipe away excess grease with a paper towel.
- Pour ½ cup warm water and 1 teaspoon of cleaner onto the cooking surface.
- Scrape the water, cleaning solution, and lingering debris into the collection tray.
- Pour another ½ cup of warm water onto the cooktop and dry with a paper towel.
- Remove the collection tray and wash in warm, soapy water before drying and replacing.
- Season the griddle so it’s ready for the next use.
Cooking Tips When Using a Wolf Griddle
Knowing how to season a Wolf griddle properly and keeping it clean will help it function optimally for years to come. The following cooking tips are also helpful to remember when using your griddle:
- Though the griddle provides even cooking throughout, the rear portion will get hotter during cooking. Reserve this section of the range for items that require higher heat.
- A Wolf griddle has a preheating light that illuminates while it’s heating up and turns off when it reaches its set temperature.
- No light indicates when the cooking surface is hot. Take care when assessing the cooktop’s temperature and keep young children away from the stove if it’s just been used.
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