Lodge LDP3 Double Play Reversible Grill/Griddle Review

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• published: 22 Jun 2015
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Hi Guys, today I’m reviewing the Lodge Cast Iron Reversible Grill/Griddle. It has one smooth side and one ribbed side. It measures 16.75 long by 9.5 inches wide and weighs about 9 pounds. Link to Lodge Reversible Grill/Griddle: http://amzn.to/1IY8RIe Link to Mits: http://amzn.to/1K5jGeK Link to Scraper: http://amzn.to/1BFwyW8 Link to Metal Spatula: http://amzn.to/1dYld8v Cast iron is heavy, there’s no getting around that. It comes seasoned which means oil is baked onto the iron at a high temperature. This creates an almost non-stick like surface without using chemicals. The longer you use it, the more non-stick it gets. This fits on two burners and you should have the heat on medium to low. I find that high heat gets the griddle too hot and burns the food. Cast iron holds heat really well so it’s best to stick with medium heat. When you first get the griddle, wash it with just water, dry completely and rub on a very light coating of oil. If you put on too much oil, wipe it off with a paper towel or clean cloth. Leaving too much oil on will make the surface sticky. I’ll make pancakes and toast and eggs on the flat side and chicken on the griddle to show you how the unit works. I find it best to use metal utensils with the griddle. You can use wood or high heat resistant silicone. I’ve turned the heat on medium. Before you start cooking, put some oil on the griddle. Don’t be stingy with the oil in the beginning especially when making sticky things like eggs. I’ll crack two eggs. A little salt and pepper. The more you cook with the griddle, the less oil you will need to cook with. In the back I’m going to make my toast. I’ve buttered both sides of the bread. I love the size of this griddle because I can have my toast and eggs ready at the same time and I’m using just one unit. Look at the crispy sides of the egg. The toast is beautifully browned. I’m gonna eat this while it’s hot and be back to make pancakes. My griddle is on medium low heat. I’ll put down a little butter and pour my batter. Remember that the heat on the griddle might be uneven depending on how it sits on your burners. Check and make sure both burners are even. If your griddle gets too hot just turn it off for a minute and turn it back on low. The more you use the griddle, the easier it is to get the right temperature for whatever you’re cooking. This is a cilantro lime chicken that I marinated. You can click here to see the full recipe. I oiled my griddle. The ribs are diagonal so you don’t have to think about how to place your chicken to get the grill marks, just lay them straight across. It’s designed really well. I fit four big chicken breasts on the griddle. Remember that the whole unit including the handle will be very hot so you have to use a mit or dry cloth when handling it.The back of the griddle was hotter than the front so I turned down the heat in the back. You can see very little of the chicken stuck to the griddle. If I used a bit more oil on the griddle, there would be nothing stuck. My marinade had no oil in it and chicken breast has little fat so it’s best to use a little more oil on the griddle. Another tip when cooking meat, it’s best to butterfly meat so it’s even in thickness all around. My chicken breasts are really thick on one side and thinner on the other so one side will cook faster than the other. However, since these were marinated well, the chicken was very juicy and tender throughout. Cleaning is pretty simple. After the griddle cools, wipe off the surface with a towel and rub a light coating of oil. If the griddle is dirty, wash it with warm water and scrub off any food with a stiff brush, not a metal scouring pad that could scratch the surface. Dry immediately and coat with oil. You can watch me clean cast iron and reseason it by clicking this link. The grill/griddle is great for people who don’t want to or don’t have a gas or charcoal grill outdoors. I have a gas grill outside but use this often especially in the winter. It’s easy to make breakfast, paninis for lunch or a hearty dinner with grilled meats and vegetables. Grilled food is generally healthier and faster to make, so this is a good option for people who are short on time but still want to eat a home cooked meal. I’ve put the link to this griddle in the description below. Hope you found this review helpful. Please subscribe for more reviews and thanks for watching. ** I was not paid by any company for this unbiased review **