I'm a novice griller--can you grill a steak on a George Foreman grill without having any part come out charred?
880993
Not really. This burns really hot for some reason. I would get one that has a thermostat so you can control the temp.
935829
I find you REALLY have to git 'er done and get the cover closed to maintain heat. I have only used the highest setting so far, and even then the temp will drop if you dawdle just a little bit. However, the flavor is good when you surround the edge of the grate with some wood chips. If you're going to do steak, make sure it's thick. I've done amazing pork tenderloin, ribeyes, filet mignon, fish, chicken...but you have to be strategic with the temperature drop.
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yes the cast iron grates must be seasoned or they will rust and the food will stick. There are several different methods for seasoning cast iron but they are all basically the same. Wash them really good with soap and water and dry them completely, don't let them air dry. Use a paper towel and spread a coat of vegetable oil over all of the surfaces. That includes sides and ends. Once you have the grill grates completely coated, Preheat the grill for 15 mins on medium and then open the lid, turn down to low, put the grates on the grill and close the lid and let them season for two hours. Turn the grill off, let the grates cool and you are ready to go. yes the cast iron grates must be seasoned or they will rust and the food will stick. There are several different methods for seasoning cast iron but they are all basically the same. Wash them really good with soap and water and dry them completely, don't let them air dry. Use a paper towel and spread a coat of vegetable oil over all of the surfaces. That includes sides and ends. Once you have the grill grates completely coated, Preheat the grill for 15 mins on medium and then open the lid, turn down to low, put the grates on the grill and close the lid and let them season for two hours.... » Read More yes the cast iron grates must be seasoned or they will rust and the food will stick. There are several different methods for seasoning cast iron but they are all basically the same. Wash them really good with soap and water and dry them completely, don't let them air dry. Use a paper towel and spread a coat of vegetable oil over all of the surfaces. That includes sides and ends. Once you have the grill grates completely coated, Preheat the grill for 15 mins on medium and then open the lid, turn down to low, put the grates on the grill and close the lid and let them season for two hours. Turn the grill off, let the grates cool and you are ready to go. « Show Less
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When I cook my steaks on the grille, as suggested, I try to trim most of the fat from the edges. As a result, I have very little clean-up to do and it is relatively easy to clean.
2104639
Yes you can get your grill marks etc., everything we grill gets done just like before, but a smidge better because the juices, marinades stay with the food and the occasional "grease flames" do not occur
1134415
sorry to say that is common withe these types of grills. green egg included. the easiest thing to do is coat with pam and then burn the grates every use. thats not fixing the problem it just cleans them. It's like having cast iron pans. you could bring them inside every use but that may be a hassle. sorry about the issu. :(
622786
The grill does not need to be seasoned. So far, this is a very good grill.... I have had stove top grills crack on my electric range.This one seems great.
1965812
I don't have that (the sear burner) but I have seared several steaks right on the grill with no problems at all. I let the grill heat up and put the steak right on it, they come out great.
124457
If cooking steak or burgers it doesn't really sear very well. Meat gets a grayish color with light sear lines. If you leave it on the heat longer to try to sear, the meat gets dry and over cooked. It works well for grilled sandwiches Haven't tried hot dogs or saugages yet but would likely work well. Not impressed with steaks and burgers. One tip, be sure to pre-heat for at least 10 minutes to get griddle evenly hot.
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Because the grease drips into a tray outside the grill instead of hot coals like outside it does not smoke, but I guess it depends on what you are cooking. If you were to cook it in a pan on the stove and it smoked I guess it would on the G. Foreman grill. It has not been an issue for me. I have cooked marinated meat and they have been fine.
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You certainly can - the primary reason I purchased this was so I would not have to deal with flame-ups on my gas grill. Suggest you lightly coat it will olive oil before placing meats on it. After use, wash with warm water (no soap) and dry with towel, then it is ready for next use.
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Cannot help with this question. We seldom cook directly on the grates on any type of grill...rather in aluminum or baking pans. Mostly from the standpoint is that burning grease healthy for you and secondly, what a mess to clean up. Again, this is a great grill, quick to heat up, and gets food to the correct internal temp fast.
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I would say that yes you could - in theory. I have noticed that the enamel (?) chips off pretty easily. I think the grill might really annoy it. Hunt around and find an old NON-LODGE deep skillet with lid in just plain cast iron and you'' never have that problem. I hate the Lodge finish.
2070341
You could grill fish or steaks but not roast them. It's a very good griddle. Go for it
1111403
Not really -- just put all the coals in one section of the grill. You'd probably want to do this even when cooking for a larger group -- make a banked fire. You can do your grilling directly over the coals in order to get a good char on steaks and burgers, and use the side away from the coals for cooking at a lower temperature (for thick cuts) and furthest away as a warming area until serving.
2113768
I always have the sauce with meat when I grill it. No smoke...except your oil drop down to fire..
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I have never cooked vegetables on the two that I have but I have fried oysters, eggs, french toast, grilled sandwiches. I would think that a steak would be good because of the high temps. You can't go wrong with this grill. The only thing I don't like and it's just me, I wish it cleaned up nicer. I would like it to stay looking new but because of the diamond surface it is a little more difficult to keep looking like I just got it out of the box. They might call that seasoning, it has no effect on how the food cooks.