which side is best used for grilling, tha flat or angled? we always have used the angled but the flat seems a smoother surface
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I have had my E-330 for 2 1/2 years now and we grill on it just about every day from March to December. I prefer the flat side up to get more grill exposure and more of a crust on my meats.
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I cant' answer this scientifically, but I prefer the angled side, because there is less direct contact with the meat. The angled side makes better grill marks and allows the heat to cook the meat. The flat side is more like grilling in a frying pan, which does not taste as good to me. But, this is all personal preference, so try it both ways an see which tastes bets to you. You could grill two steaks side by side on both surfaces at the same temperature and see what happens. Good luck! Kim
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the angled side gives you the grillings lines in the meat. the angled side is good for steaks,pork chips,chicken breasts. the flat side allows you to more easily do fish, burgers veggies more support for the meat so it doesn't fall apart as easily.
1105593
When I installed these replacements the instructions said flat side up. The originals were very different and had angled facing up with a rough/unfinished side facing down.
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I would say go with the cast iron, because that is what I have and it works very well. I bought a griddle and a regular new grate for my grill (both sides were old and very rusted and gross), and I must say that I am happy with both sides. Only thing that I don't care for is that it is made in China.
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You can tuck it in a corner it should work fine, it is a clean BBQ with the ash pot on the bottom. Happy grilling.
2105922
You can cook on either side that's why they give u. Grill racks for both but the way you smoke is to place you food in big box. And heat in small box so that it draws smoke threw the food
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The only difference (I would assume) is the angled version's ability to fit into slightly smaller places. I've had good success with the straight version in all my woodworking.
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I cannot speak directly to a comparison between the two products, but as a general statement the flat bottom wok works better on electric ranges and the round bottom is better on gas. I have both kinds of woks and use both on electric ranges, Both give good results, but I am hoping to buy a gas range for one of my kitchens and then the round bottom wok will go there.
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You get the grill marks like you do on most grills. I have not noticed the top or bottom being hotter then the other so I would say it cooks well on both sides. Now when you use the word "crust" you must be asking about its ability to sear... that I have not seen this grill do. The only one that I know that does a great job at this is the Breville Breville BGR820XL Smart Grill
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To be honest it depends on your situation. The sear station is not like on other grills that I have owned that is separate from the other elements. I used it a lot on my Charm-glow to get a nice sear on i my meats. However the sear station on the Weber does not appear to work that way or at least I don't use it that way. I just use it as an extra element to maintain consistent heat overall. The side burner is nice to have as I have used it alot when cooking beans and sauces. If you are on a budget then I would say skip it. However if you have the cash get it its nice to have and not use than to not have and need. Come to think of it now that I am typing I did use it once. Hope this helps.
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There is a taper on the seat.. it is thinner on the inside than the outside if that is what you mean by angled.
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Hi There, have this on a Jenn air gas grill on one side and cook on the other - no worries. Place all things hot on it too.Happy Holidays.
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I think it heats pretty evenly. I let it get nice and hot and don't overcrowd it. In my opinion the griddle is more functional than the grill.
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I haven't used the griddle side yet. But I've had no problem with my meat, shrimp or bread sticking on the grill side. I just use a little olive oil spray before I put meat or bread on. I'm sure it would be perfect for pancakes or crepes. Hope this helps.
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These are flat. It works better than angled ones when you need to bust something loose. I have both styles and prefer these.
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I bought mine a little over a year ago and it is more square than round. I don't know which version/shape provides more surface area for cooking. I don't see a downside to either version. No hot or cool spots. All things being equal, the heating source is the key to success. The slightly square version fits nicely and is stable on my portable gas grill.
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It depends on what you're cooking. The flat surface would be better for baking cornbread, making an omelet or scrambled eggs, and the ribbed skillet would be better for meat - steak, chops, chicken, etc. because of the nice grill marks you'll get.
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For bird watching and astronomy, more people prefer angled for viewing comfort. Hunters usually prefer the straight angle. I test both and see what angle is the most comfortable for you. I hope this helps.
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I've used both and I prefer the flat.Ribbed is useful for elevating foods if you are concerned about cooking in fat and for making grill marks.Steaks cook longer in the ribbed because there is limited physical contact between the meat and pan the non pan contact areas of the meat are cooking with radiant heat.Cleanup is more time consuming.