Can I grill directly on the grill, or do I need a griddle or frypan?
477004
Yes, for food like steaks, ribs and chops. For food that may fall apart easily, like hamburger or fish, I'd use some type of pan.
477005
Directly on grill. Could use griddle or pan if you want as well. It is the same as a BBQ.
477006
It is like a regular grill. You can grill meat, but vegetables would require a pan of some variety.
2261060
I believe I purchased the griddle separately. It's been a few years but I am pretty sure that is what I did. I later got the "bag or case" to put it in. It still works like a charm and still recommend it!
2091779
The entire grill has a no stick coating that is superb. Only one side can be used, namely he ridged side. The flat side has the non-stick coating; however, you my not use it for cooking because it does not have a lip to hold in food. it's a deal only if you use the one side; A-1 surface. Blessings. Anne
816610
Has anyone used this grill with a separate skillet or grill on top of the grates. For instance, to cook bacon and eggs outside when camping?
598026
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.
391049
I have used the stove grate with the other side being the griddle and the grill. It does not matter. I think you could even use 2 stove grates.
339088
The stove comes with a single griddle (which is a flat surface). I'd imagine that some people purchase 3rd party grills/skillets (with ridged surfaces).
1516482
I purchased the griddle that came with the legs, burners, griddle that I put together in a short easy time. I also purchased the grill separately that shipped at the same time in another box and was just the grill. I take the griddle off and put the grill on when I want to BBQ rather than make french toast or pancakes. It is an easy switch out in about two minutes. Lift one off and put the other on.
1827171
Pancakes, yes. Eggs, yes but you need the heat hot enough that the whites form up immediately. Bacon, I wouldn't recommend this vs using a wire rack when using the grill. You'll have a greasy mess with bacon on this mat.
1887753
Well... I suppose you could if you really wanted to and they were small but that's not what a direct fire grill is designed for. For cooking the ultimate pizza you want an indirect fire (heat) wood fire. Convection is the key with pizza. This grill is designed for (and works very well for) grilling steak, burgers etc.. with direct heat.
2261059
It comes with 1 grill and 1 griddle. so you need to purchase an additional grill if you need more room for grilling.
65473
I suppose you could, but why? When using this, think pancakes. You need to get the griddle hot first. I simply place it on the front burner and heat it until the oil begins to smoke a little. I use a brush to oil the pan. Then I add the batter and adjust the heat as needed. I use a very large measuring cup to mix the batter in. I find it is easier to pour from this into the cups on the pan. It takes a little practice and timing, but well worth it! Another tip... I bought a few squirt (think ketchup bottles at restaurants) bottles. I filled one up with syrup, one with apple sauce, one with raspberry jelly, etc. and set them out. When I make these for groups, they have their choice of fillings and flavors! Finger Food! Pick one up, fill it with your favorite flavor and pop it into your mouth! This goes over big time! Enjoy!
1360280
I am not familiar with your grill model. However, I just lay the grates on top of my old Weber grates. I usually do not use them when I want to use the indirect heating method and I have aluminum foil on the grill. William's answer on December 30 is good. I use the grill grates mostly when i am cooking on high or direct heat, and I do not want any grease flair ups.
1138150
Frying fish can be an approximate or an exacting endeavor. This appliance is small and inexpensive. I wouldn't consider a large-scale fish fry, but it's your call. Outside? Why not grill the fish?
2257564
I have cooked with pots, pans, and cast iron skillets on the grill portion with no issues. You want to be careful to no scrape the non-stick coating off the grill by sliding the pots and pans around. That is the only drawback I can see so far.
489775
Yea sure, why not. Its a grill , just like any back yard grill but compact to take anywhere. You can use a pan or even a grill plate. If your going to use it solely for pan frying, just get a camp stove...If your going to use it also for a camp grill/tailgating grill..its perfect.
973117
The short answer is no as others have pointed out - but be careful: any grill with non-stick coating runs the major issue that you can't really get it as hot as you want without running other risks of contaminating your food or ruining the non-stick surface. End of the day I'd just recommend getting a cast iron grill - cheaper, safer, and much more versatile.