Have you ever thought about whether you could grill on a stovetop?
And if so, what stovetop recipes could you make? The good news is that you can, but how do you do it? This post will walk you through the elements to consider and what you need to do when grilling food on a stovetop.
1. Choose a Heavy Pan
A single pan occupies the charcoal grill space or the entire gas when grilling food at home. It heats quickly and retains heat perfectly, giving you the grill marks you’ve always wanted.
If you’re using a cast iron pan, ensure you season it according to the manufacturer’s instructions, then gently brush it with canola oil. For other pan types or a non-stick grill pan, only use oil as necessary.
2. Heat Your Grill Pan
Preheat the pan by turning the burners to medium heat. Let the pan absorb heat for about five minutes before grilling. Skipping this step may result in overcooked food.
3. Oil the Grill to Prevent Sticking
Form a paper towel into a loose ball and hold it with tongs. Soak it in vegetable oil and gently polish the preheated grill surface. This step prevents food from sticking while cooking.
4. Burn-Proof Your Meat
Pat dry your food, rub it with olive oil, and season both sides with salt and pepper before placing it on the grill. For marinated food, rub in garlic and herbs with oil to avoid burning. For steaks like filet, rib-eye, or strip, only use salt and pepper.
5. Get Grilling
Place your grill pan on the stovetop and preheat until hot. Turn down the heat to medium-low and maintain this temperature while cooking. Reduce the heat if the pan produces smoke.
Once grilling, avoid moving the food. Let it cook for 4–5 minutes, then rotate it 90 degrees to create a crosshatch pattern. Repeat this process, flipping the food as needed until fully cooked.
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