Do NOT do this when seasoning your flat top griddle!

[@GrillSergeant]

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[@miguelmarquez4192]

Keep yellow mustard handy. Put it on a burn as soon as it happens and you wont blister in many cases. Obviously nothings going to fully fix a bad burn but youll be suprised on most common burns that it instantly helps.

[@myronlittlehale6882]

@@miguelmarquez4192 6thtra0ee

[@juanisback]

Don’t do what?….

[@TedMotcheckIII]

😂 I'm surprised no one commented on the rebranding of the griddle!

[@carolinaumana10]

😂 Attention to detail much!? I really had a laugh

[@MichaelPSmith-mps]

I came here (comment section) to see if I was the only one! I want one! Gotta find the sticker

[@dingznthingz]

I noticed. Now I am doing the same to my two Blackstone griddles.

[@Boswd]

Ohh i went a step further and thought it was a knock off brand and tried looking for one to see the price difference. 🫣

[@tk7263]

😂that’s hilarious 😂

[@UpNorthRob]

so if I didn't go a great job season when new...can I do a "reset"? Clean with soap/water and re-oil? Re-boot...if you will?

[@GrillSergeant]

Yep. Just like shampoo. Rinse. Wash. And Repeat. 😂

[@TheAmericanSmoke]

How many beers? I feel like it's important. Thanks for the video!

[@GrillSergeant]

Let’s find out!

[@jerryhubbard4461]

I have owned my BlackStone griddle for 4 years now. One great piece of equipment for my outdoor kitchen. As for seasoning. I did not go through all of the cycles he is doing here. Nothing wrong with what he is doing here. I heated up my griddle the first time and put some Canola oil on it and rubbed it in. I started immediately cooking on the griddle. The more you cook on the flattop, the more seasoned it gets. So just use it and over time it will get a nice coating. Just remember after each use, after it cools and you give it a good cleaning, wipe it down with a new heavy coat of oil and cover it up. Chef Jerry

[@GrillSergeant]

That’s awesome. I just got my hands on the ceramic coated griddle that pit boss sent me and man…you have to use little to no oil and clean up is a breeze. I just posted the few days ago. Check it out and let me know what you think about it.

[@jeremytrujillo4649]

I used flax seed oil, what I use for my cast irons. So far had my griddle since Christmas (thanks babe) cooked three times on it and it’s super easy to clean. I think flaxseed is the best high temperature oil for seasoning

[@blakeguthrie6246]

I thought you were supposed to clean it while it was still a little hot? Like scrape it off while it's still hot and wipe it with paper towel and then oil it up

[@jerryhubbard4461]

@@blakeguthrie6246as soon as I finish cooking, I scape all the junk off the griddle. I come back or you can do it then just take a paper towel and wipe it clean leaving the oil on the griddle. When you get ready to use again, heat it up, spray some water over the griddle and wipe with more paper towel. Put down new oil and cook away.

[@Hank-ski]

HA! BlackstoneD. Nice Easter egg. I'm getting my used Blackstone cook top back from the sand blaster today. I'm going to use your technique to season it.

[@GrillSergeant]

Ha! Thanks man! How much did it run it get the blackstone top sandblasted?

[@Hank-ski]

@@GrillSergeant 30 bucks at the sand blaster. The grill was a curbside cast off. The neighbor is moving and he put it out for the garbage. Besides being rusted, it only needs a new propane hose. I think I scored!

[@GrillSergeant]

@@Hank-ski Epic score!

[@dougr6925]

Hi....it's hard to tell....does the propane canister sit on the ground or is it elevated by a hanger....thanks.

[@GrillSergeant]

It’s elevated by a hanger

[@dougr6925]

@@GrillSergeant thanks

[@UGAMike19]

I’m very happy to you take care of yourself during this process. Staying hydrated is very important to the process! Cheers! 🍻

[@danna140]

What was the DO NOT DO THIS part ?

[@grg242]

Just a marketing trick to get more views.

[@videoslue]

He BURNT his finger and said do not clean the grill without safety gloves lol

[@acdii]

If you noticed at the start of seasoning he had the cloth and no gloves and a clean griddle, then he is wiping a blackened griddle with gloves on. That oil gets really hot in moments so he scorched his finger and didn't want to show that part.

[@ctech14367]

If you follow the seasoning instructions provided by Blackstone your griddle will be seasoned just fine, you don’t have to buy expensive oils or put a juju spell on it, just keep it simple.

[@jmax5105]

I noticed when you were letting it heat up initially, some of the surface was starting to "blue". Would it be a good idea to let as much of it blue as possible before seasoning, or does it matter? I know with something like a carbon steel wok, you want to get as much of it to blue as possible before seasoning.... Does the same thing apply to these griddle surfaces, or do you risk it warping if you do that? Just curious. thank you for your video! I just got my new Blackstone and cant wait to start using it.

[@ogmont]

Hydration is a must. Your video is the the best, straight to the point. Thank you for that.

[@babylonsal]

Where do I get this brand? “BLACK & STONED” Gotta love it!!!

[@KapinKrunch]

The funny thing is he wasn't black or stoned in the video LOL

[@brendabee]

🤣🤣🤣 The "D" that you added, really funny!!!! hahaha

[@MrSurprenant1]

Do you have to let it cool in between coats or do you keep it on high the whole time

[@GrillSergeant]

I would do 15 mins on high then turn it to low for 10 mins then coat it, then crack it back up to high for 15 mins and repeat that for 3-4 times.

[@robertwilliams9753]

Thanks i was curious about that myself

[@guidoslandscape2006]

Can you use any oil for seasoning?

[@dgperforms1]

How do you clean after cooks?

[@tjhey8458]

Can you use crisco to season it? I usually use crisco to season my cast iron but I was sure with this

[@Empirefilmzentertainment]

I just bought me the 28” inch one but I’m not sure o want to use soap, I might just use a damp cloth to clean and wipe it. 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@GrillSergeant]

Totally fine either way. I just did that to really get rid of that shipping material and residue off the griddle top before I seasoned it in. After this one I got the 4 burner Blackstone and the new Pit Boss 4 burner with the ceramic coating and that griddle is a total game changer...

[@MGZWarrior]

Where did you get the “Blackstoned” sticker? I kinda dig it

[@GrillSergeant]

I printed it at work :)

[@streetveteran8928]

THE BEST ON KZbin.....BE SURE TO STAY HYDRATED.....LOVE IT!

[@GrillSergeant]

😂 🍻

[@streetveteran8928]

@@GrillSergeant , YES SIR....A MUST!

[@casper3130]

Is that a Blackstone 28" or 22"??? It looks different than the Blackstone I've been looking at and I'm trying to decide which to buy.

[@georginamedina9995]

What if you buy it new but it has some rust around the corners, how do you clean it? They marked it down at the store because of the rust.

[@240LTS]

... If it is not heavy rust- Steel wool, get it as rust free as possible and season it. JMHO

[@stevebrookins3980]

So that's a blackstoned not a blackstone? What is the difference? I feel the the blackstoned would be maybe a better fit for me!

[@jerseydevil7895]

I would definitely use plain water to remove soap residue, heating it doesn't remove it.

[@tanya334]

Don't you want to rinse soap residue off first ??

[@tomsfoodfactory5086]

That mistake looked painful! I hear staying properly hydrated as you did will help with pain management.

[@GrillSergeant]

Ha! Yeah. Second degree burns are not cool. LOL

[@twiggyuno]

On another note, when doing ANYTHING on an extremely hot surface or piece of equipment it's best to gooo slowwww. Don't coat fast, don't cut fast, don't drop fast. Dad taught me this when I was a kid and helped prevent me from getting burned or having any cooking related mishaps. Cheers!

[@thischke1]

What was the “Do not do this” part?? With the dial circled? I watched the video waiting for that info....

[@MrGrimbaron]

Clickbait

[@edgobb]

He burned himself.

[@ericbuendia4953]

When you used the rag the first time what was that water then came the oil???

[@sephiroth7818]

Is Blackstoned the Wish app griddle?

[@GrillSergeant]

No. That was a sticker I put over it. The griddle I got from Home Depot and was called Nexgrill.

[@sephiroth7818]

@@GrillSergeant I was trying to figure out which one it really is lol

[@jeffquast5162]

Being its a Blackstoned maybe should season in hemp oil LOL just kidding great video thanks for sharing

[@GrillSergeant]

😂 💀

[@beers-jackofbbq]

Great video! I just put my Blackstone together yesterday and will be seasoning today! Thanks for sharing!

[@clineshaunt]

Hello, I'm looking into getting a Blackstone Griddle. What size is the one you're using?

[@walker2980]

Well I tried seasoning my girlfriend's griddle yesterday and it's like the middle of it done real good but the edging and about finger length from the front didn't want to change color. And I've done it outside so I'm sure the wind was slightly blowing decent and that probably had something to do with it so I don't know if I can just keep using it and it finally season itself out or what?

[@GrillSergeant]

Yep. You can. Throw some bacon on first and that will cover the rest

[@chuckstuckey9450]

wuts up with the blackstoned written on the griddle??

[@jeffreyhickman3871]

That is so LOL!! 😂😂😂!! Seeing this thing clearly reading 📖 Blackstoned”. This must be to capture our attention. That’s so darned funny 😆. All the griddles I see at my Tractor 🚜 Supply Job, read “Blackstone”, without the “D”. I work at Tractor 🚜 Supply Distribution Center, so that’s how I know the name is spelled. Please keep these humorous griddle videos coming, I want to be amused. I’m even subbing to your channel!! Your friend, Jeff.

[@GrillSergeant]

Ha! Thanks Jeff!

[@zenjamin6262]

Where can you find the Black stoned edition ?

[@GrillSergeant]

At your local dispensary.

[@zenjamin6262]

@@GrillSergeant YES GRILL SERGEANT !

[@KapinKrunch]

Thanks for this video I just got myself a new 36 in culinary series with hood at Lowe's can't wait to get her seasoned

[@gtsbarbecueandcuisine4837]

Lol I just seasoned my new Blackstone Air Fryer Griddle Combo a couple weeks ago and burned the heck out of my fingers too! Not quite that badly but dang that heat transfers through the cloth fast! Great safety tip and thanks for sharing. Have a great weekend brother!

[@GrillSergeant]

GT’s Barbeque and Cuisine Dang, glad you are ok. Those things get hot quick!

[@Toolmybass]

When i buy mine, i will be using my welding gloves to season, as im sure the beers will be flowing while i put it together. lol

[@GrillSergeant]

Toolmybass Smart man. Wish I did the same. Cheers! 🍻

[@busterking5895]

So you said soap would never touch it again so what do you do to clean it just heat it up real hot after you cook a steak on it and then wipe it off?

[@GrillSergeant]

You can pretty much treat it like cast iron

[@andrewsimineri2243]

BLACK&STONED! AWESOME! I bet most people don't even notice that your griddle says that.

[@WonderWonkies]

Can you use vegetable oil? Sorry I'm a newbie and I'm honestly terrified to attempt to use propane for the first time lol

[@GrillSergeant]

You will be fine! Yes on the vegetable oil! :)

[@debrabonusbrock6209]

I clean my griddle after each use. However, when I wipe it down with oil and a paper towel. I get black residue on the paper towel. I've tried reseaoning it but I still get the residue. It gets on the food. Hamburger buns get ruined with that black gunck on them. What do I need to do?

[@philipdavidson2721]

Did you keep the grill at 500 degrees through the whole process?

[@TygerBlueEyes]

What happen to the Nexgrill?

[@bennyclark1482]

I found out olive oil causes a sticky residue. Even though ppl recommend it. So i spent the extra money and got the Blackstone seasoning, cleaned griddle really good and reseasoned. No issues now.

[@carver56]

When did it become ‘Blackstoned’??

[@gregprince2523]

Do you season the underside/bottom part also?

[@GrillSergeant]

Greg Prince Just the top and the sides.

[@gregprince2523]

@@GrillSergeant Thank you!

[@mitchellcox1912]

Yes Grill Sergeant! Thank you for conditioning my body and mind. Feel free to do it anytime. You are correct in how you clean and season the Blackstone. I enjoy the hell out of mine and stay hydrated all the time.

[@richardbsweeny]

Take a shot everytime he says "basically" 😁🤣😁🤣

[@ES-wb2do]

I'm down for that party, basically

[@desmondmann2699]

We would all be pretty much drunk. LOL

[@detroitgator1]

What is the DO NOT part of the video as described in the title?

[@kalyncantwell2751]

Blackstone suggests using soapy water to clean it before seasoning and cooking. However, my sister told me not to because she doesn't and she said it would ruin it. Can anybody clarify what I should do? I just bought one over the weekend and I have no idea if I should use soap or not.

[@loujohnson6143]

When did Blackstone start pre-seasoning there griddles? I've never read that.

[@michaelgriffith2379]

That's not a Blakstone....It's a copy called Blackstoned.

[@kingcreo2760]

PLEASE lose the music. Would of been a lot better video. Ty

[@jgfunk]

What's the difference between Blackstone and Blackstoned griddles? 😜

[@GrillSergeant]

Ones a little higher quality...lol

[@theeclecticnurse2485]

Is it black stone or black stoned?

[@ChrisJones-qw7bn]

WHY?? Wiping it dry after the soap water wash can leave soap residue on the griddle. RINSE then wipe and heat to dry...unless you like tasting soap in your food.

[@harleyhawk7959]

never clean with soap, period

[@MaddieandKiki]

So informative!!! If we’re ever lucky enough to get our hands on one of these gorgeous Blackstones, we will be seasoning it up with your advice on mind!!! Bring on the smash burgers!!!!!🔥🔥🔥👏👏👏🤤🤤🤤🤤

[@glenncoon6639]

Why does your griddle say Blackstoned? What were you thinking??

[@fireman131103]

What is a BLACKSTONED

[@luisbracamontes5698]

What liquid did he use to wipe it down before applying the oil

[@deckerdoesitdiy]

Soapy water

[@kathleenspotts-3psnks-c978]

You didn't rinse the dish soap off before you seasoned it?

[@ohh_dannyboi8731]

Why do you go from a Nextgrill to a Black Stoned flat top? 🤔 was the Nextgrill trash compared to Black Stoned?

[@GrillSergeant]

It’s the same grill…I just made a sticker for the front logo 😂

[@ohh_dannyboi8731]

@@GrillSergeant serious!? 🤣 awesome! Does the heat distribute pretty evenly throughout the top? Any dead spots? Looking to go buy this grill today!

[@GrillSergeant]

@@ohh_dannyboi8731 I love it. It heats up really quick. Before pulling the trigger tho I would look at the new griddles that Pit Boss just came out with. I will be upgrading to that once it’s available. If you need a griddle today tho, the Nexgrill is a great choice.

[@marvstokes8885]

Wiping soap of with a dry cloth???? I have seasoned 4 Blackstones. I have always rinsed the soap off with water

[@PMPBBQ]

That's a sweet griddle you've got. I like that you basically season it like cast iron. Looking forward to seeing your cooks you make on it.

[@GrillSergeant]

Thanks Carlton! Cheers!

[@robertmoore2307]

Why not 3x merchandise?

[@richdiscoveries]

Awesome bud!! I'm about to go and season my table top griddle. Its 9:00 am, but I'm off for two weeks, so I guess I can stay properly hydrated during the process. Lol. Thanks man. Can't wait to use this today

[@michaelcannon6305]

How many times are you going to say basically?

[@vickimannarino6117]

Jeez, i just got the Blackstone griddle, i want the Blackstoned one

[@GrillSergeant]

😂

[@ashurhinawer5864]

Why did you not mentioned canola oil? Compare to grape seed oil and avocado oil. Wouldn't canola be cheaper than grape seed oil or avocado oil and do the same job?

[@PCSbball]

Really helpful, also belly laughed at the priest joke haha

[@teacherjohnsadventure9550]

Just got my grill ...thanks for showing me the right way to season it...enjoy cooking...

[@michaeldehart648]

Blackstoned vs Blackstone???

[@GrillSergeant]

One is a legit company, the other a sticker I made at work. LOL

[@kosmicken]

This is a great video on what TO do, but you didn’t mention what NOT to do. And what’s with the circle and arrow on the knob in the thumbnail?

[@GrillSergeant]

Don't turn on the dial and burn your finger.

[@jjyemg2397]

When he opened the beer....I subscribed.

[@GrillSergeant]

Ha! Cheers! 🍻

[@KJfreshh69]

Never did tell what NOT TO EVER DO to the griddle.... or maybe I missed it... and I’m so confused on that griddle.. is that like an off brand Blackstone? Never seen that griddle before say “black&stoned”

[@GrillSergeant]

Kenbo To be fair it was kind of easy to miss but don’t season without gloves...I burned the crap out of my finger. The griddle is a Nexgen 2 burner but I made some joke stickers to cover the logo...

[@jimlandreth555]

I did this to my Blackstone several times over several days.

[@lila-qz6fz]

Can you use bacon fat instead of oil?

[@greentllc520]

What was the warning?

[@KevinCoop1]

Where did you get the Chinese knockoff grill? Not Blackstone, Black&Stoned?

[@zachlewis9451]

Nobody says anything about the "D" on the end? Hahahahaha Blackstoned!

[@GrillSergeant]

HA! Good eye man! lol

[@mattmeininger699]

Black & stoned it says. Wtf

[@luisbracamontes5698]

I saw that as well, but didn't think much of it. Hahaha it's probably a boot leg from an Asian Country.

[@mlferg]

First thing I noticed ... and began trying to figure out how to do it on mine!

[@tinybigbus1873]

@@GrillSergeant It's the first thing I saw when I click on the video. I might do that with mine.

[@I_am_the_big_dipper]

Love the BLACK&STONED logo!

[@GrillSergeant]

Ha! :)

[@ChrisJones-qw7bn]

I was wondering if that was a knockoff or what...hes neither black...nor stoned?

[@richardsmith4187]

And I will bet 9 out of 10 people never even noticed it LOL

[@joshc214]

@@richardsmith4187 That’s the only reason I clicked the video because I was trying to figure out what knock off this was but now I know it’s just a personalized logo 😂👏🏽

[@brizadflea]

Looking through the comments I thought I was the only one that seen it for a minute. lol

[@tonykari5124]

Just bought this and I can't fricking start it. WTH. I got the propane tank hooked up I see the spark sparking when I hit the auto start button but there's no flame. The knobs are on the flame/fire sign. What am I doing wrong here ????

[@Marty6192]

"Do NOT do this..." ... What? Don't burn your finger when working with a hot cooktop...got it 😆

[@johndoeswork]

The priest part killed me! “Wait no that’s kinda weird” 😂 💀

[@Duplexpine]

What about peanut oil?

[@markguyer5980]

What the hell kind of Temu grill are you using ? Black&Stoned…not a Blackstone ??

[@ronsanchez4366]

One guy said to season it then turn it off tried his way came out bad blackstone says to keep it on wait 15 minutes then apply another coat

[@drewdubik9863]

What about the sticky crap that’s on top when you take the plastic wrap off? How do you remove that?

[@BehindtheGarageBBQ]

Great information video! Had the 36, sold it ..have the 17 love it.. great for tailgating

[@GrillSergeant]

Awesome man! Cheers!

[@johncrystal7078]

Where did you get that grill with the black and red colors?

[@paulhubbs217]

Just watched your video....... I see you have a special edition griddle....{ BLACKSTONED} ..Nice.. Where can I get one of those? Mine has BLACKSTONE on it............................................................ Just curious.....

[@roncook5251]

you leave grill on? /

[@royallstar]

Why is it necessary to season the griddle?

[@GrillSergeant]

Because the oil bonds with the metal through a process called polymerization, creating a layer of seasoning. With regular use, your cast griddle will develop a strong, durable layer of seasoning that becomes more resistant to rust and more non-stick - it only gets better over time.

[@royallstar]

@@GrillSergeant that makes sense. Thanks a lot! Cheers!

[@bk6271]

It’s not necessary, just use it and it’ll season itself

[@trebanda9470]

Awesome video! I am very new to the griddle scene but I am trying to learn everything I can. I recently bought this griddle and the "pre season" is starting to peel off? Is that normal? Or is there something I should do?

[@GrillSergeant]

Tre Banda Time to reseason! :) Follow what’s in this video and you should be good to go! 🍻 Thanks for stopping by and hope to see you around! :)

[@johnclarke6647]

I see you only have never Sheff installed, too. The supports for my other side were formed exactly the opposite of that needed to mount one of the shelves. Two were formed, right, and the other two were formed wrong. The supports must face inward and two of mnebtie were and two of them were formed outward.

[@l7papichulo493]

How u gonna putt soap with water and only wipe you make no since's at all

[@Hill4More]

Always use Black Grill Brick and veg oil and use flat steal spatula to clean off. Work in a steak house

[@njgl2010]

First step, pour 3 fingers of Scotch. Next step, light a fine cigar. Last step, drink scotch and smoke cigar while admiring your beautiful new griddle!

[@GrillSergeant]

Ha! That works too!

[@KingBluto]

Great tip on seasoning of a flat-top griddle thank you for sharing

[@sephiroth7818]

Is that griddle from Wish or AliExpress?