How to Season a New Blackstone Griddle

How to season a new Blackstone griddle is probably the #1 question that new flat top grill owners have… You may be nervous about getting the seasoning process right or wondering what oil to use to season your griddle. Well, I’m here to help!
I’ve seasoned a TON of cast iron pieces and some other griddle brands as well, and this seasoning process works great every time.
Since your Blackstone griddle is brand new, you want to start by knocking down some of the higher points on the griddle surface (run your hand over it before you turn it on and you’ll see what I’m talking about). You can use a grill brick, but I just used some 120 grit sandpaper to knock off the high edges a bit from the surface.
Then, get a bowl of warm soapy water (dish soap is fine) and wash the surface of the griddle so that you’re starting with a clean surface before applying your seasoning.
Next, make sure that you use fresh water to rinse the soap off and then let the griddle dry completely.
And then it’s time to season your new Blackstone griddle! We used Crisco for this seasoning, but you can also use avocado oil, the Blackstone Seasoning and Cast Iron Conditioner, or most other oils.
We just applied about 1-2 tablespoons of Crisco to the pre-heated surface and used some long grill tongs and a few paper towels to evenly distribute the oil all over the griddle surface, and the inside and outside edges.
The key here is to apply MANY MINI (or thin) layers… We applied 5 layers of seasoning on our new Blackstone griddle.
Once you get the first coat of shortening or oil down, let it heat for about 5-10 minutes or until the smoke starts to die way down… You’ll notice that there is less smoke “rolling” off the surface of the griddle. Then, it’s time to apply another thin coat of your Crisco or oil using the tongs and paper towels, let it heat again until the smoke slows, and then apply another coat.
And then you’ve seasoned your new Blackstone and you’re ready for the first cook!
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0:00 Introduction
1:48 Use sand paper to create a smoother surface.
3:02 Clean the griddle surface with soap and fresh water.
4:19 griddle for approx 10-15 minutes.
5:33 Let's start seasoning your new Blackstone griddle.
6:43 Wait about 5-10 minutes or until the smoke slows down, then repeat.

[@cgilpin1000]

My 9 yr old son loves your videos! We watch them every night before his bedtime! He wanted me to let you know!

[@TheFlatTopKing]

That’s incredible. Much appreciated and tell him i said hi

[@brandonmatthews613]

My wife brought me a griddle for Xmas, and I plan to use your method. I have watched a few videos, and you were the first one to sand the top down. Make sense. Thank you, and I can't wait to season my griddle.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

just go light...dont over do it and bare down...just taking the evenness out...you can feel it with your hands

[@jayhemp00]

Just got my Blackstone today for Father's Day, and I'm so glad I found your video! I'm going to season mine tomorrow, got a fresh bottle of avocado oil in the pantry and some quality paper towels! I've watched 2 other videos and neither mentioned sanding down the peaks, thanks for that info.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Thanks Jay...I really belive in that process...it just helps make the seasoning faster...trust me when you run your hand across it you will feel the roughness

[@gregr9378]

Using your video on how to season my blackstone right now. Working great! Loved the tip on the light sanding before cleaning.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Great to hear!.....It really just speeds up the process..I swear by it...

[@darlsmith9108]

After watching your videos I bought a 22 inch black stone adventure ready flat top. Just finished watching your video and seasoning my griddle. You made it so easy with your video. I'm new to cooking on a flat top but look forward to it. Thanks for what you do.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

hey congratulations on getting one and welcome to the griddle family...reach out if we cna help

[@robindanza7758]

I'm seasoning my first griddle while I'm watching this. Thank you for your videos! I'm excited to start using mine

[@TheFlatTopKing]

hey thats great...reach out if we can help

[@sierramartinez4248]

I just seasoned my new blackstone tonight using these steps! I used Lard instead of crisco and it worked great! Thank you ❤

[@TheFlatTopKing]

You are so welcome!

[@michaelhepner2910]

Thank you for walking me through seasoning my first griddle yesterday. You took the stress out of my day.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

hey thats greatly appreciated....how did it go

[@michaelhepner2910]

@@TheFlatTopKing It went perfectly. I have been totally enjoying it. I binge-watched a whole ton of your videos!

[@user-uy7pm5lf1u]

Hey Neil, just seasoned my new 36 inch Blackstone following your directions using Crisco "five mini layers" and finishing off with avocado oil. It turned out perfect! I purchased the accessories you suggested and I cannot wait to start cooking some of your amazing looking meals. Many thanks for all of the great videos and tips.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Fantastic! Job well DONE>..thanks...

[@frankmarullo228]

Good video Neil,, I also used Crisco on my Blackstone when I first bought it . worked great for me ! Thank you Frank from montana... Gotta catch up on watching my videos I missed...

[@vacheshirvanian1333]

Great information. Perfect instruction, and answered my questions throughout the video. Nicely done young man. Keep em coming.

[@cedaroakfarm8596]

Good info, just did the 36 inch my kids gave me for father's day , first cook today. The tips are super.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Thanks

[@stephencorley7805]

Followed the FTK seasoning process to the letter, with excellent results. I now have many layers of seasoning on my blackstone. It’s completely nonstick and cleans up easy every cook. The quality of the food is next level too…whole other league! I’ve never had a bad cook on the flat top, and credit to FTK & his seasoning process, it totally works! I find his content to be exhaustive (which I like), and proven to be correct & proper.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Well I truly appreciate that....long winded for sure but just so many small detail that really make a difference when your new to something....thank you for the kind words...cheers

[@retiredguyadventures6211]

I just sanded down an old Lodge griddle I want to use over my camp stove. I sanded it down with a detail sander and re-seasoned it with Crisco Vegetable Shortening and it came out fantastic. I'm getting ready to buy a Blackstone 22" Adventure Ready Griddle and I will use the same detail sander on it as well. Thanks for the tip!

[@ToddB1]

I've watched a few different peeps seasoning griddles. Never saw anyone use sandpaper. That's actually a pretty good idea. Thanks Neil.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

yeah it really does help just knock off the unevenness on the surface and helps create a more smooth surface.

[@dn6514]

Honestly that's the purpose of the oil, to build up and create a smooth surface.

[@pmdoit]

I do the same with cast iron

[@ronlk46]

I just received my Masterbuilt Griddle Grill & Smoker. The heat range is from 150F - 700F. I will be doing a Burn-In to get rid of all the factory/manufacture’s oils. Is this sanding process you would also recommend for it’s Griddle? It’s a removable Griddle so you can Smoke & Grill while not using the Griddle.

[@earlcavenaugh6459]

Nice work Neil. Even a novice like me can follow your instructions with great results! Thanks!

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Thanks Earl. So easy i can do it. 😂😂😂😂

[@pauly0410]

Lol, My wife thought I was ruining my flat top during the initial seasoning. She didn't think it was suppose to turn that color. Now I can show her a video from someone she trust lol

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Hahahaaha. That’s funny. Dont get me in trouble. Remember the wives ate the boss.

[@user-mg9wm7dt1r]

Neil. I loved this video. I probably watched 5 times after getting my griddle (I've had it for 2 weeks) I got a little nervous when you suggested to sand it. While seasoning, all I could think about was that I sanded too much. But by my 5th seasoning, I could see the sand marks go away an knew I was good. I've watched a ton of your other cooking videos and decided to make smash burgers tomorrow as my first cook. A total rookie to this style of cooking but very excited. It looks like a lot more work than grilling but looking forward to all the possibilities. As a side note, you and Amy seem to be a great team/couple. The love for cooking and each other really shows. Look forward to future videos.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Hey I truly appreciate that...thank you

[@normy31]

So glad you have the Blackstone, looking forward to seeing your char & crust creations! Please do a bunch of content using the air fryers. Back to using your metal spatulas more often, you have a ton of those.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

HHAHAAH yea i have alot for sure. Now I also have wooden things as well. Forgot a bigger deck o need a bigger house Yeah i am looking foward to the new things as well plus comparing the 3

[@chrisinkansas1362]

I got the 28" model for fathers day and followed these easy steps and mine turned out perfect! Thanks for the video my friend, couldn't have been any easier!! 🤘🤙

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Hey that is great news...glad it was helpfull...

[@alfredoppel6911]

Love the sandpaper and washing with soap. Better than info than the other KZbin videos including the ones sponsored by black stone. Good info thanks

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Well thanks Alfred. I really appreciate that

[@firstdown80]

Absolutely right about paper towels. I use the blue shop paper towels.

[@justinduran9692]

Just seasoned my flat top with your method. I just used the Blackstone seasoning and conditioner. Seemed to have similar results to the Crisco. Flat Top King smash burgers tonight!

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Sounds great Justin....

[@jerryu6850]

Nice video and great job. You're on a roll with griddles...can't wait to see you season and cook on the new Loco griddle when you get one. Still very happy with my Camp Chef. Thanks.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Can't wait! Its on the list. I was told to get a gorllia grillz griddle as well. Who knows what tomorrow will bring

[@jakespencer8077]

Look forward to seeing your cooks on the BlackStone. I have seasoned my 36 twice using Crisco and Olive oil roughly seven coats. I also hit mine with a 4” grinder with a cup brush before each seasoning like I do with all of my cast iron. Smooth is better for me. Great video!!

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Thanks Jake. Can’t wait

[@cliffcross6487]

I am brand new to this. I purchased a blue rhino last night, and I just finished seasoning it. So in 2 hours I will be cooking my very first meal on it for my Dads 90th birthday 4-5-22 (and a Korean War vet). Brave aren't I. Thank You so much for your informative video's.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Hey brother I really appreciate that information. Hope it went well. If you haven’t followed me for a while I am also a vet. US NAVY. Tell him I said thanks for his service

[@cliffcross6487]

@@TheFlatTopKing Dinner turned out good. I have already learned some stuff, I think with time, and your experience (and videos). Dinners will turn out Great. Thanks & Blessings 🙌

[@toddstropicals]

Great video! I always appreciate informational videos and I'm sure I will be doing this down the road. After cooking on the smaller griddle my son got me which is awesome but I need a bigger one, hard to cook an entire meal on the small one.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Ain’t that the truth. Especially my size of plate. 😂

[@JediTim28]

After watching your videos for several months I finally had the opportunity today to season my 36" Blackstone. I followed your instructions and it came out perfect...using sandpaper really helped. I finished off with some onions and avocado oil. This week I will probably start with smash burgers and then several of the recipes you have videos on. Thanks again for everything you do for the community. Tim

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Really appreciate that Tim...glad to hear it went well...

[@jdeer2790]

Really well done(no pun) video. I just got my 22 inch Blackstone and am researching the seasoning process. I like the idea of hitting the surface with a light sanding. Even though I did this on my cast iron pans, I wouldn't have thought to do this on my flattop. Thanks!

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Glad it was helpful!

[@chriscarter7182]

I've had my Blackstone 22" for just about a week and I"m seasoning it with avocado oil. The first thing I did was to bless the surface with 80 grit sandpaper on my orbital sander. After 5 cycles of seasoning, I tried a piece of french toast on it this morning. it cooked very nicely in the center, "hot zone". I also used the remaining egg mix for scrambled eggs and as long as I was able to keep it in the "hot zone", the eggs did not stick to the surface! I going to try more seasoning for the griddle in the oven at 425 to extend the seasoning further out to the corners.

[@ddanf308]

Nice vid. I hadn't thought of seasoning the outside edges of the griddle; that just makes sense. 👍🏻 on the WWP.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Thanks 👍

[@christopherlarson7743]

This is what I love about your channel u r a master at your craft and u take the time to reach out to your viewers u have a subscriber for life happy saint paddy's day

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Much respect and welcome to the family. 👊🇺🇸

[@musicman195959]

Nicely done 👑. Very informative demonstration. Happy cooking on the new addition.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Thanks bud

[@MichaelBaiko]

Just got my Blackstone today! Thanks for the video, going to follow these directions!

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Awesome Mike...maybe check out my new blackstone video as well...I just seasoned it a different way

[@jaredbaratono897]

Very (!) good job. I know I’ve commented on being an old cast iron guy before. You have this down, 100%. My only thing to add, after seasoning a couple of Blackstone: If your color doesn’t uniform up, right away, it will. Neil got a very beautiful season on this one. It is a lack of heat uniformity. If is really bugs you, use a propane torch to heat cooler spots. They will mostly be on the outsides, and they will be identical looking in seconds. And just remember that the only trick to perfect iron cooking, is to do it all the time. You can’t ruin iron. Without a torch. 😀

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Thanks Jared, I was just watching someone else yesterday and he picked up the griddle top and turned it around and allowed the heat to hit the back area and i thought hum????

[@khrysbahr7590]

Thank you for the video just got my first flat top blackstone like the one you have. Just used this video to season it. Really appreciate the videos. Gonna make the cheese steaks you make next 😁

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Great to hear!...if this helps the steaks cook faster on this system than a normal grill

[@glennketcham7675]

Thank you! Just got the 36” and can’t wait to start cooking!!

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Awesome to hear...reach out if you need help

[@pmdoit]

It was your videos that got me interested in flat top cooking to enhance my summer cooking repertoire. It only makes sense that I would look up your seasoning video when it came time to season my first flat top. Thank you for all you're great ideas and most of all, thank you for your service!

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Hey now...thank you so much...really appreciate your support..

[@jonathanjackson8416]

Great info glad I found your channel, new Blackstone owner can't wait to check out more of your videos. Thanks man!

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Hey Im just as glad...hahahah thanks for hanging out...reach out if we can help

[@timfoster7979]

Great video!! When you sandpaper the top you may feel bumps from welds on the bottom defusers. I used a medium flat polish stone to work them out and also knocked the high points of sandblast off. Smooooth now. Just a tip.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Thanks for the info!

[@Keym78]

Regardless of race, religion, or politics, us fellas all unite when it comes to grilling and outdoor cooking! Nice video. I love the Wounded Warrior pullover too. I have a fleece blanket myself. Keep up the good work👍🏼 I have a nice portable 22" Blackstone griddle that includes a hood and a stand. I love it. In a few years, I might get a 4 burner from Pit Boss.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Hey I really appreciate that comment...i mean it...THANK YOU

[@Keym78]

@@TheFlatTopKing you're welcome! And thank you for taking the time to reply

[@UPSbulldog]

This is a great step by step video. The new flat top turned out great.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Glad you liked it!

[@awesomedave8484]

Awesome Griddle and seasoning job! We have this one and the 37" Blue Rhino (propane company) that we take camping. Love the Blue Rhino but if you air fry a lot then this one is a great complement to any outdoor space.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Haven’t even used it yet. Hahaha. Cant wait

[@awesomedave8484]

@@TheFlatTopKing I feel some air fryer YT Shorts coming on!

[@TheFlatTopKing]

@@awesomedave8484 absolutely

[@millie210]

@awesome Dave So does the air fryer feature work well on this model? Is it worth the extra money?

[@mikedelacruz3135]

Excellent step by step Neal!! Nice Blackstone Brotha, she’s a Butte ✊🏼🧐😍!! I cant wait to see the 1st cook. Cheers Y’all 👊🏼😎🤙🏼

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Cant wait. Thanks Mike. 🇺🇸👊

[@richardharrod378]

Thank you for this vide. I just got a little 22" blackstone. Will season mine tomorrow, only had time to go over it with 320 grit paper is what I had on hand before dark. I will be ready with the Crisco tomorrow. :) Hope to learn from your channel. Thank you

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Right on I appreciate that...reach out if we can help

[@teresacooper6646]

Outstanding teacher! I love your style.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Wow, thank you!....Much appreciated Teresa

[@chevy6969200]

I seasoned a #8 Griswold skillet your way. It worked great! Thank you!

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Hey thats awesome

[@tylerbeadle-follis3338]

Im getting the 1/2charcoal 1/2 griddle blackstone tomorrow and thank you for your video

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Hey thats awesome...cheers

[@robertstevens8289]

This is the Blackstone I have now I love it especially the air fryers, I think you will love it

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Awesome. hey do you have a problem with wind if so any pointers I have had some people reach out and ask

[@robertstevens8289]

@@TheFlatTopKing I do have wind guards only if I think I need them, I am setup my back porch not protected from wind, sometimes gets pretty windy so I put the guards on, I only use the side guards.

[@TheCajunNinja]

Yeaaaa bawwww!! I’m looking forward to cooks on this one. 👊🏻

[@TheFlatTopKing]

👊🇺🇸. Knocking the down one at a time.

[@joeyeckhoff4773]

I like your new flat top, it's similar to mind, I think you'll love the air fryers. Enjoy!!

[@TheFlatTopKing]

I think so too! Thanks Joey

[@TowMan127]

Thanks for the video. I have to scrape and clean my blackstone cause it’s a little rusty. I’ve struggled with seasoning it so I will try this method.

[@southpawMB]

My wife just got me my first Blackstone 36" and can't wait to put it together, get it seasoned, and get some food on it this weekend. Thanks for a GREAT tutorial! Gave me the confidence I need to tackle this job!

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Awesome MIke..cheers bud...

[@kimwimberly6902]

Thank you bud. very thorough and I got mine done right the first time !

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Awesome...thanks for commenting...

[@ericwebster1033]

I just put together my Blackstone 28. Followed your method for seasoning, except I used Canola oil instead of Crisco - it's what I had in the pantry. I used avocado oil for the last "cool down" or maintenance coat. Avocado oil is going to be the oil of choice for cooking on the flat top. Thanks for the videos and it is on to Smash Burgers tomorrow for the first cook. I better study up on your videos.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Sounds great bud...we definitely have tons of great smash burger videos...both by how tos and actual recipes

[@anthonylewis1980]

Just a tip try macadamia nut oil from species nutrition it's available on Amazon you will never use a better or healthier oil

[@GBRJosh]

This ages well. Using it for my new Flat Rock. Thanks!

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Absolutely....thank you

[@markgilbert9769]

Great video. Thank you for what you do.

[@catherineharris27]

Grape seed oil is great to use as well 👍! Great video!

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Absolutely.

[@katiemonk5609]

Great video! Had a friend send to me and will be trying this method on my new Blackstone asap. :)

[@tomdyer4563]

Seasoning mine today. Thanks for the help!!

[@TheFlatTopKing]

You are so welcome!

[@tomdyer4563]

@@TheFlatTopKing It worked perfectly. Starting with some smashburgers for the initial cook tonight.

[@turb0z]

Thank you for this - going to try this tonight on my brand new blackstone 36" griddle!

[@mbaker825]

The sandpaper definitely helps. I just seasoned my new Blackstone last night and did not sand the griddle and it was destroying my paper towels until the 3rd round of seasoning.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

yeah...its just the initial rough spots and saves ya for sure...but just cook and season and your will be good to go in no time

[@ShaneGraham057]

Thanks for this video - it helped quite a bit when seasoning my new griddle. One thing to note though - While it is quite alright to use a paper towel, DO NOT use the 'Blue Shop Towels'. They WILL come apart and give you unwanted bits of PT on your griddle. (Ask me how I know) Once I ditched those and went with my store bought Bounty paper towels, it was smooth sailing. (Or should I say, seasoning) :)

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Thanks for the info!

[@alans6767]

I have re-watched a few of these seasoning videos but I am looking for the one where you talk about how your first cook should be a "loose" cook, thanks. I just got a Blackstone On The Go 22" today and am looking forward to my first cook

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Not sure I know what a loose cook is....?

[@kcompton1983]

Thanks for the info! I just bought my husband the 17” for Father’s Day and we will also use it while camping! A much larger one is in the works after we build our new back deck next month!

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Awesome news....

[@r.j.leclair7270]

Great job. Really appreciate the help.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Absolutely....thanks for commenting...

[@patiocooking]

Great video!! I love the Blackstone

[@TheFlatTopKing]

We shall see. Cant wait 👊🇺🇸

[@crzycolchris]

ayyee my man! About to take mine outta the box and season for the 1st time. This is going into my favorites and i'm gonna sub!

[@TheFlatTopKing]

right on...hope all is well....thanks for the sub

[@jimmydoyle1613]

Looking forward to your opinion on the airfryer. I am looking to upgrade to that same griddle. Never thought of the sandpaper. Thanks!

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Me too. Maybe chicken nuggets for the girls. HHAHA

[@thomasforrester370]

I got to where I season my cast iron pan every time I cook with them& haven't had any problem with food sticking and it just scrapes off easy and easy cleanup

[@michaels4883]

Good video King, very much how I cleaned and seasoned mine when I got it last September. I got the Blackstone seasoning conditioner (probably Crisco in their packaging), but I also use avocado oil, it's heathier than some oils and has a high heat point. So, after you get playing with this new tool (lol - it's a toy, admit it!) love to see a video on cooking with the air fryers! Just a though.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Agree on oils. I use avocado oil in all my cooks. I also have a video on how to season cast iron with avocado oil. I also agree it’s a toy. No doubt. Lastly I completely agree i want to cook with air fryers as well. Definitely a game changer

[@vpelleri1]

Thank you! I needed this info!

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Glad it was helpful!

[@kevinmacbeth5169]

I like the sand paper trick for the first time. “Many mini layers” lol. 😝

[@TheFlatTopKing]

It really does help just knock off the unevenness and creates a much smoother surface to start with

[@billyhaney5002]

Great information thanks for sharing.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Thanks for watching!

[@Tripledoffroadbbq]

Glad to know I’m not the only one using paper towels hell been using em on cast iron for years

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Absolutely.....i literally laugh when people tell me how NOT to use em...

[@TheBBQKEEPER]

Thank you for your videos! I have watched several different channels, and by far I have learned valuable information from you. Appreciate that you include your wife's suggestions as well. I do not feel like I am wasting my time. Well organized and easy to follow. Not jumping back and forth to one person talking over the other. Well done! So, here is my question. Looking to purchase my first griddle. My wife and I have five children and we are planning to use the griddle quite often. What would you recommend? I have watched the reviews pros/cons. What is your go to griddle? The first one that comes to mind? Appreciate your input! Keep the videos coming!

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Hey Seth...truly appreciate that...Well my favorite as of today is the Traeger....but it is only a 3 burner...BUT it is a big 3 burner.....With a growing family size will matter....I do feel like its big enough BUT you may want a 4 burner...then that changes everything...Weber is incredible for lower temps...Halo...is harder to work but also has experience high temps to work with if needed...Blackstones are hit and misses...depending on the year and model....Camp Chef is extremely solid...loved mine...

[@TheBBQKEEPER]

@@TheFlatTopKing Solid advice! Exactly what I was hoping for. Thank you!!

[@itsdakotareier]

Awesome! I’d love to see a camp chef vs blackstone comparison video once you’ve gotten used to the new flat top.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

That is already in the works. Plus the pitboss as well. Looking forward to it

[@ryana3991]

I'll also be waiting on this video since I'm currently researching different flat tops. I'm still drawn to the Camp Chef for some reason, but I'll hold off until I hear your take on the Blackstone. Awesome videos FTK!

[@vickisterkenburg8748]

❤Did what you said and it worked great.

[@waynethebarber1095]

Was that a metal dog food bowl that you used for the water? I use them too. There great for bringing your food out to the griddle and then you can use it as a cover to steam your food. They're cheap and they work great and you can get them at your grocery store!!! Plus, you once asked if anyone bought their thermal gun before they had gotten a griddle top, I did! I used it to see what temperature my cast iron skillets were. Thanks for all you do your videos are great and thank you for your service to our country!!!!

[@TheFlatTopKing]

hahhahaahha great eye...and you 100 percent correct...easy and cheap and takes a beating..thanks for mentioning my service

[@theokiestoner5046]

Just got my first flat top today and your video helped out sooooo much man thank you!!!im a big over thinker so I’m kind of worried that I didn’t season it enough/properly but I cooked burgers on it for the first cook and it went great!

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Awesome

[@woodovenboston]

beautiful job!!

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Thank you...

[@mikedelacruz3135]

Going back to this 1 so i can do it correctly brotha! 👊🏼😎🤙🏼

[@TheFlatTopKing]

You can do it!

[@tasiadiz]

Bring back the Crisco ! That’s how I’m gonna Season mine! Thanks!

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Make me think about the song,,,,,this is how we do it...ahhhahaha

[@wolfbane4711]

As usuale a great knowledgeable. video😃

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Ty

[@robertmccall5159]

You are going to need a bigger deck! What a dilemma you now have. What flat top to cook on today? Thanks for the channel and FB page. Have used my new camp chef several times. You keep giving me new ideas. Keep them coming.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Thanks Robert. Yeah no doubt its getting busy here. i think I will really like the set up to compare the back and forths with them

[@Markomyt1]

Great content - Thanks

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Ty for watching

[@jbarres80]

Literally just got some seasoning my new BS and after i made couple cheese quesadillas 🤙🏼

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Heck yeah....good way to start....

[@jaybooth4815]

Really great and informative video Neal! You’re gonna need a bigger patio..lol. Congratulations on hitting that 18K subscribers! Cheers brother!

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Thanks Jay. I laughed forger the bigger deck i need a bigger house after i just got more utensils for my Pit Boss. HAHHAHA

[@jaybooth4815]

At least it’s not snow covered as it was a few days ago….lol

[@TheFlatTopKing]

@@jaybooth4815 Ain't that the truth

[@genemcgrath4931]

Thank you for this video your griddle is basically the same as mine but I got a Sam's club knock off of yours and now that'll help me get it prepared for when I am ready to use it!!! Again thank you for your help have a great day!!!

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Glad I could help

[@anoceanbetweenus89]

Wish I would have watched this before I Cooked my first meal on it lol. I’m such a noob. I knew I should have seasoned it as soon as my pancakes were sticking to it terribly.

[@stevenkendall]

I love your top! I am a Wounded Warrior.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

First thanks for your Service...thanks for commenting...cheers

[@alans6767]

Just a note, I have an abundance of sandpaper being a woodworker, if you can get a sanding sponge it makes it much easier to keep it even. That is what I used when I did mine.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Oh great idea....

[@vincentwilson6165]

Would a green scratch pad do ???

[@realtorrodriguez]

Thank you! Seasoning mine now and really enjoyed your video. Do you season before and after each cook?

[@TheFlatTopKing]

I believe in 3 ways....before during and after... sometimes when not a lot of food is being cooked and is less messy you can just add oil to the parts not being cooked and still season while cooking..

[@treyfrick3569]

Hey king, just picked up a BS 36in and thank you so much for your vids. I seasoned last night and checking this afternoon, I have great color in the middle but several places around the outside 2-3 inches I have very tacky, sticky coverage. Will those areas eventually season up fine or do I need to scrape back down and start seasoning all over again on those areas? Used the crisco after sanding, washing and rinsing. Thanks.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

no just keep cooking...try cooking the heck of of onions....keep moving around and bring the heat to the outside parts that are sticky... you could put on low and keep on longer as well.. the sticky tells us that the oil didn’t have a chance to burn off

[@twindad824]

Great video

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@mystacon]

Just seasoned mine and it’s looking good. Thanks for the video. The corners are being a little stubborn but I’m assuming that’ll change over time?

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Most will...mine is the new one and its having a very hard time....but it does seem like most will

[@brianmerritt4376]

I like your Wounded Warrior shirt.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

TY

[@KelVarnsen9]

Finally! Haha. I saw that thing sitting in the background and kept waiting for the unveiling. How was it getting all those stickers off? Looking forward to your future cooks.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Surprisingly really easy. Ill tell ya the Pit Boss was a nightmare.

[@user-qs2vy9ht6w]

You're the man! I've been watching your videos for days not. So you put on the last coat of oil, and then it is ready for the next cook? Do I need to oil the surface again before I cook or is it good to go since I greased it up already. Does that make sense?

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Well that kinda just depends on what you are cooking...yes and no...that really depends many factors...the last coat is more for rust prevention....more than anything

[@warrenwest311]

Although I am greatly impressed with the Pit Boss, I ultimately purchased the exact Blackstone you have and love it. We use the air fryers A Lot. I am surprised that no Pit Boss reviewer questions the longevity of the ceramic surface or the lost of griddle surface due to that grease hole. One thing about a cast iron surface it will last.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

Oh i have questions definitely but how long will it last takes time. That to now is the biggest question. I have a solution to one problem already. So now its down to longevity. Absolutely pumped about the blackstone. Im excited about the air fryer as well. Do you cook on your griddle than melt cheese in there.

[@warrenwest311]

@@TheFlatTopKing never melted cheese in the fryer, I close the lid for cheese melting. It’s great for Hamburger night. Hamburger on the flat top, fries in the fryers, warm buns in the warming bin, wife makes coleslaw. Although I have tried smash burgers, and press my own Burgers nothing beats the convenience of Sam’s Club frozen 1/3 pounders and when cooked on Flat Top they are very juicy and good. Add your hamburger sauce some cheese, lettuce, tomato and red onions and it’s better and bigger than any fast food and most every restaurant.

[@warrenwest311]

@@TheFlatTopKing BTW when I see you use the plastic tools on the Pit Boss it looks very unprofessional for flat top cooking. I like a steel spatula that I can chop up meat, dice chicken, make cheese steak and cut sandwiches in half. In the indoor kitchen I always get lectured on using the correct non metal on our non stick cookware, outside on the flat top or bbq grill it’s my kitchen and I want real metal tools.

[@warrenwest311]

One recommendation have your wife be the one to cook on the Pit Boss. 1. Showing the Pit Boss is newbie friendly 2. She will bring up common newbie questions and mistakes you could address while filming or in post edit. 3. Not too many women doing flat iron videos Her KZbin channel flat top queen, she does look and sound good on video.

[@lucabrasi5070]

First, thank you for your service. And thank you for this video. I just won a 36 inch Blackstone griddle at a fundraiser and am seasoning it this weekend. I’ve been watching many videos and reading articles on the seasoning process. This was very helpful. I did do the sanding already thanks to your video and probably did a bit more than you did, but I’m like that. I like the Crisco idea, but I don’t have any. I do, however, have grape seed and avocado oils for cooking. So I’m going to do a few coats of grape seed oil first. If there are any areas in the front not black, I’ll turn the griddle around. Then a couple coats of avocado oil to finish. I’ll follow your advice about preheating slowly and avoid warping. I’m really enjoying all of your other videos as well. I love to cook and am really looking forward to having fun with this griddle. It’s my first.

[@TheFlatTopKing]

great start to a new beginning..thanks for the support

[@lucabrasi5070]

Did it today and it came out awesome. Thanks for all the useful info.