Previously, grill pans were only used by chefs in restaurants. Now any housewife can afford to buy one; grill pans are not much more expensive than their classic counterparts.
It is necessary
- - grill pan;
- - butter;
- - water;
- - spatula or brush;
- - products.
Instructions
Step 1
Choose the shape of your grill pan that suits your needs best. They are round, oval, square, or rectangular. Some are similar to waffle makers - they have not only a grooved bottom, but also the same lid. The ribbed barbecue grill evenly distributes the heat and allows you to cook with little to no oil.
Step 2
Find the right material. Due to its thick walls, the cast iron grill pan allows you to cook very aromatic, rich dishes. However, it is heavy, takes a long time to warm up and is difficult to wash. A Teflon-lined frying pan heats up and cleans quickly, but requires special care. It scratches easily. In such a grill pan, food is not always fried evenly and sometimes burns. So far, a ceramic-coated grill pan is considered the best option.
Step 3
When frying, use a minimum of oil. They only need to lightly smear the protruding bottom strips that will come into contact with the food. It is best to use a grill brush or silicone spatula for this. There are also special devices such as spray guns for spraying oil. You can add a little water to the oil.
Step 4
Grill meats, fish, seafood, vegetables, cheese and toast in a grill pan. All this food is cooked faster than in a regular frying pan, it is fried with high quality and, as a result, it turns out to be more useful. It is enough to fry the vegetables on both sides for 5-10 minutes, sprinkling with salt and spices beforehand. The fish should be cooked a little longer, and it must be done very carefully - after all, it can fall apart (the best option for grilling is cod and salmon). You can even make pizza with the grill pan!
