But simplicity doesn’t mean you could let maintenance fall by the wayside.
Improper cleaning can also cause lingering smells and tastes of other food.
A consistently clean grill top only needs to be seasoned before and after each use.
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This will loosen the leftover food remnants and make cleaning easier.
Use your scraper again to work on removing the remaining food.
Let the Grill Cool Before Adding Oil
Turn down the heat and let the grill cool down.
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Once cool, add a few tablespoons of cooking oil over the surface of the flat top grill.
Spread thinly with a paper towel.
However, be careful and do not scrape too hard and damage the surface.
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Repeat from step one if there is still food remaining.
Covering the flat top grill properly will prevent it from being ruined by weather elements and harsh sunlight.
Wipe off the liquid and gunk with a clean rag.
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Yes, you might use some liquid dish soap and water to clean a flat top grill.
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