Season new stainless rig grates?

dsmith · June 2011

I just received my XL rig and am smoking some ribs tomorrow for Father's Day. Do I need to season the stainless steel grates, and, if so, how? (My concern is not for the cook tomorrow necessarily but for longevity of the grate. I did not season main main egg grate when i got it and have had no issues over many cooks in 7 months.)

Thanks,

2Fategghead · June 2011

Cook on it straight out of the box you will be fine. Have a great rib cook.

Mickey · June 2011

Do what Tim said.

leeflash · June 2011

I would spray a little non stick spray and cook.

PhilsGrill · June 2011

Seasoning with salt and pepper is all that is needed. Have fun.

Capt Frank · June 2011

No need to season stainless, in fact, I'm not sure you can season it

dsmith · June 2011

Thanks for the info.

RRP · June 2011

The only seasoning I do with any new item coming in contact with food the first time is to wash it in hot water with soap. There is always a chance "Artie Assembler" or "Phil Packager" just got back from the restroom before handling your grate! LOL - I doubt the factory has a sign reading "All employees must wash there hands before returning to the line!"

Seriously though there's a chance there is some manufacturing oil residue or such so why not wash it, but seasoning per se - no need!

Season new stainless rig grates?

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