What to Cook in a Reversible Double Grill Griddle
By Viking Culinary Products | Published: 2026-10-27
Category: How-to Guides
Discover the best foods for your reversible double grill griddle, from breakfast classics to dinner favorites, plus tips to avoid common cooking pitfalls.
Quick answer
A reversible double grill griddle excels at cooking pancakes, eggs, bacon, burgers, grilled cheese, and vegetables, using the flat side for even heat or the ridged side for sear marks and fat drainage.
Why choose a reversible double grill griddle
This pan covers two cooking surfaces in one tool: the flat side works like a traditional griddle for foods that need even contact, while the ridged side mimics an outdoor grill. The raised ridges lift food above grease, which is helpful for bacon or fatty meats, but can make flipping delicate items like pancakes tricky if you use the wrong side.
Because it spans two burners, you get a large cooking area without needing multiple pans. The cast iron construction retains heat well, but it also means the pan is heavy and takes time to preheat evenly.
What not to cook on a reversible griddle
Avoid very wet or acidic foods like tomato sauce or citrus-marinated proteins for long periods, as they can strip seasoning from cast iron. Also skip foods that need deep oil frying—the pan is shallow and oil can spill over the edges.
Diagnosis: common reversible griddle cooking problems
- Symptom: food sticks to the surface: Likely cause: pan not hot enough before adding food. Corrective action: preheat the griddle on medium heat for 5–7 minutes until a drop of water sizzles on contact. Use a thin layer of oil or butter before cooking. Always preheat fully before adding ingredients.
- Symptom: uneven browning or burnt spots: Likely cause: hot spots from uneven burner output or overcrowding the pan. Corrective action: rotate the griddle halfway through cooking and leave space between items. Use the flat side for delicate foods like eggs. Leave room between pieces and rotate the pan.
- Symptom: food slides or drips off the ridged side: Likely cause: using the ridged side for small or loose items like diced vegetables or shredded cheese. Corrective action: switch to the flat side for those foods. The ridged side works best for larger cuts like chicken breasts or burgers. Use the ridged side only for substantial items that won't fall through.
Product facts
- Viking Cast Iron 20-Inch Reversable Grill/Griddle Pan: Includes 20-Inch Reversible Grill/Griddle Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Matte Finish Cast Iron Handles Safe up to 400°F/204°C Hand Wash Only Limited Lifetime Warranty The pre-seasoned finish means you can start cooking right away without seasoning, but the 400°F limit means you cannot use it for high-heat searing of thick steaks.
Viking Cast Iron 20-Inch Reversable Grill/Griddle Pan
