How to Season a New 36-inch Blackstone Griddle

In this tutorial video, Matt Hussey teaches you how to season a new 36-inch Blackstone Griddle with the Omnivore Griddle Plate. The step-by-step process includes cleaning the griddle, applying the Griddle Seasoning & Cast Iron Conditioner, heating the griddle, and repeating the process multiple times. The Omnivore Griddle Plate is the industry's most advanced griddle plate technology, with best-in-class heat distribution and built-in wind guards. By the end of the video, you will have all the information you need to properly season your new Blackstone Griddle with the Omnivore Griddle Plate and cook delicious meals.

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[siera]

Just seasoned my first blackstone following these instructions! I’ll be honest don’t expect the top corners to be as black as the rest of the griddle. With that being said this is still a great method! Blackstone FTW

[andygarman]

Hey brother. I appreciate your videos. I’ve wanted a blaskstone for years and my wife just bought me one for my 40th birthday. I was very anxious that I was gonna mess something up, but you helped me out a lot! Big fan and appreciate your attitude and helpfulness.

[TrinityFD]

My bro-in-law and I just bought our griddles yesterday. Now watching your video to learn the right way to season my Blackstone.
Thanks for the coaching!!!

[MrSilenthustla]

Seasoning right now as I type this. I was prepared to add the blackstone conditioner and do what every other seasoning videos says to do, but I was fortunate to watch this right before I did it. Your method of turning it off and applying an even layer before turning it on again makes more sense. And I don’t have to rush to get all the surface applied with the conditioner. Thank you.

[deangregg]

Hey Matt, been watching for years. I have to say I was about to get rid of my 36” Blackstone because I could never get the seasoning right. Your method changed everything! I did my first cook since re-seasoning tonight (your pork chop recipe from the old house!) and, MAN, it’s a completely different griddle! Thank you, sir, your method made all the difference.

[stevebusby]

Original post 6/30/2024: Thank you for this! I got my 36" Blackstone several years ago and seasoned it with it on high all the time because that's the way it was shown to be done at that time. I remember being bothered by the griddle smoking as soon as I applied the seasoning and wondered if that was normal. That also made it hard to apply without it pooling up and burning before I had a chance to spread it thin. Your way of letting the griddle cool down before applying coats makes much more sense. I hadn't used my griddle for a long time and the entire surface became heavily rusty. I spent a couple of hours sanding it all down with four different grits of sandpaper to a bare metal smooth surface (including the inside and outside of the walls). Now I'm getting ready to re-season it in time for the Fourth of July. This time I'm going to use your method. Thanks again! Happy Fourth to you and yours!

Edited 7/2/2024: Yesterday, I spent about 2-1/2 hours re-seasoning my griddle with five coats following your process. The results were amazing, so much better than the first time around several years ago! I wish I could attach pictures. During the process, I took a digital laser thermometer and took temperatures of nine different zones of the griddle (three across the back, three across the middle, and three across the front). I found there was up to a 100-degree difference between the middle and the edges, especially the right side edge (this is not an Omnivore griddle). This may be due in part to the wind coming from that side. I did my best to put a tarp up as a wind screen, which helped some. So that side is a little lighter than the rest of the griddle, but now I know where to put food that I want to keep warm! I'm now ready for the Fourth and beyond!

[kcopmm]

Received a Blackstone today for Christmas. Looking forward to seeing it up and following this seasoning advice!

[Squiggllyduke]

Matt! I cleaned your gutters with DIV me and William. Now I must say your video is helping me season my griddle haha. You’re the man!

[fredingram]

Hey Matt, really appreciate the insight and hints. Not to mention step by step instructions. Just laid down the first coat. While I'm waiting. Decided to write you a comment and thank you bud. I have a smoke and a grill. Now the griddle is latest addition. Looking forward to trying it. After 3 thin layers applied and spray. Thanks again and have a blessed day bud.

[Mikey-vtto]

You make it look so easy. Just waiting for my new 28” black stone grill to arrive. I can’t wait. I’m like a kid the night before Christmas. Thanks for this video on how to season it. I’ll definitely use your tips and tricks. I’m looking forward to watching more of your videos.

[deanproctor]

I absolutely love cooking on my Blackstone. Cooks everything with far less pans to wash. 🤙🏻

[tracymcmillen]

Hi Matt! Thank you for your tutorial! We just bought our 36" yesterday. I'm seasoning it right now!

[cruisingmimi]

Starting the process for the July 🎉4th weekend. Excellent instructions for the beginner! I plan on being a Blackstone lifer!

[BradleyBrazelton]

I just bought my first 36 blackstone I've cooked many different ways smokers, pitboss, homemade cookers etc. This is my first self owned griddle and I wasn't sure how to season it but thought it was similar to cast iron appreciate your video look forward to seeing more of your videos!

[Snowolf]

Thanks Matt from Myrtle Beach. Ours comes on the 22nd. Cant wait to start cooking. Appreciate you brother.

[gosman]

So different than most people. Most get the grill piping hot, then apply a high temperature oil, let it burn off. Keep it hot, add more oil, etc etc.

[leannhust]

Getting mine seasoned up today. So glad I found this video!

[alvertmills]

Thanks for the tips. My blackstone looks fantastic

[bobbicatton]

That griddle conditioner has worked fabulously for me, and I find it easier than oil to apply the right amount👍😊

[janieharston]

My husband just purchased one today, can’t wait to cook on it! Thanks for the advice on how to season it..