How to clean the grill's cooking grate The Cooking grate is one of the most important parts of your BBQ.Because it is in direct contact with your food, the Grill Grate has a big impact on the food you grill, both visually and flavorfully.Not only do they help with heat transfer and help you get that perfect grill trace you dream of, they can also add flavor to food - though not always the flavor you want, especially if the grill is dirty. Knowing when to clean your grill grates and how to do it properly can help greatly extend the life of your grill and improve overall grilling results. Belowing are how to clean stainless steel cooking grate. Stainless steel grates are the least prone to rust, but that doesn't mean they're immune to corrosion.Follow these steps to clean the stainless steel cooking grill: Carefully line the grill with a sheet of heavy aluminum foil, then heat the grill to about 500 degrees and bake for 15 minutes.The foil concentrates heat and helps burn any particles that stick to the food. Cool the grill and brush with nonmetallic bristles to remove food scraps.Avoid steel wool, which can scratch the stainless steel surface and create a rusty entrance. If there is any hard food and grease left over, sprinkle the grate with baking soda and spray the baking soda with white vinegar.Once the mixture is frothy, scrub it gently with a barbecue brush.For foods that are particularly prone to sticking, you can also try soaking the grill in hot water, soaking it in dish soap for 1-2 hours or overnight, and scrubbing it with a strong scrub pad. Once cleaned, rinse them with clean water and let them dry completely before returning them to the grill. Stainless steel grilles do not need to be seasoned as much as cast iron grilles - simply clean and grill!That said, applying a thin coat of oil to the grate or to the food itself will prevent the food from sticking to the grate.
