Teppanyaki How To

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how to use your teppanyaki

To help you get the most out of your Teppanyaki, we’ve broken it down into three simple steps—preparation, cooking and cleanup. Follow these easy tips to make the whole experience even better.

Step One

preparation

1. Before you start cooking, ensure that there is air flow in the room to prevent odors and oily smoke from building up. Opening a window and turning on a ventilation fan is a good idea, circulating the air toward the window is also effective.

2. Set the clad plate to the appropriate temperature for cooking and reduce oily smoke. Use the table below as a guide to set the clad plate to the appropriate temperature for your food. Cooking at the optimal temperature will reduce excess oil smoke. (If you are unsure of the appropriate temperature, try 400°F.)

3. Once the temperature is selected, the light near the temperature control dial will blink to indicate it is heating up. When the blinking stops and the light stays on, it is ready for use.

Temperature Cooking Example
430°F Japanese BBQ, Yakisoba*
400°F Beef Steak, Okonomiyaki (Kansai), Seafood/Vegetable Sauté, Burger
360°F Chicken Steak, Okonomiyaki (Hiroshima), Gyoza, Garlic Rice*
320°F Pancakes, Crepes

* Approximate cooking temperature when using Griddle & Cover (sold separately)

In addition to basic utensils like spatulas and chopsticks, it’s helpful to have a small piece of folded kitchen paper on hand. You can use it to wipe off moisture or excess oil from ingredients while cooking. Tongs also come in handy—they let you do this without touching the plate directly. Having a small trash can nearby for used kitchen paper is also convenient.

Step Two

cooking tips

wipe away oil and moisture to reduce smoke

Wipe away moisture and oil frequently during heating to reduce smoke and oil splatter for more delicious grilling.

remove charring early

Make sure oil is well blended into the clad plate before cooking to prevent charring. If you see burn marks on the clad plate, quickly scrape them off with a spatula to minimize smoke and burnt smells. Frequent scraping will also ensure that the proper temperature is maintained throughout the cooking process and the food tastes even better.

When taking a break between cooking, turn the temperature control dial to OFF.

use the grease tray

Burnt or unused food scraps can be dropped into the grease tray. Whenever possible drop them on your side of the tray so that they are less visible to guests facing you. The grease tray can be removed from the main unit and washed.

Step Three

cleanup tips

Be sure the unit is turned off and unplugged before cleaning. Use the included spatula to scrape off any burnt residue. Then, holding both side handles, lift the clad plate straight up and remove it from the unit. Use a metal scrubber to clean the top surface of the plate. Wash the top surface of the clad plate thoroughly, and clean the underside gently.

Important: Do not use a metal scrubber on the handles or the underside—use a soft sponge instead.

Note: The clad plate retains heat, so ensure it has fully cooled before handling.

After use, unplug the power cord from the outlet. Wipe the main unit with a cloth dampened with neutral detergent and wrung out well. Remove the oil tray and wash it using a soft sponge and neutral kitchen detergent. The spatula should also be cleaned with a sponge and neutral detergent.

If the table or floor around the cooking area gets dirty, use a cloth soaked in baking soda water to remove any stickiness or odors. After wiping, be sure to dry the surface thoroughly.

The clad plate is made of rust-resistant stainless steel, so there’s no need to oil it after washing. Bundle the power cord neatly and store the unit on a flat surface. If you have our Teppanyaki Storage Bag, you can store it upright.