Electric Skillet Basics
Uses
Electric skillets can be used in a variety of ways. They can be used to sautee foods, to grill steaks, and even to stir fry. A large electric skillet can also be used to prepare several dishes at once. Some skillets are designed to be cooler near the sides, which gives a cook more flexibility. food can be seared in the middle and finished off to one side.
One of the more interesting possibilities with an electric skillet is steam cooking. Add a few drops of water and put a metal cover over a dish while it cooks. It will cook faster and heat more evenly, and not dry out while it cooks.
Maintenance
All electrical cooking devices will eventually burn out, and there isn't a lot you can do about it. In addition, most electric skillets don't have surfaces that can be replaced, so be careful not to scratch yours. Use wood or plastic spatulas, and keep your skillet clean, dry and free of bumps and jolts that can shake the electronics loose. Because they can not be stuck in a dishwasher, electric skillets require more care than many post and pans. Clean yours off as soon as it cools down using a damp cloth or sponge.