INSTRUCTION BOOKLET Recipe Booklet Reverse Side Cuisinart® Griddler® GR-4N For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.
Important SafeguardS 1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS. 2. Do not touch hot surfaces; use handles or knobs. 3. To protect against fire, electric shock, and injury to persons, DO NOT IMMERSE CORD OR PLUG in water or other liquids. 4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children. 5. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning appliance. 6.
2 INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of the Cuisinart® Griddler®. This product is actually five appliances in one. A hinged, floating cover and one set of removable and reversible cooking plates turn the Griddler® into a contact grill, panini press, full grill, full griddle, or half grill/half griddle. Dual temperature controls and indicator lights make this product easy to use. Dishwasher-safe plates, integrated drip tray and a cleaning/scraping tool make cleanup fast and easy.
Contact Grill Use the Griddler as a Contact Grill to cook burgers, boneless pieces of meat and thin cuts of meat and vegetables. ® The Contact Grill function works best when you want to cook something in a short amount of time or when you are looking for a healthy method of grilling. When cooked on the contact grill, food will cook quickly because you are grilling both sides of the food at the same time.
With the Full Grill, you have double the surface area (200 sq. inches) for grilling. You have the option of cooking different types of foods on separate plates without combining their flavors, or cooking large amounts of the same type of food. assembly instructions The Full Grill also accommodates different cuts of meat with varying thicknesses, allowing you to cook each piece to your liking. Closed Position – Upper plate/cover rests flat on lower plate/base.
up to create one large cooking surface. The Griddler® is in this position when it is used as a Full Grill, Full Griddle, or Half Grill/Half Griddle. To adjust the Griddler® to this position, locate the hinge release lever on the right arm. With your left hand on the handle, use your right hand to slide the lever toward you. Push the handle back until the cover rests flat on the counter. The unit will stay in this position until you lift the handle and cover to return it to the closed position.
If you intend to use the Griddler® as a Full Griddle, turn the Griddle control to the desired temperature for cooking. Settings range from 200°F to 425°F. If you intend to use the Griddler® as a Half Grill/Half Griddle, you may use either the grill/panini temperature or the griddle temperature. If you intend to use the Griddler® as a Half Grill/Half Griddle, but you do not need the entire surface, use the bottom plate.
Press the plate release buttons to remove plates from the housing. Be sure that the plates have cooled completely before handling (at least 30 minutes). The cooking plates can be washed in the dishwasher. Do not use metallic objects such as knives or forks for cleaning. Do not use a scouring pad for cleaning; the nonstick coating can be damaged. If you have been cooking seafood, wipe the cooking plate with lemon juice to prevent seafood flavor transferring to the next recipe.
Your Cuisinart® Griddler® has been manufactured to the strictest specifications and has been designed for use with the authorized accessories and replacement parts. This warranty expressly excludes any defects or damages caused by accessories, replacement parts, or repair service other than those that have been authorized by Cuisinart. This warranty does not cover any damage caused by accident, misuse, shipment or other ordinary household use. This warranty excludes all incidental or consequential damages.
Meat Preparation Suggested Grilling Temperatures and Times Cut into ½-inch thick slices. Portobello mushrooms High, 6 to 7½ minutes when grilling in the closed position. If using the flat position, cook on High for 7 to 8 minutes per side. About ¾-inch thick to 1-inch thick. Fish steaks (sword, tuna, salmon/boned) Sear, in the closed position, 2 to 2½ minutes. If grilling in the flat position, sear for 1 to 2 minutes per side. Shell and devein. Dry well.
Cooking Guide and Food Temperature Chart Following are suggested grilling times for the Griddler ®, using the grill side of the plates in the closed position. Times are approximate and will vary with temperature of items being grilled. Only boneless poultry, meat and seafood should be grilled – plates will maintain contact with bones, but will lose contact with meat as it cooks and it will appear “steamed.” Preheat Griddler ® with the unit closed according to instructions before grilling.
1½ ¼ 2 4 4 teaspoons granulated sugar teaspoon pure vanilla extract tablespoons raisins or dried tart cherries teaspoons softened unsalted butter slices cinnamon swirl toasting bread powdered sugar for sprinkling (optional) Insert plates on grill or griddle side. Preheat the Cuisinart ® Griddler ® to High with the unit closed while assembling panini. Put cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla into a small bowl and stir to combine. Add raisins and blend well.
Measure out 2 cups of mashed potatoes and put into a medium bowl. (Discard extra potatoes or reserve for another use.) Add cheese, beaten egg, shallot, parsley, olive oil, remaining salt, and pepper. Stir to blend. Preheat Cuisinart ® Griddler ® to 375°F with the unit closed, then open preheated unit to extend flat. Scoop out potato mixture using a ¼-cup measure. Arrange 4 scoops on each side of the griddle. Cook for 6 to 7 minutes per side, until golden and crispy on the outside and hot on the inside.
Teriyaki Grilled Chicken Griddler ® Position: Flat Selector: Grill/Panini Plate Side: Grill Makes 4 servings 1⁄3 3 2 2 2 1½ cup low-sodium soy sauce tablespoons rice vinegar tablespoons dry or medium dry sherry (or may use mirin) tablespoons brown sugar, packed teaspoons powdered ginger pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs Put soy sauce, vinegar, sherry, brown sugar, and ginger into a medium bowl and stir with a whisk to blend. Makes 2⁄3 cup marinade.
½ teaspoon ground coriander ½ teaspoon oregano ½ teaspoon paprika ½ teaspoon kosher salt ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 2 boneless rib eye or strip steaks, ¾-inch thick each (12 ounces each) Put the cumin, chili powder, basil, coriander, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper into a small bowl and stir to combine – there will be about 2 tablespoons. Reserve. Dry steaks and rub evenly with prepared spice rub. Let stand 20 to 30 minutes – or rub, cover and refrigerate for up to 12 hours.
While second batch of vegetables is cooking, brush tortillas with oil, and begin to warm 1 to 2 minutes per side on the griddle. Reserve. Sprinkle shrimp with ¼ teaspoon of salt and grill for about 2 to 3 minutes per side. Serve all fajita ingredients with salsa, sour cream, and sliced avocado so each individual can prepare his/her own. Nutritional information per fajita: Calories 106 (29% from fat)• carb. 10g • pro. 9g • fat 3g • sat. fat 0g • chol. 57mg • sod. 146mg • calc.
Variations Burgers may be seasoned for variety before they are grilled. Gently stir one or a combination of these suggested seasonings or your own favorites into the meat, working the meat as little as possible for best texture.
½ ½ ¼ ¹⁄ 8 ¹⁄ 8 1 8 teaspoon garlic powder teaspoon dried thyme teaspoon kosher salt teaspoon paprika teaspoon cayenne pound flounder filets (or other boneless fish filets such as haddock, hake, cod) ounces new red potatoes (about 2 to 3 inches in diameter), scrubbed tartar sauce (recipe follows) sliced lemon wedges Put 1 tablespoon of the olive oil into a medium bowl with the lemon juice, garlic powder, thyme, salt, paprika, and cayenne; stir to blend.
Arrange cheese slices over sauce, add sausage, pepperoni or sliced vegetables if using. Top with second crust, oiled side up. Place on preheated Griddler ®. Grill for 8 to 9 minutes, until crust is crispy and well marked with grill lines, and filling is hot. Remove pizza panini and let rest for 5 minutes on a wire rack. Use a pizza wheel to cut into 4 or more wedges. Serve while warm.
Zucchini ai Quattro Formaggi Panini Griddler ® Position: Closed Selector: Grill/Panini Plate Side: Grill Makes 10 ½ 4 2 2 2 1 8 4 4 servings ounces shredded zucchini teaspoon kosher salt ounces shredded fresh mozzarella ounces shredded fontina ounces shredded sharp provolone tablespoons freshly grated Parmiagiano-Reggiano or Asiago teaspoon dried basil slices crusty country bread (about 8 x 4 x ½ inches) teaspoons extra virgin olive oil Put the shredded zucchini into a colander and toss with salt.
Trim asparagus and peel. Toss asparagus with 2 teaspoons of the olive oil. Lay the oiled asparagus on the bottom plate of the preheated grill. Cover and cook until crisp and bright, about 4 to 5 minutes. Reserve. Put shredded cheese and herbes de Provence into a small bowl and toss to combine; reserve. Drain roasted peppers well and pat dry. Preheat conventional oven to 175ºF. Lightly brush one side of each slice of bread with the remaining olive oil.
Weekend Breakfast for 2 Griddle Position: Flat Selector: Griddle Plate Side: Half Grill/Half Griddle 4 slices bacon – strips or Canadian bacon – or sausage patties 2 slices good quality bread 2 teaspoons unsalted butter, melted, divided 1 teaspoon unsalted butter, divided 2 large eggs kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste Insert one plate on its grill side and another on its griddle side on the Cuisinart ® Griddler ®. Select Griddle and preheat to 350°F with the unit closed.
When Griddler ® has preheated, open unit to extend flat. Drop the batter onto the grill plates, using a scant quarter-cup measure. Cook the pancakes for 3½ to 4 minutes. When pancakes are bubbling on the top, turn and cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes. Blueberry Oat Pancakes are best served hot. Pancakes can be kept warm by placing them on a rack on a baking sheet in a low (175º–200°F) oven while cooking the remainder. Serve with warm syrup and butter as desired.
BREAKFAST Cinnamon Sugar French Toast Griddler ® Position: Flat Selector: Griddle Plate Side: Griddle Makes 8 5 1 ¼ ¼ 1 1 4 servings (2 slices per serving) slices (preferably thick sliced) cinnamon swirl or cinnamon raisin bread large eggs cup evaporated fat-free milk (not reconstituted) cup half-and-half (may use fat free) teaspoon salt teaspoon ground cinnamon tablespoon pure vanilla extract pinch nutmeg (freshly grated) Arrange the bread in two 8 x 8 x 2-inch glass baking dishes.
RECIPES BRE AK FAST Cinnamon Sugar French Toast ................................................................................... 3 Blueberry Oat Buttermilk Pancakes........................................................................... 3 Breakfast Sausage . ................................................................................................... 4 Weekend Breakfast for Two .......................................................................................
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