What Temperature to Cook Eggs on a Griddle for Best Results

Cooking eggs on a griddle can transform your breakfast experience. Here’s a unique guide based on Traeger's insights to help you achieve perfect eggs every time.

Why Use a Griddle for Eggs?

Griddles offer even heat distribution, a spacious cooking surface, and easy maneuverability, which makes them superior to standard frying pans for cooking eggs.

Preparing Your Griddle

1. Preheat to Medium Heat (300-350ºF): This temperature is ideal for most egg styles.
2. Season Your Griddle: Use oils with high smoke points like sunflower, canola, or vegetable oil. For added flavor, use butter alongside the oil.

Six Methods for Cooking Eggs on a Griddle

1. Fried Eggs:
   • Cook for 2 minutes on each side for a golden edge and a hint of smokiness.
2. Sunny Side Up:
   • Cook without flipping. Cover with a lid for a minute to set the yolks and whites.
3. Over Easy:
   • Flip after 2 minutes and cook for another 10 seconds.
4. Over Medium:
   • Cook for 2-3 minutes, flip, and cook for another minute for semi-runny yolks.
5. Over Hard:
   • Cook for 3 minutes on one side and 2 minutes after flipping for fully cooked yolks.
6. Scrambled Eggs:
   • Scramble in a bowl, season, and cook with continuous lifting and turning.

Pairing Your Eggs with Other Dishes

• Pancakes: Fluffy and perfect when cooked on the griddle.
• Bacon and Hashbrowns: Classic sides that complement eggs.
• Breakfast Quesadilla: Combine scrambled eggs with chorizo, cheese, and fresh tortillas.

Exploring Other Griddle Recipes

• Smoke & Sizzle Pub Burger: Smoky burgers with gouda and caramelized onions.
• Flat Top Spicy Chicken Fajitas: Quick and flavorful fajitas.
• Flat Top Philly Cheesesteaks: Authentic cheesesteaks with thinly sliced steak and sautéed onions.
• Flat Top Pork Fried Rice: Easy and delicious fried rice.
• Flat Top Gnocchi with Asparagus: Unique pasta dish perfect for dinner.

Recipe Spotlight: Flat Top Bacon and Cheese Omelet

Ingredients:

• 6 large eggs
• 2 tbsp canola oil
• 4 slices thick-cut bacon, diced
• 2 tsp Traeger Breakfast Rub
• 4 tbsp shredded cheddar cheese
• Fresh chives, sliced

Steps:

1. Preheat griddle to medium heat.
2. Spread oil, cook bacon until crisp, and season.
3. Add beaten eggs, form round shapes, season, add cheese and bacon.
4. Cover with a steam dome, cook until set.
5. Fold omelets, top with chives, and serve.

Cooking eggs on a griddle can elevate your breakfast game, offering consistent and delicious results. Experiment with different styles and pairings to find your perfect breakfast combination.