Breakfast on the Big EGG? Absolutely.
Great for sautéing vegetables or even cooking breakfast! Use the flat side for pancakes and eggs, the ridged side for sausage and bacon. The Half Moon Cast Iron Plancha Griddle can be used individually or in pairs.
Why cast iron on the EGG:
Cast iron and Big Green Egg are a match made in grilling heaven. The EGG provides incredibly even, controllable heat, and cast iron retains and distributes that heat beautifully. On the XL and 2XL, you've got serious real estate to work with — enough space for a full breakfast spread.
Two sides, endless possibilities:
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Flat side: Pancakes, eggs, smash burgers, quesadillas, grilled cheese
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Ridged side: Bacon, sausage, vegetables, anything you want grill marks on
The Half Moon advantage:
Because it's half-moon shaped, you can use one Plancha Griddle alongside a regular grate — cook bacon on the griddle while grilling toast directly on the grate. Or use two Planchas together for a massive griddle surface. The EGGspander system makes multi-level cooking easy.
Perfect for:
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Breakfast: Pancakes, eggs, bacon, sausage, hash browns
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Smash burgers: That crispy, caramelized crust — XL means more burgers at once
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Fajitas: Sizzling peppers and onions for a crowd
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Stir fry: High heat, quick cooking
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Grilled sandwiches: Paninis, grilled cheese, Cubans
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Seafood: Scallops, shrimp, delicate fish
Specifications:
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Size: Fits XL and 2XL Big Green Egg
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Material: Heavy-duty cast iron
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Design: Half-moon shape for EGGspander compatibility
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Surfaces: Flat on one side, ridged on the other
How to use:
- Preheat the Plancha with your EGG for even heating
- Use a light coating of oil to prevent sticking
- Flat side up for delicate items, ridged side up for grill marks
- Flip the griddle to switch cooking surfaces
- Season regularly to maintain non-stick properties
Pro tips:
- Preheat for 10-15 minutes for even heat distribution
- Use a meat press with smash burgers for maximum crust
- The ridged side is perfect for bacon — fat drains away
- Season like any cast iron — oil and heat after cleaning
- The XL size is perfect for feeding a crowd
