The word 'teppanyaki' literally means 'to grill on an iron plate' and is derived from 'teppan', meaning iron plate, and 'yaki', meaning grilled, roasted or fried. Anything you can think of can be prepared on this YAKINIKU teppanyaki plate. If you have ever been to Japan, you will know that they also prepare rice, miso soup and eggs on the teppanyaki. In the Western world, the teppanyaki plate is mainly used for grilling meat, fish or vegetables.
With the YAKINIKU teppanyaki plate for the COMPACT Kamado, you can practise the refined Japanese cooking technique right in your own backyard. Teppyanyaki is a typical and modern Japanese way of preparing food.
The plate has a diameter of +/- 35 cm.
For the best results, maintain a temperature of 180°C in your Kamado. The plate is made of extra strong stainless steel and can be easily cleaned.
Caring for your teppanyaki plate
A well maintained teppanyaki plate keeps cooking smoothly for years. After grilling, you simply loosen burnt on residue with a splash of water, and stubborn bits burn off at high heat. Then dry the plate thoroughly and oil it with a thin layer of neutral oil. Noticing discolouration or dark spots on the stainless steel after a few sessions? That's normal and doesn't affect cooking. You'll find every step and answers to frequently asked questions in our blog on cleaning and maintaining your teppanyaki plate.