Electric grills with grooved plates

Only corrugated

— grills that have serrated plates only.

Corrugated plates feature narrow parallel ledges that create a distinct "striped" surface. This design allows the food to come in contact with the raised ridges while allowing fat or juice to flow into the recesses. The liquid in the recesses then boils under the heat of the grill, resulting in characteristic fried stripes on the cooked dish. The areas between the stripes are not as fried as they are fused together. From a practical standpoint, corrugated surfaces are highly regarded for cooking meat as they help drain excess fat and produce less greasy dishes compared to smooth plates. They are also suitable for cooking fish, although they may not be as compatible with vegetables as smooth surfaces. However, the preference for using corrugated grills with vegetables varies among users, as some find the results satisfactory. Overall, corrugated surfaces are currently the most popular choice among users.