Spray Pam On Grill: Is It Safe to use? (Quick Guide)

I love grilling and I’m sure you’ll too. Cooking on the grill is very easy but you may face some problems while grilling. The biggest problem is the food sticking to the grill grates which irritates you and you also lose half your food.

Are you also facing food sticking problems? A better solution is to use oiling on your grill but the purpose of this article is to discuss grilling sprays, especially PAM. I’ll tell you about PAM grilling spray, what’s their purpose, and whether can you use it on your grill or Blackstone.

What Is Pam Grilling Spray

PAM is a non-stick cooking spray that prevents your food from sticking. It contains cooking oil and other ingredients such as lecithin, dimethyl silicone, and propellant. The lecithin helps to keep the oil from separating and dimethyl silicone prevents the spray from foaming up.

It is also a popular choice for reducing the fat and calories in your food. PAM comes in multiple flavors, including original, olive oil, butter, avocado oil, and coconut oil. There is also baking spray that contains flour, which prevents baked items from sticking.

Can You Spray Pam On A Grill

Yes, you can spray Pam on a grill but you have to be careful. Because propellants are highly flammable. So if you don’t do it right, it can cause a fire or explosion which could be dangerous. But if you use it properly, it can be of great help to you.

As I said before, it contains highly flammable particles so you should not spray the PAM directly over an open flame grill. And make sure you use only the original PAM spray because duplicate sprays will not work better.

One question is also asked: Can you also use PAM on a Blackstone griddle? The answer is Yes. You can use the spray on the Blackstone griddle without any fear. I often use Pam when I don’t want oily food.

How To Use

First of all, you need to clean your grill properly. There should not be old food particles on the grates before spraying. You can use a wire brush to clean your grill.

The next step is to spray the grill. Make sure your grill is turned off. Now shake the PAM spray can well. Hold the spray about 6 to 8 inches away from the grill. And finally, spray a thin layer of PAM on the grates evenly.

Once it is done, give a rest to your grill for a few seconds which will allow the spray to settle perfectly.

If you are using a charcoal grill, spray the grates with Pam once the coals are covered in ash. And never put the spray around the heat. Keeping all those precautions in mind, you can easily use the spray.

Best Alternatives

In order to grill more safely, here are some alternatives to Pam spray:

If you don’t have PAM spray, you can use high smoke point cooking oil to brush the grill grates. Simply, apply a thin layer of oil on grates using a brush to prevent sticking.

You can also use melted butter to avoid sticking. The method of using it is similar to using cooking oil.

You can use any cooking spray that has a high smoke point such as canola oil, olive oil, avocado oil, peanut oil, and coconut oil. But before using these oils, you should know that each oil has a different taste. So you can use whichever oil you prefer.

If you don’t have a brush and any cooking spray, simply add a thin layer of oil to your steak and place it on the grates. When you place the oily steak on the grill, the oil will automatically stick to the grates.

Another PAM sprays alternative is Weber Grill Spray. If you don’t have PAM, the Weber spray can be a great option and personally, I also like this product. You can also use it on a hot grill without fear of lighting fire.

Does Pam Spray Affect The Taste Of Your Food

Some people say that Pam spray changes the taste of your grilled food. But I don’t think it affects the taste. Yes, some precautions have to be taken like never using too much PAM spray. I suggest you use it properly and always follow the instructions.