In a teppanyaki restaurant like Azabu Ichimaru, the thickness of the teppan has a significant impact on the quality of the food. In particular, a “12 mm teppan” has several important advantages over a typical thickness teppan, and is critical to providing the best cooking experience.

1. uniform heat conduction and heat retention

Thanks to its thickness, the 12-millimeter griddle is able to transfer heat evenly. Because heat is evenly distributed throughout the entire griddle, food can be evenly grilled, minimizing the risk of overcooking or undercooking. This allows for exquisite grilling, especially for okonomiyaki, monjayaki, and other dishes where heat is critical. In addition, the thickness of the griddle allows it to maintain its temperature for a long period of time once heated, enabling cooking at a stable temperature.

2. crispy surface finish

The thickness of the teppan allows the food to be heated slowly, which has the effect of making the surface fragrant and crispy. For example, in okonomiyaki, you can enjoy an exquisite texture with a crispy outside and a fluffy inside. Sauce yakisoba and Neapolitan noodles, for example, also get a firm browning of the noodles, which adds a savory flavor to the dish. This is a feature that is difficult to obtain with thin griddles, as they tend to cool down quickly.

(3) Lock in the moisture of the ingredients

The 12-millimeter teppan grill transfers heat slowly, rather than quickly evaporating the moisture from the food, thereby trapping the moisture inside the food. This makes it possible to cook meat and vegetables, in particular, while maintaining their juiciness, thus achieving the ideal “crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside” that is the appeal of teppanyaki.

4. greater flexibility in cooking

The 12-millimeter steel plate can be used for a variety of cooking methods due to its sturdiness and heat retention. It can handle not only okonomiyaki and monjayaki, but also steak, seafood, vegetables, and other foods that require cooking at different temperatures. Thanks to the sustained and even heat, it is also possible to use techniques such as cooking the surface at high heat all at once and slowly cooking the interior. This makes it possible to diversify the menu and enjoy creative dishes unique to the restaurant.

summary

The 12-millimeter griddle is an important element of quality in Azabu Ichimaru’s cooking. The cooking benefits of the teppan’s thickness, such as even heat conduction, crispy finish, and the ability to keep food juicy, are the secrets behind the food that many of our customers love to eat. This thickness ensures the best teppanyaki experience and provides visitors with a sense of satisfaction.