Electric stovetops, also called electric ranges, feature electric coils that glow as they are heated. To keep the temperature consistent, they cycle on and off during the cooking process, which is why you will sometimes notice that they are not glowing. Unfortunately, this can result in uneven cooking and hot spots if you are not careful. For this reason, use a cast-iron griddle when cooking with a griddle on your electric stovetop. Cast iron retains and distributes heat evenly, so while it may take longer to initially heat, the results will be more consistent.
Place your griddle over two burners, so that the long sides are parallel to the left and right sides of your stove. Choose the two burners that are closest to each other in size, then turn them both on high.
Wait a few minutes, then splash a few droplets of water from your fingers onto different parts of the griddle. Watch for them to sizzle; if they do not sizzle, wait a few more minutes and try again. Your griddle is ready to cook on when the water sizzles.
Turn the heat down slightly on the larger of the two burners, so that it is closer to being even with the smaller of the two burners. Apply your fat evenly to the surface of the griddle, using a basting brush if you are using a liquid fat. Use your spatula to move solid fats around the griddle and coat evenly if you are using them.
Begin cooking your food on the griddle according to the recipe. Apply a little more fat in between batches if you are cooking in multiple batches. Turn the heat down in both burners if the fat starts to smoke.
Check your food often to make sure that it is not burning, and turn each piece as often as is directed by your recipe.