How To Clean Cast Iron Before Seasoning
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How to clean cast iron before seasoning. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. Luckily seasoning cast iron cookware is incredibly easy says ross who walked us through the steps. If you re struggling to remove stuck on food next time while the pan is. Sorry for starting yet another cast iron thread but my search didn t turn up an answer to my particular question. Click below to find more helpful information for cast iron care.
Clean your cast iron each use wiping away leftover food morsels and reapplying the oil layer. Fill skillet with vinegar solution and let stand for 30 minutes to 1 hour. Afterward dry the pan completely using a paper towel and get rid of any soapy water that remains on the skillet. The seasoning on a cast iron pan is just oil that s baked into the pan it gives the cast iron that classic black patina. No you don t add spices this seasoning is more like a polish that keeps your skillet from rusting or.
Once your skillet is clean set it on the stove over high heat until it s dry. When cleaning cast iron be careful not to damage the seasoning. Discard solution in skillet. Rinse skillet well then dry well with paper towels. Using paper towels immediately rub 1 tablespoon for 12 inch skillet or 2 teaspoons for 10 inch skillet oil over surface.
Stay connected sign up for our monthly emails here. Routine seasoning after most uses is probably good enough. Add a small amount of oil less than a teaspoon and smear it around well with a paper towel or clean lint free rag. Take it off the burner. How to season a cast iron pan.
Although cast iron is very durable it will rust when exposed to water or air making the seasoning step crucial. I m rather new to cast iron bought a 12 lodge skillet a few weeks ago. Cast iron cookware needs seasoning or a baked on layer of oil before you can use it. Here s how to do it. A little soap is okay but don t use anything too abrasive and be sure to dry your pan right away after cleaning so it doesn t rust.