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How to Clean Cast Iron
Resurrect your cast iron skillet with our easy cleaning method! In just three steps – cleaning, drying, and seasoning – you'll have a pan that cooks like a dream
Prep Time
5
minutes
minutes
Cook Time
10
minutes
minutes
Total Time
15
minutes
minutes
Author
Kita Roberts
Cost
1
Equipment
Cast Iron Skillet
Dutch oven, or griddle
Ingredients
spatula
or plastic scraper
scouring pad
or cleaning brush specifically for cast iron
kitchen towel
or paper towels
Instructions
Step 1: Wash the skillet
Begin by cleaning the pan out as best you can with a wooden or silicon spatula, and save leftovers in food-safe containers.
Next, place the pan under hot water and rinse off as much remaining food as possible.
Then, hold a scouring pad and gently scrub the surface as needed.
Typically, you only need to scrub for a minute or so before the pan returns to a spotless state.
Step 2: Dry the skillet
Drying the skillet is the primary way we preserve long-term quality and keep it free from rust.
Set the pan over medium-high heat until the water evaporates off the surface.
Allow the pan to cool 5 minutes
Step 3: Season the skillet
Finally, rub oil over all surfaces, inside and out.
Dip a kitchen towel in oil and coat the skillet on the inside and our with just enough oil or cooking fat to coat it and make it shiny.