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
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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.