If you are passionate about cooking, cast iron cookware is a must-have item in your kitchen, as it reduces health hazards. Cast iron cookware is a possession for its versatility and ease of use, passed on by grandmothers in every household. If you want to possess your cast iron cookware for long time then seasoning is essential for maintaining it.
If you buy cast iron cookware from your nearby shop, you will get both seasoned and non-seasoned. Even if you get pre-seasoned cast iron cookware, you should take steps to maintain the shelf of the cookware. We all are aware that cast iron is prone to become rustic if exposed to water and if it’s not maintained well.
The secret to maintaining long-lasting cast iron cookware is to season it and avoid contact with water for a long time.
Steps to season your cast iron cookware:
Wash your pan with soap and water with a soft brush. Soap water and a non-metallic brush have to be used only while seasoning. The usage of brush after seasoning will leave moisture content and make it rustic.
Here are a few tips to maintain after soap wash
- Apply any cooking oil to every part of cast iron using a paper towel or a soft cloth.
- Heat your cookware for 5 mins and let it cool down
- Wipe off the excess oil and store the pan in a dry place.
- After the first usage of your cast iron cookware you should season it like the way you have done it before.
Note:
Proper seasoning of cast iron will make your cookware to last for a long duration and cast-iron cookware also reduces various health hazards.
