Clean kitchen: Tackle stubborn grease with everyday essentials
A dirty frying pan with dried-on grease can dampen the mood even after the most delightful dinner. Fortunately, we know how you can deal with this quickly and effectively, using products you likely already have in your cupboard.
Many of us would love it if dishes could magically clean themselves after cooking. Dirty dishes are certainly one of the less enjoyable aspects of cooking at home. The frying pan often ends up the dirtiest and can be difficult to clean of grease, which the dishwasher simply can't handle. If you want to learn how to easily maintain your pan's cleanliness and ensure its longevity in your kitchen, check out our tips below.
Regular cleaning is important
It's easy to forget, but the outside of the pan gets dirty just as often as the inside due to contact with the grill or hob during cooking. Additionally, grease that runs down the sides while frying also contributes to dirt accumulation.
Some people opt to replace the pan rather than try to clean it. However, it's worth remembering to control grease dripping during cooking and regularly clean the hob, as this will reduce the amount of dirt on the pan.
Burnt food residues should be removed immediately after the utensil has cooled down. The best approach is to use warm water with a bit of washing-up liquid, which helps avoid laborious scrubbing. But what should you do with more stubborn grime?
It turns out expensive cleaning products aren't necessary; instead, you can use household cleaning items. With a bit of effort, the pan will look as good as new, making cooking even more enjoyable.
Baking soda and vinegar can clean any pan
Baking soda paste is an excellent method for removing grime. This method is not only effective but also safe for the pan. Mix baking soda with water in a 1:1 ratio, add a few drops of washing-up liquid, and leave it on the pan's surface for a few hours. After that, the grime will easily come off with a sponge.
Another option is to combine baking soda with table salt, but note that this mixture is more potent and should not be used on aluminium surfaces.
Vinegar, being acidic, effectively removes burns, limescale, soap, rust, and grease. Care should be taken with enamelled pans, as vinegar can affect their shine. The best solution is a mixture of 30 ml of vinegar and 120 ml of water. This combination is sufficient for the dirt to be easily removed by applying the solution to the dirty areas.
