How to Care for Stainless Steel Frying Pans

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Care for Stainless Steel Frying Pans

This eco-friendly cookware is highly durable and biodegradable all at the same time. It's less likely to scratch than other metals and it isn't porous, so you never have to worry about food seeping into it. The name is slightly misleading though, stainless steel can stain. But it isn't as likely to do so as other cookware. Stainless steel frying pans are a great addition to any kitchen and with proper care can last for many years. Does this Spark an idea?

Things You'll Need

  • Dish soap
  • Sponge
  • Soft, clean, dry towel
  • Vinegar
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Instructions

  1. General Cleaning & Care

    • 1

      Wash the frying pan in warm water with dish soap. It can go in the dishwasher as well.

    • 2

      Storing food in the stainless steel frying pan is what may cause it to stain. Empty the food out when you're done using it and wash the pan after each use.

    • 3

      Use plastic and rubber utensils on the pans as they may scratch.

    Removing White Spots

    • 4

      Boil a mixture of equal parts water and vinegar in the pan. Add salt once the water reaches a boil.

    • 5

      Allow the mixture to boil from 5 to 10 minutes and remove the pan from the heat.

    • 6

      Once the mixture has cooled, dump it out and wash the pan with warm soapy water. Dry the pan with a soft, clean, dry cloth.

    Stuck on Food

    • 7

      Pour hot water into the pan and add several teaspoons of dish soap. Let the pan sit for at least an hour.

    • 8

      Put the pan on the stove and bring the soapy water to a boil.

    • 9

      Allow the water to boil for ten minutes before removing it from the heat an allowing the water to cool. The food that was stuck on there will come up easily with a sponge and some warm soapy water.

Tips & Warnings

  • To restore the shine on the frying pan, use baking soda and a dampened synthetic scouring pad.

  • Never use bleach or ammonia on stainless steel.

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