Clean pans fast: Baking soda and vinegar to the rescue
A dirty frying pan with dried-on grease can spoil the mood, even after the most delicious dinner. Fortunately, we know how to quickly and effectively tackle this issue using products that you likely already have in your cupboard.
Everyone would probably love it if dirty dishes magically cleaned themselves after cooking. Dirty dishes are definitely one of the less pleasant aspects of cooking at home. The pan often ends up the dirtiest, and removing grease can be a tough challenge that the dishwasher usually can't handle. If you want to easily maintain your pan's cleanliness and ensure its long lifespan in your kitchen, check out our tricks.
Regular cleaning is important
We often forget that the outer part of the pan gets just as dirty as its interior. This is due to contact with the grill or burner during cooking. Additionally, grease that runs down the sides while frying also contributes to dirt buildup.
Accumulated food and grease residues lead some people to prefer replacing the pan with a new one rather than trying to clean it. Instead, it's worth remembering to control grease dripping during cooking and regularly clean the stove, as this will reduce the amount of dirt on the pan.
Burnt food residues should be removed immediately after the pan cools down. The best solution is to use warm water with a bit of dish soap, as this prevents tedious scrubbing. But what should be done with tough-to-remove grime?
It turns out that expensive cleaning agents are not necessary. A simple solution is to use household cleaning products. With a bit of effort, your pan will look like new, and cooking will be 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 dish soap, 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. However, this combination is stronger and should not be used on aluminum surfaces.
Vinegar, as an acidic agent, effectively removes burns, limescale, soap, rust, and grease. Caution should be exercised with enameled pans, as vinegar can affect their shine. The best solution is a mixture of 2 tablespoons of vinegar and half a cup of water. These proportions are enough for the dirt to easily disappear by applying the solution to dirty areas.
