You can be a great cook, but accidents happen - you can accidentally burn your cooking pan, which leads to carbon residue.
If you want your pan to stay shiny and pretty, then you should clean it carefully, without using too much pressure.
Here's how you can achieve that.
Boil Water
Start by filling the pan with water. Make sure the water covers the carbon deposits.
Place the pan on the stovetop and bring the water to a gentle boil. This will help soften and loosen the carbon residue.
Add Baking Soda
Once the water comes to a boil, remove the pan from the heat. Add a few tablespoons of baking soda into the hot water.
Stir it gently to dissolve the baking soda.
Soak and Cool
Allow the pan to sit for a while until it cools down.
The hot water and baking soda will work together to help dissolve and loosen the carbon deposits.
Scrubbing
After the pan has cooled enough to handle, use a scrubbing sponge or brush to gently scrub the inside of the pan.
Focus on the areas with carbon buildup. The combination of hot water and baking soda should make this step easier.
Rinse
Pour out the dirty water and rinse the pan with clean, warm water.
You should notice that most of the carbon deposits have come off during the boiling and scrubbing.
Final Scrub
For any remaining stubborn spots, create a paste by mixing baking soda with a little water.
Apply this paste to the problem areas and scrub them gently with a sponge or brush.
Rinse Thoroughly
Rinse the pan thoroughly with warm water to ensure that all the baking soda and loosened carbon residue are completely removed.
Dry and Polish
Use a soft cloth or paper towel to dry the pan. This also gives it a nice shine.
Conclusion
By following these steps, your pan should be free from carbon deposits and ready to use again.
Remember to be gentle with your scrubbing to avoid damaging the pan's surface.
