2. Salt & Lemon Scrub – A Fast Fix
For a quick, eco-friendly scrub, use coarse salt and lemon juice.
How to Clean Your Pan:
- Sprinkle coarse salt over the pan.
- Cut a lemon in half and use it as a scrubbing tool, pressing firmly.
- The natural acidity of the lemon combined with the salt’s abrasiveness lifts encrusted grime.
- Wipe clean, rinse, and dry.
💡 This method also helps remove odors from your cookware!
3. Boiling Water & Dish Soap – The Easiest Method
When you’re short on time, let heat and water do the work!
How to Clean Your Pan:
- Fill the pan with hot water and a squirt of dish soap.
- Bring it to a gentle boil for 2-5 minutes.
- Turn off the heat and let it sit for a minute.
- Use a wooden spoon or spatula to gently scrape away loosened debris.
- Pour out the water, wipe, rinse, and dry.
💡 This trick is great for cast iron, stainless steel, and even ceramic pans!
Prevent Encrusted Pans in the Future
- Always preheat pans with oil or butter before adding food.
- Use medium heat to avoid burning.
- Deglaze the pan immediately after cooking by adding hot water and wiping it down.
With these natural cleaning tricks, your encrusted pans will be spotless in seconds—no chemicals, no stress! Give them a try and enjoy cooking without the cleanup hassle. 🍳✨
