The enamel on the cast iron pot has high acid and alkali resistance, which can prevent the raw iron pot from rusting, so it can be used to cook acidic foods such as tomatoes or lemons. However, you should avoid cooking food that is too cold in the cast iron pot, because it will cause food to stick to the bottom of the pot. Some enamel cast iron pots and pans will have small bubbles, which will not affect the use.
Cast iron pots are suitable for gas stoves, induction cookers and ovens, but not for microwave ovens. Small and medium fire should be used for cooking in cast iron pan, and the continuous heat of cast iron is good. After the food is scalded, the fire can be kept to a minimum. The cast iron pot has good heat preservation effect. If it is overheated, it will not only affect the cooking effect, but also make the food stick to the pot and even cause the enamel to fall off.
Matters needing attention in the use of enamel cast iron pot
Before the cast iron pot is used for the first time, tear off the label on the pot, clean it with clear water, wipe it clean and keep it dry. If the label sticker stuck on the cast iron pan can't be torn off, it can be easily torn off after soaking in detergent, or it can be used directly, and the sticker will curl and fall off due to heating. Before cooking, coat the surface of the cast iron pan with oil and slowly preheat the pan with low fire. After the cast iron pot is heated, you can start cooking.
If the food sticks to the bottom of the cast iron pan and is not easy to clean, the pan can be soaked in water for a long time until the sticky or burnt substance becomes soft, so it can be easily removed. Or put the pot and sticky substance into water to boil for a few minutes, then let it stand for a while, and soften the residue with hot water to make it easier to remove.
Dry the cast iron pan immediately after cleaning, especially the pig iron on the side of the pan to prevent rust. Immediately after drying, apply a layer of oil (any edible oil will do, just a thin layer).
When the cast iron pan is not in use, clean it and dry it, and put it in a cool and dry place with ventilation. If there is a pot cover, cover the pot cover and put a folded paper towel between the pot cover and the pot, which can ventilate and prevent moisture from entering and causing rust.
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