The iron pot is a very commonly used tool in life. However, due to the material of the iron pot, it is easy to oxidize. The human body should not eat too much rust, otherwise it will be harmful to health. Therefore, when using an iron pot, The rust needs to be removed every time, so how to remove the rust from the newly purchased iron pot? What should I do if the newly purchased iron pan is rusty? Let’s learn more about how to remove rust from iron pots.

1. How to remove rust from a newly purchased iron pot

(1) Use rice water to remove rust

If you want to remove rust from a newly purchased iron pot If there is rust, you can use rice water. Rice water can help soften and remove rust. Just soak the iron pot in rice water. In addition, if it is an iron knife or other ironware at home, you can use rice water to help remove rust.

(2) Remove rust from potato peels

If you want to remove rust from a newly purchased iron pot, you can use potato peels. Dip the potato skins in a small amount of fine sand and rub the walls of the iron pot vigorously to help remove rust. In addition to potato peels, you can also use radish slices, etc.

(3) Vinegar for rust removal

If you want to remove rust from a newly purchased iron pot, you can use vinegar. First heat the iron pot, pour in the vinegar, and then use a pot brush to scrub the walls of the pot while the vinegar is cooking. Finally, pour out the vinegar and rinse it with clean water.

(4) Sandpaper to remove rust

If you want to remove rust from a newly purchased iron pot, you can use sandpaper. Rubbing the pot wall with sandpaper can help remove rust. After rubbing with sandpaper, wash the pot with clean water. Then dry the pot and apply a layer of cooking oil. After the pot is hot, add hot water and brush it clean.

(5) Table salt for rust removal

If you want to remove rust from a newly purchased iron pot, you can use table salt. First put the salt into the pot and fry it until it turns yellow. Then use the fried salt to brush the pot. After brushing it clean, put a spoonful of oil and an appropriate amount of water into the pot, boil it, pour it out and then brush the pot clean.

2. How to prevent iron pots from rusting

1. After cooking, wash the pot promptly to avoid allowing food residues to remain in the pot;

2. Turn on the gas stove and dry the water in the pot or wipe it dry with a rag to keep the pot dry;

3. If it is not troublesome, wipe it dry and then apply a layer of lard , the anti-rust effect is better;

4. Hang it in a dry and ventilated place, with the pot facing the wall, so that it is not easily touched by water;

5. You can also Put it in a plastic bag and seal it so it can't come into contact with water and air, which is better.