Enamel pots generally refer to cast iron enamel pots. As the name suggests, a layer of enamel is attached to the inner and outer surfaces of the cast iron pot body, which combines the practicality of cast iron pots with the beauty of enamel. The enamel pot needs to be opened before use. Today, the editor will answer them one by one for you.
1. How to open an enamel pot
1. Rinse the entire pot with warm water and dry it. Pour half a pot of hot water into the pot, cover the pot and bring to a boil over medium heat (pot When white smoke comes out of the lid, it means the water has boiled).
2. Pour out the water after boiling (do not touch cold water at this time, and do not place it directly in a cold pool), dry the inside and outside of the pot and the lid, then cover the pot and place it in the pot. Dry on the stove over medium-low heat (about 2-3 minutes).
3. After it is completely dry, pour a little cooking oil, and use an oil brush or kitchen towel to evenly apply it to all black places (including the pot lid).
4. Leave it for at least 4 hours (preferably 24 hours). You will find that the oil has been absorbed by the pot.
5. Use warm water and a soft sponge to wash away excess oil, and then tumble dry on low heat.
2. How to clean and maintain the enamel pot
1. Clean it with a sponge dipped in neutral detergent.
2. Apply oil to the pot lid and the inner and outer edges of the pot. The edges are easily damaged. Fill the pot with water and boil to apply an oil film to the most fragile edges of the pot. The enamel pot must not be cooled or heated suddenly, and do not rinse it directly with cold water.
3. If the surface is burnt, you can mix some baking soda with a little water and apply it on the burned area like a facial mask. After an hour, wipe it with a dishcloth. Enamel cast iron pots are divided into white enamel and black enamel according to the enamel inside. White enamel does not require pot maintenance, while black enamel needs to be boiled with oil before use for the first time.
It can be seen that the enamel pot needs to be boiled before actual use. Daily use requires more attention to cleaning and maintenance. For example, oiling the lid and the inner and outer edges of the pot can easily cause damage. Fill the pot with water and boil it. Grease the weakest edges of the pan. The enamel pot must not be cooled or heated suddenly, and do not rinse it directly with cold water.