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Cast iron skillets are loved for their durability and versatility. With proper care, they can last for generations. Whether you’re searing steak, baking cornbread, or frying bacon, few pans perform as well.
However, certain foods and habits can destroy the seasoning, affect flavor, and cause rust.
Here’s what you should avoid if you want your skillet to last.
1. Acidic Foods
Tomatoes, vinegar, and lemon juice break down seasoning and can cause metallic taste.
2. Delicate Fish
Soft fish sticks easily and leaves strong odors.
3. Sugary Sauces
Sticky glazes burn and damage the protective layer.
4. Eggs in Poorly Seasoned Pans
Eggs stick and scrape the surface.
5. Strong Aromatic Foods
Garlic and curry flavors linger in the pan.
6. Baking Desserts After Savory Cooking
Residual flavors ruin sweets.
7. Boiling or Steaming
Excess moisture causes rust and strips seasoning.
8. Storing Food in the Skillet
Moisture and acids damage the pan and food flavor.
9. Thermal Shock
Sudden temperature changes can warp or crack the pan.
Care Tips
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Dry completely after washing
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Apply thin oil layer after each use
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Avoid soap when possible
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Store in dry place
Treat your cast iron properly and it will reward you with perfect meals for decades.
