Depending on whom you ask, cast iron is either a completely indestructible heirloom or the most high-maintenance tool in your kitchen. It’s no wonder so many people feel intimidated by it, especially when they’re just simply trying to make dinner.
According to Kent Rollins, YouTube star, real-life cowboy cook and host of The Cast Iron Cowboy on The Outdoor Channel, there is one thing you should always do with your cast iron pan after using it—and it has nothing to do with soap or scrubbing. His simple advice on how to season a cast iron pan will help make sure your pans stay in great shape for you and for generations to come, so you can pass down your pans with pride.
According to Rollins, seasoning your cast iron pan the right way can change it from becoming a discarded pan in the back of your cabinet to your most reached for tool from everything from a single fried egg to a batch of fried chicken.
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Why Is Seasoning a Cast Iron Pan So Important?
Over time, those layers build into the glossy black patina that makes cast iron such a prized kitchen tool. Pretty cool, right? And a cast iron pan needs this loving care. Without proper seasoning, food sticks, moisture seeps in and you get the dredded rust rings.
How To Season a Cast Iron Pan
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"When the skillet is hot and when it begins to smoke, I turn off the heat and wipe any excess," he says. Let cool before storing.
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"I have three that I really love," Rollins says. "Grapeseed oil is what I use most, next would be beef tallow and then avocado oil."
How To Season a New Cast Iron Pan for the First Time
Rollins says that if you buy a secondhand pan or spring for a brand new one, you still need to season it first before you start to cook in it. The process may seem labor-intensive, but it sets your pan up for easy use later on.
"Place a cookie sheet on the bottom rack or aluminum foil on the bottom of the oven to catch any drips and place the skillet upside down and bake for one hour at 400°F," he tells Parade.
"Let the skillet come to room temp," he recommends. "I do this a minimum of three times, then deep fry [potatoes] in it."
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Cast iron is durable, but rapid temperature changes can cause it to warp or crack, especially during seasoning when the metal is expanding and contracting as oil bonds to the surface.
2. Be mindful of what you're using to clean it
"Don’t use a paper towel for that because they contain lint, and when you’re wiping something down, you’d be transferring lint to your cast iron," he warns. "I prefer a bandana or an ol’ T-shirt works too."
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