Cast Iron Griddle Pan

badgermonkey

I know you're not supposed to wash cast iron things, especially a griddle pan which needs the seasoning so stuff doesn't stick, but what do I do about mine after cooking salmon steaks on it??

I wiped it with kitchen roll but it still pongs a bit and there are bits of fish/skin in the corners where I can't quite get them :eek:

The temptation to just put the damn thing in the dishwasher is growing strong!

littlereddevil

I wash mine then just rub some oil on it

Lillibet_2

Wash then gently re-heat with a wipe of oil all over interior & allow to cool I think.


HTH

badgermonkey

Thanks both of you!

The pan is frankly starting to gross me out now

r.mac_2

I also have to admit washing mine then rubbing with oil.

A tip for when cooking on a griddle it to oil the food and not the pan. I find this works well, and uses less oil.

HTH

jaybee

I wash mine up (but not in the dishwasher) then dry it over a low heat and spray with a bit of oil.

catznine

I do the same as everybody else and wash mine. Didn't realise I shouldn't :eek:

Lucie_2

To get rid of all the manky burnt on yuck (technical term) in your griddle pan, fill it with salt so it covers the ridges & put it on the highest heat on the hob. Leave to "cook" until the salt turns a nasty brownish grey colour. Leave to cool FOR A VERY LONG TIME and tip out the salt & give it a quick wash. Wipe with a bit of oil & it should be as good as new (ish).

loopy_lass

i dont wash mine cos i havent got one .... but i want one.... any reccommendations?


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catznine

Ikea do one at a realistic price!

student100

Mum cleans her griddle (or gets me to do it...) by rubbing salt on it with kitchen paper, works to absorb and abrade all the grease and muck - then just brush the salt off and apply some cooking oil...