The natural antimicrobial properties of coconut oil…
…make it a very potent germ killer. A lot of people are afraid…
…to use cutting boards for wood because they fear…
…that they cannot be adequately cleaned to prevent illness…
…but since then I’ve learned that wooden cutting boards…
…are perfectly safe when cleaned and properly maintained.
Here is the truth…
Coconut oil is found in medium chain fatty acids/triglycerides (MCTs)…
..antiviral/anti-fungal properties, as it is antibacterial and antifungal.
Cast iron skills are incredibly versatile – you may be able…
…to use them both on top and in the oven – and ideal to…
…cook a variety of dishes from roast chicken to stiff chips.
Try seasoning coconut oil cast iron to make your skillet work well….
To make sure you use the best oil for seasoning…
…you can check for the reviews.
Let’s hear Amal’s story…
My 12” Lodge cast iron skillet was left outside and ended up rusting…
I know I have to scrub and strip the current seasoning before redoing it…
…but my question is how far do I really have to sand down?
Can I just remove surface rust? Can I focus only on the areas with rust…
…or so I need to go down to bare iron all around the whole pan?
I should be more careful and not left my precious thing outside next time..
It is really sad...
On a microscopic level, cast iron has a jagged, uneven surface. This texture provides more surface area for the seasoning to bond and adhere to the iron. As the layers build up, the oils and fats will fill in the texture, creating a smooth, naturally nonstick cooking surface that will last for generations.
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Let’s get started…
Season Cast Iron
It is advisable that prior to their initial use, you season (or prepare)…
…cast iron skillets and pots, advises Michigan State University Extension.
To help avoid rusts and easily release the cooking surface…
..baking a coat of oil on the iron is the best way to saison cast iron.
According to Columbia University’s Go Ask Alice…
…cooking with cast iron can add the necessary iron to your diet.
The best iron oil for the seasoning is the one with a high smoke-point…
…such as vegetable or canola oil.
You may use fat or oil to season your cast iron pots…
Seasoning is supposed to occur if you have a new cast iron skillet…
…or restored an old, not fully seasoned skillet.
If you notice that food is stuck or at any sign of rust…
…you may also re-season the pan.
Healthiest Oil to Season Cast Iron
You may have heard coconut oil is one of the healthiest oils….
I don’t know whether this is true or not….
Since even the professionals cannot reach an agreement…
…I will let the experts deal with it.
There are some people who think coconut oil is the miracle oil…
…while others believe it is unhealthy. The important thing to know…
…is that coconut oil can be used to season cast iron skillets.
How do you like the taste of coconut oil? Then you should use it…
Choosing an oil to season your cast iron skillet with…
…involves referencing the smoke point, which I will explain shortly.
Refined vs Unrefined Coconut Oil
Is there a difference between unrefined and refined coconut oil…
…and does it matter what you use? Coconut oil that has been refined…
…has been refined more than unrefined coconut oil, right?
Coconut oil that has been refined has less of that coconut flavor…
…and it has a higher smoke point, which could make it a better cooking oil.
If you want a more natural oil and you love coconut flavor…
…then go for unrefined coconut oil. As of now, it’s not clear which is better..
…so if you love coconut and bake, go for unrefined. For cast iron, stick with refined.
I’ll show you how…
Seasoning With Coconut Oil
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You can also try cocoon oil to savor cast iron…
If you’re using cocoa oil you want refined cocoa oil…
…a smoke point of around 400 to 450 grades Fahrenheit…
…at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health notes..
..(as opposed to unrefined coconut oil, which has a lower smoke point).
Also, refined coconut oil has an overt flavor of coconut.
A cast iron skillet should be cleaned immediately after use…
…for general maintenance and cleaning, or it may rust in water…
..soap and soap in the sink. Use heat water, a sponge…
..or a steep brush to remove the soap.
When you have cleaned the skillet, rinse the pot with a casserole…
…of salt mixed with water, and then clean the skillet.
You can also try to remove food waste through boiling in the pot of water…
Let’s move on!
Season The Right Way
The following is a general guide to the seasoning…
….of cast iron with cocoa oil or any other oil:
- The first thing to be done is to preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Wash the skillet by using sponge or dish scrubber brush while the oven is heating. Ensure that any old food stuck on the skillet is properly cleaned. Note, it is generally not necessary to wash cast iron with soap, but it is all right for the first time to satiate.
- Clean dry cloth to rinse the soap off and dry the saucepan. Pour into a saucepan a little fluid cocoa oil, approximately 1 teaspoon. (If it has solidified, you might need to warm your cocoa oil.)
- Rub the oil in the surface of the pot with a clean, dry cloth or paper towel and ensure that the bottom and the sides are completely coated. Rub oils, including the bottoms and layers, around the outer surface of the pin.
- Just put the pot on the center rack of the oven upside down. Put an aluminum foil sheet or bakery on the rack below to catch any drips. For an hour baked. Bake. Turn off the oven after about an hour and let the skillet refresh fully before taking it out of the oven.
- There is a shiny smooth, nonstick surface on a well-saxed skillet. It is time to re-season the skillet if the food begins clinging to the surface or the skillet appears dull.
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Last but not least…
Pros and Cons of Cast Iron
- One Lodge Pre-Seasoned 10.25 Inch Cast Iron Skillet
- Unparalleled heat retention and even heating
- Pre-seasoned with 100% natural vegetable oil
- Use to sear, sauté, bake, broil, braise, fry, or grill
- Use in the oven, on the stove, on the grill, or over a campfire
- Great for induction cooktops
- Included Components: Lodge L8Sk3 10-1/4-Inch Pre-Seasoned Skillet
- Item Shape: Round
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- Cast iron cookware is less smoother than the Non-Stick cookware.
- Iron deficiency is fairly common worldwide especially among women so cooking food in a cast iron skillet can increase iron content by as much as 20%
- Hand wash even before first use and dry immediately; rub with a light coat of vegetable oil after every wash
- Allow cast iron skillet to cool completely before washing them in hot soapy water with a sponge using regular dishwashing liquid soap; it is not dishwasher safe
- Its superior heat retention will keep your mouth watering food warm for a long t
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- Included Components: Measurement Guide
- Fits over two stovetop burners
- Dual handles for great control
- Unparalleled heat retention and even heating
- Pre-seasoned with 1% natural vegetable oil
- Use to sear, bake, broil, fry, or grill
- Use in the oven, on the stove, on the grill, or over a campfire
- Maximum Heating Temperature (Fahrenheit):
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- Use on all cooking surfaces, grills and campfires
- Oven safe
- Sauté, sear, fry, bake and stir fry to hearts content
- Made in the
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- 3 piece set includes 10 inch, 8 inch and 6 inch pans
- Pre-seasoned with soy-based oil to make it ready for use straight out of the box but re-seasoning is recommended to avoid sticking issues for a smoother and non-stick surface
- While cast iron doesn’t leach chemicals, it can leach some iron into your food and that’s pretty good for health
- Cast Iron cookware is comparatively less smoother than non stick cookware
- To clean cast iron, never use soap; simply scrub your skillet with a stiff brush and hot water and dry it completely; it is not dishwasher-s
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Before you decide cast iron is the best way to cook in the kitchen…
…let’s examine some of its pros and cons.
Cons
- The use of cast iron requires a learning curve because it requires different maintenance techniques than nonstick, ceramic or stainless steel, but once you learn the basics, maintenance becomes much easier.
- A cast iron pan is heavier than a typical pan and will heat up from the bottom up, including the handle. It is therefore important to have an oven mitt on hand whenever you touch the handle or move the skillet. To make moving your cast iron easier, you can always purchase a mitt that is designed for the handle.
- Cast iron does not heat evenly due to the way heat is transferred through the skillet. So, don’t start cooking your meal until your cast iron skillet is fully heated up.
Pros
- There is no end to the life of cast iron. It is almost impossible to destroy them. Many families have even passed down cast iron skillets from generation to generation! Time and wear and tear do happen, but they usually last for many years.
- Despite the fact that cast iron is not great at heating evenly, it is very good at maintaining and holding heat. You can use it to keep your family’s meal warm while you gather everyone! Improves With Age The more a cast iron skillet is used and maintained, the better seasoned it becomes, and the easier it is to use.
Sum Up
By this time, I don’t know what else to suggest to you…
…if you are not convinced to try cast iron out.
For the kitchen, cast iron is a reliable and great option…
You can use coconut oil but avocado oil is a better choice…
…if you cook regularly on high heat.
There is no end to the choices when it comes to applying coconut oil…
…avocado oil, or butter.
Just remember to reference smoke temperatures of your oils…
…to make the absolute best decision when seasoning…
….and cooking with your cast iron skillet.
Conclusion
And that’s it the tips for how to cast iron with coconut oil…
We hope you find this article useful and help you….
…to prevent your cast iron from rusting!
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