How to Remove Burned Rice From Cast Iron

Cast iron pots and pans are long-lasting and distribute heat evenly, but don't offer the same non-stick, easy-to-clean surface of many other types of cookware. This is especially true when foods burn in the pan, because cast iron cookware can't be soaked in water without risking damage. Burned rice is particularly frustrating to remove, as each small piece adheres itself as though attached with glue. Removing burned rice from cast iron is possible, but care and patience is required, as more than one attempt is often necessary.

Things You'll Need

• Club soda
• Salt
• Plastic scrub brush
• Liquid dish-washing detergent
• Soft cloth
• Absorbent cloth

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Instructions

1. • 1

     Add club soda to the cast iron pan before it cools. Allow it to remain there for at least 15 minutes.

   • 2

     Sprinkle 2 to 3 tbsp. of salt over the pan if burned rice remains after pouring off the club soda.

   • 3

     Use a plastic scrub brush to scour the remaining rice until it is loose.

   • 4

     Place two to three drops of liquid dish-washing detergent into the bottom of the pan. Add one-half cup water and wash gently with a soft cloth to eliminate any remaining residue.

   • 5

     Rinse the pan under warm water and dry thoroughly with an absorbent cloth before reseasoning for storage.