What to do with the iron pot you just bought? Hot topics and practical guides across the Internet
Recently, "maintenance of iron pots" has become a hot topic on social platforms, especially in the novice kitchenware purchase guide. The following is the focus data and structured solutions on iron pot processing across the Internet in the past 10 days:
| Popular platforms | Related topic readings | Core concerns TOP3 |
|---|---|---|
| little red book | 120 million times | How to open a pot, anti-rust techniques, and maintenance intervals |
| Douyin | 89 million times | Quick cooking video, coating comparison, oil fume control |
| Zhihu | 43 million times | Chemical principles, material comparison, long-term maintenance |
1. The four-step method of scientifically cooking a pot (verified version for the whole network)
| steps | Operational points | scientific principles |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Deep cleaning | Soak in white vinegar + warm water for 20 minutes and scrub with steel wool | Remove the factory anti-rust wax layer |
| 2. High temperature firing | Cook over medium heat until blue-purple (3-5 minutes) | Oxidation to form a protective layer of ferroferric oxide |
| 3. Oil film maintenance | Apply pig skin/vegetable oil 3 times (dry each time) | Establish polymeric oil film |
| 4. Leave to solidify | Cool naturally for 12 hours before use | Make sure the oil film is completely solidified |
2. Analysis of three major controversial issues
1.Vegetable oil vs animal oil:Recent Douyin evaluation shows that peanut oil forms the most stable oil film (210°C smoke point test), while lard scores higher in terms of reusability.
2.Whether salt is needed for frying:Zhihu Chemistry Big V pointed out that grinding with salt can only remove burrs and has no real effect on rust prevention, which is a traditional misunderstanding.
3.Taboos for the first month:Ten thousand people voted on Xiaohongshu and found that 82% of users failed to maintain their products due to cooking acidic foods in the first month. It is recommended to avoid ingredients such as tomatoes and vinegar.
3. Daily maintenance data comparison table
| Usage scenarios | Correct approach | Error demonstration |
|---|---|---|
| after each use | Apply vegetable oil lightly while it is still warm | Cold water plunge rinse |
| Weekly maintenance | Salt + potato peeling | Soaking in dish soap |
| Rust appears | Wipe with white vinegar and reopen the pot | Violent polishing with steel wire balls |
4. Comparison of iron pots made of different materials
| Pot type | Difficulty of boiling the pot | Maintenance frequency | Applicable people |
|---|---|---|---|
| cast iron pot | ★★★ | Weekly maintenance | Traditional cooking lovers |
| Fine iron pot | ★★ | Monthly maintenance | Daily use at home |
| Iron nitride pot | ★ | Quarterly maintenance | First choice for newbies |
5. Special reminder from experts
1. Well-known food blogger on Weibo@Kitchenware Research Institute emphasizes:"The first 30 days of a new pot are the critical period for oil film formation. It is recommended to use it daily to strengthen maintenance.".
2. Jingdong sales data shows that the return rate of branded iron pans with cooking instructions is reduced by 67%. When purchasing, it is recommended to give priority to brands with complete services.
3. The recent actual measurement of the UP master at Station B found that induction cooker users need to do additional"Cold pot-hot pot" cycle processing(Alternate three times) to achieve the boiling effect of the gas stove.
Mastering these iron pot treatment methods that have been verified by the entire Internet will not only extend the life of the pot, but also improve the cooking experience. It is recommended to bookmark this article and share it with more kitchen novices!
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