A nonstick frying pan is an essential kitchen tool for any cook. Seasoning your pan will make it last longer and work better, so I’ll show you how to do that right here!
I’m sure many of you are wondering why a seasoned nonstick frying pan is preferable to one that’s not been seasoned.
The answer is simple: seasoning improves the durability of the cooking surface by filling in tiny scratches on the aluminum or steel with a thin layer of oil, which makes food less likely to stick. Plus, if something does stick after being greased correctly, it will be much easier to clean up because there won’t be any leftover bits stuck inside (or under) the coating. This means less scrubbing and more time spent
Follow these five simple steps to season your nonstick frying pan!
- Clean your frying pan thoroughly and dry it well.
- Pour about 2 teaspoons of oil into the pan and wipe it up with a cloth or paper towel until it’s completely dry.
- Place the frying pan on medium-high heat and wait for 5 minutes, during which time you should not touch it or move it in any way.
- Put 1 tsp of butter in the pan and let it melt, then swish it around gently to ensure even coverage.
- Turn off the heat and allow it to cool before using it again!