Kitchen: 05 mistakes to avoid so as not to damage your non-stick pans
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Pans, pots and more are must-haves in the kitchen. However, certain gestures can damage your cookware. So, to ensure a long life for your kitchen utensils, and especially the precious non-stick pan, discover the mistakes to avoid.
Pans are very popular in the kitchen because, in addition to being suitable for cooking with very little fat, they help us cook any type of food effortlessly without it sticking to the bottom. They are certainly very useful and easy to handle, but, as always, you have to use them in the right way and be careful not to damage them or risk removing the non-stick coating and then having to throw them away. Here are some mistakes to avoid in order to always have efficient stoves and cook safely.
Do not spread the oil on the stove
A burnt non-stick pan can be damaged. It remains a delicate object that requires careful handling during use and cleaning. The advice is simple: avoid putting the oil in the pan without distributing it evenly. Pour a small amount of oil in the bottom of the cooking utensil then use a small brush to spread it on the smooth surface of the pan. In this way, you will no longer have to deal with burning problems. Of course, that doesn’t mean leaving the nonstick pan on the heat for too long!
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Adding oil at the wrong time to the non-stick pan
While it is customary to heat the pan on the kitchen table first before adding oil or butter, this differs for non-stick cookware. Indeed, the addition should be done on a still cold surface. On the one hand, the non-stick effect of the pan is enhanced by the oil before the food can absorb it. On the other hand, many non-stick pans heated without oil or butter are likely to give off potentially harmful fumes.
Heat the nonstick skillet using high heat
If you want to protect the nonstick surface of the pan, heat it over medium or low heat. It is also advisable to refer to the manufacturer’s manual for the maximum recommended temperature before using the pan or putting it in the oven. This avoids damaging the object and encountering possible incidents. But if you are not sure if the utensil is oven safe, it is better to be careful not to put your non-stick pans on it. For this, opt for stainless steel pans that can go in the oven or even cast iron pans.
Improper use of a sponge to clean a non-stick pan
Cleaning the non-stick pan is an important criterion to prolong its life. To clean it properly, use the soft side of the sponge, microfiber cloths and soft brushes with dish soap. On the other hand, we avoid scouring pads, steel wool sponge and all abrasive products of this type. It is also recommended to favor hand washing for pans rather than the dishwasher. While the latter can clean them effectively, it also loses their non-stick properties.
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Use of wrong cooking utensils when handling the non-stick pan
Some utensils should not touch the nonstick surface of the pan so as not to scratch it. Objects such as silverware and any other stainless steel objects should therefore be avoided. So choose heat-resistant and wooden spoons and spatulas.
In addition, by adopting the measures described in the article, you contribute to considerably improving the life of your non-stick pan.
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