Step 6 of 11 · Cast Iron Seasoning and Rescue
Apply a nearly invisible oil coat
Apply a nearly invisible oil coat — step 6 of 11 in Cast Iron Seasoning and Rescue. Put ½ tsp oil in the warm pan. Wipe with paper towel as if you are trying to remove all of it. What remains is enough.
Free food & cooking tip: Apply a nearly invisible oil coat (step 6 of 11 from "Cast Iron Seasoning and Rescue").
Put ½ tsp oil in the warm pan. Wipe with paper towel as if you are trying to remove all of it. What remains is enough.
Thick shiny oil = sticky failure. Matte thin film = success.
You'll need
- Oil wiped to thin film
- Handle and rim wiped
- No puddles
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