How to Clean a Burnt Pan: 4 Simple and Effective Tips (Page 2 ) | August 23, 2025

1. Baking soda and white vinegar
Ingredients needed:
Baking soda
White vinegar
Hot water
Sponge or soft brush
Steps to follow:
Sprinkle a generous amount of baking soda on the bottom of the burnt pan.
Pour a small amount of white vinegar over the baking soda. An effervescent reaction will occur.
Let the mixture sit for a few minutes to act on the burnt residue.
Add hot water to cover the affected areas and let it sit for 15 minutes.
Using a soft sponge or brush, scrub the surface to remove any burnt food debris.
Rinse with clean water and dry the pan.
2. Coarse salt and potato
Ingredients needed:
Coarse salt
A raw potato
Olive oil (optional)
Steps to follow:
Cut the potato in half.
Sprinkle coarse salt over the burnt surface of the pan.
Use the cut part of the potato to rub the salt over the burned areas, using circular motions.
Continue rubbing until the residue comes off.
Rinse the pan with warm water and dry it completely.
Optionally, apply a thin layer of olive oil to protect the surface.
3. Laundry detergent and hot water
Ingredients needed:
Laundry Powder Detergent
Hot water
Sponge or soft brush
Steps to follow:
Fill the pan with hot water, covering the burned areas.
Add a tablespoon of laundry detergent powder to the water.
Let the mixture sit for at least 15 minutes.
Using a soft sponge or brush, scrub the affected areas until the residue is removed.
Rinse the pan thoroughly with clean water to remove any detergent residue.
Dry the pan completely before storing.
4. Coca-Cola
Ingredients needed:
Coke
Sponge or soft brush
Steps to follow:
Pour enough Coca-Cola into the pan to cover the burned areas.
Heat the pan over low heat for about 30 minutes.
Remove the pan from the heat and let the drink sit for a few minutes.
Using a soft sponge or brush, scrub the affected areas to remove any burnt residue.
Rinse the pan thoroughly with clean water to remove any residue from the drink.
Dry the pan completely before storing.
Additional tips:
Avoid using metal scouring pads or abrasive products that can damage the surface of the pan.
To prevent future burns, cook at moderate temperatures and use appropriate kitchen utensils.
Clean the pan immediately after use to prevent residue from sticking and being harder to remove.
With these methods and tips, you can keep your pans in excellent condition and prolong their lifespan.

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