Let us accept it: cooking on a non-stick pan is easy and effortless. But, it is also a fact that coated non-stick pans are not good for human health. Fret not, we have an easy solution for you. We all know that iron cookware makes food tastier and healthier. So, how about converting your regular iron tawa into a non-stick pan for smooth cooking? Here we have prepared five easy steps on how one can convert an iron tawa into a non-stick at home, along with expert inputs on how to use an iron tawa efficiently.
Step 1 Wash & dry completely: Start by cleaning the tawa with hot water and avoid using any dishwashers or harsh detergents. Step 2 Apply oil generously: Use any high-smoke-point oil (gingelly/sesame/groundnut/sunflower) and spread a generous layer all over the cooking surface. Step 4 Season with oil again: Apply oil once more and heat on low flame for 5–7 minutes; let it cool with oil on the surface.
Dry it completely to prevent rusting. Wipe off excess oil. And now your tawa is all set to be used as a non-stick. Chef Sanjeev Kapoor once shared a list of kitchen hacks (dos and don’ts) one must follow while using iron utensils for cooking at home. As per his post, never add lemon juice or anything citrus or acidic when cooking in an iron vessel as it may add a metallic flavour to the final dish. Also, once the food is prepared in an iron vessel, never let it sit in it. Immediately transfer it to a bowl. This helps prevent the food from turning black.
