Removing carbon from cast iron skillet

myra byanka
myra byanka February 27, 2013

I recently came across a rusty, carbon encrusted dskillet in a garage sale and tried to restore it. I got out the rust, but the carbon continues to flake off and I can't cook with It. Have tried salt, grill brush, soaking in vinegar and water (worked for the rust). I do not have a torch, access to a fire, won't use oven cleaner, carbon remover, or lye. Want a natural method without chemicals. Thanks, Myra

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Claudia lamascolo
Claudia lamascolo March 1, 2013 23:28
Re: Removing carbon from cast iron skillet

AWESOME TIP Thanks!

Jann from PA
Jann from PA March 4, 2013 23:56
Re: Removing carbon from cast iron skillet

After removing the rust, you must re-season it with oil...have you done that? Use a self-cleaning oven. I have heard that works...if you don't have one, ask around...good luck!

myra byanka
myra byanka March 6, 2013 22:00
Re: Removing carbon from cast iron skillet

Don't have a self-cleaning oven. Have a gas oven, but thanks.

Myra

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