How To Clean Iron Tawa Using Baking Soda, Hot Water, Vinegar And Other Simple Ingredients

Iron Tawa Cleaning: Tawa or flat iron pan is one of the most used cookware in Indian kitchens. It is commonly used to prepare chapatis, omelettes, and papads among other foods. For years now, iron cookware, especially tawa or pan has been a part of our kitchens for their health benefits. It is said that cooking with iron utensils increases the iron quotient in our food. 

However, do you know that over time with regular usage, grease, and grime continue to accumulate on the surface of the tawa, preventing the nutrients reach your food? This also affects the quality of your food. It is thus important to do regular cleaning of the iron tawa. Let's quickly dive into some simple hacks to clean iron tawa. 

Warm Water And Liquid Soap

• Rinse the tawa with warm water. This will help break down the food particles. 
• Add a few drops of liquid dish soap on the surface. 
• using a sponge, gently scrub the tawa. 
• Rinse again with warm water. 
• Dry the tawa using a soft cloth.

Salt And Lemon Scrub

• Cut a lemon into half and dip in salt. 
• Scrub the tawa with this lemon and salt scrub.
• Let the mixture sit on the tawa for a few minutes. 
• Next, scrub off the tawa with a scrubber. 
• Rinse with warm water and dry with a kitchen cloth.

Water And Vinegar

In a bowl, add equal parts of water and vinegar. Using a sponge, apply this solution to the tawa and start scrubbing gently. Let this sit for a few minutes. Rinse with warm water. 

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Baking Soda Paste

Prepare a mix of baking soda and warm water. Apply this paste on the iron tawa. This will help remove the stubborn stains on the tawa. Let the paste sit for a few minutes and then scrub using a soft sponge. Rinse under warm water. 

Hot Water

Add water to the tawa and bring to a boil. Once the water begins to boil, all the food particles accumulated on the tawa will loosen. Turn off the heat and drain the water. Use a sponge to clean the tawa. Rinse with water and dry.

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Tips To Keep Iron Tawa Clean

• The best way to keep your iron tawa clean is by washing it properly after every use. This will prevent the accumulation of grime on the surface. 
• Do not soak the tawa in water for a long period or it can lead to rusting. 

• Always use a soft sponge or scrubber to clean your tawa or you will end up scratching the surface of the tawa and remove the top layer. 
• Instead of using metal utensils, use a wooden or silicone spatula while cooking on the tawa to avoid scratching. 
• When not in use, place your iron tawa in a dry place. Avoid putting any heavy objects on top of it.  (Vastu tips to place tawa in kitchen)

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