• Cethin@lemmy.zip
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    2 months ago

    First, you can totally clean cast iron with soap and it’s not an issue. The “seasoning” is oil that has polymerized. It’s not coming off without scraping, assuming you’re using a modern soap that doesn’t have lye.

    Second, your cast iron shouldn’t need to be cleaned as frequently because it’s being heated to the point any bacteria should die. Is your food cooked enough that you won’t get sick? The pan was hotter for longer.