Brilio.net - Cooking stir-fries does run the risk of burning and crusting the bottom of the pan. This happens because stir-fries are cooked using little water, so the food easily sticks to the bottom of the pan. If left unchecked, the burnt crust will thicken. In addition to contaminating the food, burnt crust also runs the risk of making holes in the pan. If it has holes, the pan cannot be used anymore.
Cleaning the bottom of a pot that has crust is not an easy job. Even though it has been washed repeatedly, the burnt crust on the bottom of the pot often still sticks. Some people usually pour citric acid or vinegar into the pot. Both of these ingredients are known to have high acid content that can remove stubborn stains.
However, if you don't have citric acid, don't worry. There is another way that is no less effective to remove burnt crust on the bottom of the pan. This trick was shared by TikTok user @abhisyafootwear, who only uses two kitchen ingredients.
As reported by BrilioFood from TikTok @abhisyafootwear on Wednesday (11/27), the ingredients used are 1 lemon and baking soda. Without needing to rinse first, squeeze the lemon directly into the pan.
photo: TikTok/@abhisyafootwear
The lemon pulp does not need to be thrown away, but put it in the pan. Once done, then add 1 tbsp of baking soda as a mixture to clean the pan.
"Pour a little water then heat the pan while stirring with a spatula," he said.
photo: TikTok/@abhisyafootwear
Reported from thespruce.com, a mixture of lemon juice and baking soda will produce gas bubbles that can lift stubborn stains. This can be seen in the video, the burnt crust on the bottom of the pan immediately falls off. If so, turn off the stove and discard the natural cleaning solution.
photo: TikTok/@abhisyafootwear
Without the need to wash with soap, immediately rinse the pan with running water. While scrubbing the inside to make sure the pan is clean.
photo: TikTok/@abhisyafootwear