Anodized pans? Cleaning?
Hoping SA would clear some controversy.
I was told that it's bad practice to put anodized non-stick pans in water immediately after cooking; as the water will cause it to degrade
I argue that it's harder to clean after the fat has solidified.
So does adding cold/hot water to hot non-stick anodized pan cause the surface to deteriorate and thus losing it's non-stick abilities?
Best Answer
Teflon-coated pans -- no, not a good idea, as the teflon and metal will contract differently when cooled, causing the layer to separate and flake off (eventually).
Hard-anodized aluminum: may cause warping if the pans aren't too thick, as aluminum isn't that mechanically strong, but the layer shouldn't separate, as it is strongly bonded to the aluminum, being produced from oxidation of the aluminum itself.
Pans that incorporate both teflon and hard-anodization: probably not a good idea to throw into water before cooling.
Indubitably, throwing a hot pan in water will deglaze the grease quite effectively, but if a teflon layer is involved, you are inviting trouble.
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How do you clean anodized cookware?
To clean your hard anodised cookware, use warm water and mild dishwashing soap with a sponge, nylon pad or dishcloth. To prevent water spotting, rinse in warm water after washing and towel dry thoroughly. It is important to clean your cookware thoroughly after each use to prevent staining from food or grease.How do you restore anodized aluminum pans?
If the hard-anodized aluminum cookware has only been in the dishwasher once or twice, you may be able to restore the hard-anodized aluminum surface to its original condition. Use a dry, green Scotch Brite\xae Heavy Duty Scrub Sponge and rub it in the same direction as the grain of the dry pan.How do you clean anodized non stick pans?
InstructionsHow do you care for hard anodized cookware?
Instead, hard-anodized cookware should be cleaned by hand using a normal, mild dish soap and warm water. If you have to scrub, use a dish sponge, dish cloth or nylon pad. If you don't like water spots, you can dry your hard-anodized cookware after you wash it.Cleaning the exterior of your Calphalon Hard Anodized cookware
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