Video about Cast iron Dutch oven re-seasoning techniques
Advantages
- - Cast Iron Dutch Oven can keep heat for a long time. After cooking
- -There is a coating of tureen Prevent food from sticking to the pot
- - Lodge EC1D43 Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven is inexpensive when compared to other same size ovens of other brands.
- - Can be used with all types of stoves, including incubators
- - Not damaged when cooking food at high temperatures.
- -There are 2 handles on both sides of the pot for stable holding
- - The lid of the oven is tightened, increasing the pressure inside the pot, accelerating the ripening of food.
- - Designed to distribute heat throughout all parts of the oven Therefore the food is thoroughly cooked.
- - The handle of the tureen lid is made of heat insulation.
Disadvantages
- - Need to use oven gloves To lift the tureen to serve food
- - Very heavy because it is Cast Iron
- - Tureen handles are not made with heat insulation.
Cast Iron Dutch Oven is the name of a cast iron pot. Which has its origin from the Dutch by name Popular for use in making all kinds of food Especially stewed food Because it can store heat very well Resulting in fuel economy And the food will stay warm for a long time, very durable, can keep for ten years Can be used with all types of stoves, including ovens.
In the bread circles of western style There are many people who choose to use this cast iron pot to make. Because it can store steam well The resulting bread will come out with a thin, crispy crust, beautiful cavity, just like when used in an industrial oven.
Baked bread is very beautiful Thin crispy crust like you like Very easy to use as the seller ordered in Flat pan + deep pan Making when taking the bread in the pot, not risk scalding the hand Also easy to cut.
Another advantage is It makes baking your own artisan bread much easier. No need to worry about finding a spray to find a rock to support various methods of creating steam. There is only this set of pots. Finish. While also being able to cook other foods as well If you are someone who likes to cook or make western style bread, it's worth it.
Disadvantages found since use Meaning it's very heavy Can't raise one hand, must be two hands and with very good heat retention Makes it very hot Even if wearing gloves, then must hurry to lift, hurry to put Otherwise it will get hot through the glove.
Customer Reviews
☺ - I use special care when cleaning Do not use steel wool to scrub because it will scratch the oven.
Soaking the water for a long time before cleaning will cause the oven to rust. Therefore, when the cooking is finished, just wait for the pot to cool down and clean with a sponge.
Someone once advised me that even using a scrubbing sponge The oven coating can come off if the abrasive cleaning is still hot.
☺ - I use a cast iron oven almost every day because it is not fried cooking so there is no problem with the food being in the oven. Its disadvantage is the expensive price of $ 47.46.
☺ - Compare each Cast Iron Dutch Oven brand.
Milo 5.5 Quart Dutch Oven (Top Pick) $ 95
Le Creuset Signature 5.5 Quart (Runner Up) $ 349.95
Lodge Enameled 6 Quart (Best Price) $ 57.99
Staub 5.75 Quart Cocotte $ 263.95
* I already have the cast iron pan at the Lodge and I'm impressed with the quality. Therefore it is not surprising that I will choose the Cast Iron Dutch Oven of the Lodge brand which is much cheaper than other brands.
☺ - Dutch Oven can be used with all types of stoves Or can be placed in an oven. Inside the Lodge EC1D43 Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven, there is no spot temperature. Evenly heated everywhere All food therefore cooked evenly.
☺ - Cleaning is easy, even if the Cast Iron Dutch Oven is large.
1. Wait for the Cast Iron Dutch Oven to cool down.
2. Use Scotch Brite to wipe away all food waste. ** Do not use steel wool to scrub absolutely will cause the coating to come off.
3. Soapy water + sponge to wipe off food stains and grease
4. Wash Dutch Oven with water.
5. Use a dry towel to dry
☺ -I invested in Cast Iron Pan, Pot, Dutch Oven for something that can be used for over 50 years. Some cookware is older than me because I received it from my parents. It is worth buying the EC1D43 Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven for $ 47.46. It will stay in our kitchen until my son goes to university and I will give it to him when he has to go to the university dormitory.
☺ - Even if the gas stove is turned on to medium heat within 3-5 minutes, the Dutch Oven's water boils quickly. So making soup is easy.
☺ - There is no easier way to cook than a Dutch Oven. Inside the Dutch Oven there is a coating to prevent the pot from sticking. It works best and the potter helps to clean the Cast Iron Dutch Oven. With convenience because just using a cloth to wipe the food stain will stop sticking to the cloth completely out, no need to exert scrubbing.
☺ - The advantage of Cast Iron Dutch Oven is that it is highly resistant to impact and heat. But the result is durability. The weight of the oven is 2.4 kg.
It's a holiday cooking helper. With medium heat cooking with the Dutch Oven, such as grilled sausages, bacon fries, potato fries, grilled meats, baked vegetables and more, waiting to welcome neighbors to socialize at my house on the weekend. It's an easy thing and everyone is happy.
Many people think that the most boring party is washing the container. This is true, but not with Dutch Oven because just add water to wait for the oven temperature to cool down. It may take up to 10-15 minutes because the Cast Iron Dutch Oven is able to keep and maintain heat for a long time.
☺ - If there is no cliff, it is a good pan. With a deep baking pot that can contain large quantities of food, suitable for medium-sized families. It is recommended that lifting the tureen after cooking has to be done with heat-insulating materials.
☺ - Caution in opening the lid of the pot after cooking Due to the high pressure of steam inside the pot (Opening the lid, do not look straight at the moment, there may be danger of steam pressure and high temperature). Must open the lid and wait for the steam to transfer for a few seconds.
☺ - Taste and colorful. Baked food prepared with Cast Iron Oven such as toast, Roti pizza, Spring roll has the same quality as baking in a large food oven.
☺ - It is true that meat, chicken, fish, pork, beef when grilled with Cast Iron Dutch Oven are not stuck on the pan or are burnt at all.
Even if the meat is a large piece But with the Dutch heat spreader design, the meat is evenly distributed throughout the piece.
Dutch Oven can be used with all types of heating stoves.
☺ - I intend to buy Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven but have not decided which brand to choose.
* Le Creuset has a reputation for quality as being number 1 (but the price is too high for me to buy)
** Lodge Enameled and I was advised that Lodge Enameled has quality points. Which can use the same cooking as the normal Cast Iron Dutch Oven (but is 6X cheaper than Le Creuset), so I chose the Lodge without hesitation.
Lodge Enameled requires care to protect the coating to prevent wrinkles. Although well maintained, does not cause any wrinkles Grilling meat dishes is still sticking and burning on the bottom of the pot that cannot be scrubbed or removed. From this case, it was my misfortune and despair. Causing me to start testing on washing the burnt bottom of the pot.
Until finally having a bright way to easily remove stains stuck on the bottom of the pot as follows
1. Use soap and water into the pot for 10 minutes.
2. Use the device for scrubbing pots that are silicone scraper that does not destroy the coating.
3. Silicone scraper. Scrape the burn with the bottom of the doctor carefully. To prevent wrinkles
☺ - We are concerned about the acidic cooking in the Cast Iron Dutch Oven, where acidic foods will destroy the coating of the oven.
But I was happy that when I was washing the skin, the Cast Iron Dutch Oven's skin was still smooth and there was no wrinkles.
Want those who love Cast Iron Cookware to switch to Lodge Enameled, which can be bought at a reasonable price.
☺ - I am looking for an enamel cast iron oven to bring to work in the kitchen. I heard the most famous is the brand Le Creuset, so search for the details of it immediately. It is perfectly perfect to have in the kitchen. But when he learned the price of it Makes me dizzy I almost fainted because the price is almost $ 500. I can't complain. I couldn't bring nearly $ 500 to buy just one pan. I therefore looked for other alternatives.
The second option is the Lodge Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven. The details and features are good, although somewhat inferior to Le Creuset. But I read the label indicating that Enamel Cast Iron made in China made me think hard. Because the reputation of products manufactured in China are often inferior quality The price is cheaper than other brands.
But because it's cheaper than other brands, I have to find customer reviews from many websites that sell Lodge Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven. Most of them vote in the same direction that It works great, impressive. So I ordered it through the website.
☺ - Making stewed chicken is easy With a lid to increase the pressure, allowing the chicken to cook quickly and has a soft touch (Those who wear dentures can easily eat this stewed chicken. No more sticky of chicken. The lid has a ergonomic grip.
But opening the lid of the pot requires a heat-resistant glove to hold in order to open the lid of the pot.
☺ - As used There are more than ten pans in my house.
* Stainless steel cookware, light, thin, not expensive, fast heating, suitable for fast food cooking, like boiling, stir-frying, curry, fried in a Thai-Chinese kitchen.
* Cookware cast iron is thick, very heavy, expensive and can be heated in the oven slowly but overheats for very high heat. Suitable for grilling, to be charred or stewed for many hours
* Cookware Non-stick is similar to stainless steel that uses a lot less oil. The disadvantage is that the heat is very high, like a nab steak or stir-fried morning glory and cannot be used for a short time. In a few years the floor would deteriorate, peeling or sticking to the pan.
* Cookware Copper, best heat dissipation, never been used, seen as very expensive
Chinese wok is also good. Stir-fry vegetables
If put in a set, for beauty, stainless or non-stick, will be more suitable for Thai kitchens. But I like to buy one at a time according to preference and the menu I want to make.
☺ - Cookware Copper is very expensive and difficult to maintain.
Stainless steel cookware tend to cook in a pan if the temperature is not at And if already burned Scrubbing so tired before getting shiny like before.
Cookware Non-stick is good for small frying pans for frying eggs, making an omelet or dutch oven, perfect for boiling boiled rice or water-based food, so flour won't burn on the bottom if you don't stir all the time.
Cast iron. Buy one. Enough. To make steaks But it's difficult to maintain the season beforehand (if not buying preseason) and then before storage must set low heat, remove oil, coating thin, rustproof.
If there is a separate kitchen, if using the whole set, we will buy a non-stick Because we use it as a treatment, but if the child helps, then ... Round aluminum pan
☺ - Baked pork stew with red wine pot
The taste is soft, soft, inviting. The taste is not strong but mellow and classic.
Dutch oven, gas oven characteristics, use with gas stove pot With a closed lid
The pot material is made of steel with a thick casting process. And has a weight that is quite heavy (Weight of the tureen with lid weighing 10 kg)
This type of pot has advantages in use. Good heat retention Making the space in the bottom of the pot beautiful colors And the meat is moist
And most importantly, a tall pot Still makes the kitchen clean Because the fried object won't spill over
In order to compare with the use of low-style pots for cooking
Actually
What material to soften?
The result was also the same. Whether cast iron pot, aluminum, stainless steel
Only the use of cast iron pots
Will shorten time To make the meat reach the point of being cooked well faster
And beautiful color because the iron provides consistent heat
☺ - Cleaning the cast iron oven is easy By pouring hot water into the pot and scrubbing the surface gently with a silicone device Will not damage and ruin the oven
☺ - Family kitchenware is something that is loved by the members of that home. It is impossible to lend a neighbor a loan to cook.
Therefore, to prove the property of The cast iron oven between Le Creuset VS Lodge Enameled took place.
* I ask my neighbors to see the cooking with the Le Creuset.
1. Notice how the oven preparation process before use
2. The amount of food to be packed in the tureen (half tureen)
3. Condiments That may affect the coating of the oven (Tomato sauce)
4. Heating the oven What type of stove is used (gas stove)
5. What is the increase in heat for cooking? (Medium heat)
6. Duration of cooking (7 - 10 minutes)
7. All beef that has been thoroughly cooked
8. Pot weight + food (similar)
9. Holding the pot Raise the pot to serve food.
10. The tureen lid handle is made of heat insulation (the same)
11. Keeping heat for a minute (approximately 30 minutes without opening the lid of the tureen)
12. Cleaning the tureen
* Overall, the difference between Le Creuset and Lodge Enameled is only a small detail.
* But at a very different price I think it is just a marketing plan so that customers think expensive things must always be better.
☺ - I will gladly pay more to get a good quality cast iron oven. Non-stick meat dishes But the sauce ingredients will become sticky and become black stains, burned at the bottom of the pot. Don't worry about this little problem.
Burnt black stains on the bottom of the pot can be scrubbed gently with Sponge for washing dishes Makes it easy to wash off Without any wrinkles at all
* As someone who likes to test things around them I took the cast iron casserole that still has the burnt sauce on the bottom of the pot to the dishwasher. The result is cleanliness that does not damage the Lodge Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven.
☺ - We have used Lodge cast iron products for a long time. Now we have a red Dutch Oven. We take turns cooking for various occasions such as weekends. Celebrate New Year's Day, Christmas, Birthday Parties and other celebrations.
For example, food made with cast iron tureen such as crispy pork tureen, dessert, curry paste, minced pork cubes, BBQ, grilled pork, New Orleans chicken wings, salt fried chicken wings, grilled chicken, fried pork with spicy flavor, Brownies, grilled fish and many other foods. In which those foods do not adhere to the bottom of the pot at all Also easy to clean
The Lodge Dutch Oven is therefore a celebration for us.
☺ - I got the opinion of the Dutch Oven of many brands. I paid attention to the affordable Dutch Dutch Oven.
And there are disadvantages and advantages at the same time It is heavy because the tureen is thick, but it makes the tureen durable.
* We put enough food to cook enough for our member number is 3 people only (want to eat all in one meal).
* I will not cook the full volume of the Lodge Dutch Oven because the recommendations of customer reviews say that it will be heavy enough to lift and be especially careful if cooking with the Dutch Oven and bringing it into the oven. Dutch Oven weight + food + heat + oven narrowness to lift the pot out ------> What follows is danger.
* Cleaning is easy. Even though the color of the pot has changed from baking the sauce But that's not a problem Brown stains caused by burnt sauces can be easily wiped off with just a little sponge and dish soap.
* I use this tureen almost every day because it can cook almost any kind of food.
☺ - When asked about good quality products, everyone will think about expensive products.
In my decision when wanting to make a purchase I will consider these things.
* Criticism of usage that can be read from social media
* Properties indicated on the product label
* Price of the product Which most of the expensive prices are of good quality
* Suitable size for the number of family members
* Product warranty
* Customer Reviews of each product
** But in the end, the product buyer will know best for their pros and cons.
*** Lodge Enameled 6 Quart Even though it's not expensive, the quality is equal to the Le Creuset.
**** Our family will continue to support the Lodge in other categories.
☺ - I almost had to pay to Le Creuset just because I believed in cooking and didn't stick, which is really the case.
But Cast Iron Dutch Oven where the food is not jammed not only with Le Creuset.
Lodge Enameled is the solution for the Cast Iron Dutch Oven, where food is not jammed while cooking. Easy to clean The pot can distribute heat throughout all parts. It is the best choice.
I also plan to buy a pan from the lodge.
☺ - The Lodge Cast Iron Dutch Oven has enough space to put meat, vegetables and broth in the tasting pot only once. When finished cooking, be careful to lift the pot on the table. (The tableware should have a non-baking sheet to prevent the heat from damaging the oven). Lifting the oven requires gloves for the oven to be safe.
* The Dutch Oven will maintain the tension for more than 30 minutes if the lid is not opened. Will be like a heater for the dining table on a cold day.
☺ - When I receive the product on time for the appointment. I read in detail how to use the tureen I can't wait to just leave it. Recipe: Beef Stew Let's see how to do it.
raw material
Pork (coarsely chopped) 500 grams (Use lean pork to get soft)
• 500 grams pork (finely chopped)
• Onion (finely chopped) 1 head
• 2 teaspoons ground pepper
• 1 tablespoon of finely chopped (finely chopped)
• 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
• 2-3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon Italian Seasoning powder (optional)
• 1 egg
• 1 carrot, peeled, cut into glasses (about 1 / 2-1 cm thick)
Stew water ingredients
• Fresh butter
• 1 large onion, sliced
• 1 diced tomatoes
• 2-3 tablespoons of canned meat (Tomato Paste) (if you can, add more ketchup)
• 5 tablespoons tomato sauce
• 1 teaspoon salt
• Ground pepper
• 1-2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1-2 tablespoons soy sauce
• Stock or plain water (take a little bit to cover the pork)
• 1 cube pork flavor soup
• 4-5 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning powder (optional)
• Onion, small head (the size of a lemon When eating, can eat the whole child in one word. Cute too)
The method of cooking is very simple: just put all the ingredients in a cast iron oven and close the lid. And turn on medium heat. Let the Dutch Oven do its job.
Wait 15-20 minutes, the food will be cooked. Ready to be eaten. Iron pot keeps heat long Easy to clean, just use a detergent to rub with a sponge.
☺ - I bought an oven for fast cooking. And I like it that doesn't require any cooking steps We only do meat, vegetables, seasonings, add a little broth and then cover the lid, turn on the heat from the gas stove. Wait for the food to be cooked from the alarm clock setting. We therefore spend time doing other activities while waiting for the food to be cooked. Our family loves it very much. Only Americans will not believe it in products that indicate they are made in China. But after using this Dutch Oven, the attitude of Chinese products has changed.
☺ - Colors shown on the website or on the product box. Does not match the product received But has been resolved by the Call Center, allowing to receive products that match the needs.
☺ - I like to test and try out quality products according to the instructions Because the advice is based on real experience and is shared with others.
But there is one thing the user didn't tell me about the weight of the tumbler which is included with the food It is too heavy for me to handle.
So I can cook by baking bread. Or only cooking food that doesn't weigh a lot
☺ - Around the stains on the bottom of the pot, it is difficult to scrub off so I have to use Scotch Brite 3M Green to scrub it violently, so the stain is all removed. Abrasion intensity may cause the coating to peel off. After about 3-4 months of usage, the bottom of the pot begins to show signs of rusting up. How can I solve the problem?
According to the method of coating the pot, use vegetable oil.
1. Scrub the bottom of the pot that has rusted completely.
2. Wash and wipe dry
3. Use vegetable oil to wipe the bottom of the pot all over.
4. Set on the gas stove Turn on medium heat
5. Wait until the oil has completely evaporated from the bottom of the pan.
6. Let the dry cloth wipe the bottom of the pot to dry completely.
7. Keep the oven in a place without moisture.
* After cooking, I must carry out the above steps to prevent rusting on a regular basis. If not rusted, will return We are currently looking for new models or other brands from many websites.
☺ - Wrapping the lid in the wrong way Or closed with violence will adversely affect the edge of the pot Causing the scraps of the coating to slip into the bottom of the pot. Before every cooking, use a baking towel to get rid of all the debris.
☺ - It is difficult to reverse the biopsy in the cast iron pot. Because packing many kinds of food will be heavy weight. Unlike cooking with a pan.
☺ - I order from the website of one company Once received, the condition is complete, exactly as seen on the website. When I use it, I will review it next time. But if you say how you feel when you get your Dutch Oven, I can say that it is heavy.
☺ - The reason I do not recommend this Dutch Oven is that after 1 year of use, the wear and tear of the coating will be crushed and powdered into the food. May be harmful to our family. So we don't use this Dutch Oven anymore.
Lodge EC1D43 Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven, 1.5-Quart, Red
