The advantage of having a set of non-stick saucepans is that they do not stick, allowing you to cook away without having to worry about scrubbing pots and pans after every meal.

Well, that’s the way it should work if the saucepans are properly cared for. Fortunately, it takes a lot of abuse to actually damage a non-stick saucepan, although with the wrong utensils, they can easily be ruined.

How should we clean non-stick saucepans?

Let the pan cool completely

After you have dished up the meal, leave the pan to cool down by itself. Do not be tempted to soak or rinse the saucepan in cold water as this can warp the pan and also ruin the surface.

Rinse with warm soapy water

Once the pan has cooled down you should rinse it in lukewarm water to remove any food particles. Using warm water rather than hot water will ensure that the pan lasts longer.

Use a sponge to clean

Apply some dish soap to a sponge and scrub the entire surface of the pan. This will remove any traces of food. Rinse thoroughly.

Dry the saucepan

You should dry the saucepan with a soft, clean cloth. It is best not to leave the pans to air dry.

How to store

Non-stick saucepans should be stored either vertically on a dish rack or with a piece of paper towel placed between them to protect the surface from any scratches.

Some tips for cleaning non stick pans

Use baking soda to remove any burns

For extra dirty pans you should mix a teaspoon of baking soda with a teaspoon or two of water. Mix to a paste, rub on the surface with a sponge, not an abrasive scrubbing pad.

Stay away from cooking sprays

Cooking sprays and cooking oils with low smoking points will leave the surface with a build-up of grime. Rather stick to oils such as sesame, canola and avocado.

Avoid the dishwasher

Although some non-stick pots and pans are advertised as dishwasher safe, you will  get best results by hand washing them. The abrasive detergent along with high heat can damage the non-stick coating.

Avoid steel wool

While steel wool will work well on stainless steel pots and pans, it will very quickly damage the surface of your non-stick pots. Use a soft sponge instead.

Final thoughts

Although it does not need it, like cast iron pots, any non-stick cookware will benefit from a few drops of oil rubbed into the surface before and after use. Apply with a paper towel or soft cloth and you can be sure that your non-stick saucepans will last for many years.

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