How to clean a rusty iron pot

How to clean a rusty iron pot? The most popular cleaning methods on the Internet revealed

In the past 10 days, "How to clean rusty iron pots" has become a hot search topic in the lifestyle topic. The following is a comprehensive summary of popular discussion data from major platforms (Douyin, Xiaohongshu, Baidu Index):

1. White vinegar + salt boiling method (recommended by experts)

Breakdown of steps:

1. Mix white vinegar and water in a 1:3 ratio (to cover rust stains)
2. Add 2 tablespoons of salt and bring to a boil, then turn off the heat
3. Let it cool and then scrub with a sponge.
4. Rinse with clean water, dry and apply oil.

Notice:This method is effective on heavy rust, but it must be thoroughly deodorized after use.

2. Potato + coarse salt physical rust removal method

Practical points:

• Halve potatoes and dip in coarse salt
• Rub the rust spots in firm, circular motions
• Stubborn rust stains can be repeated 3 times
•Finally wipe with ginger slices to prevent rust

Actual test feedback from Xiaohongshu user @ Chef A Fen: "Medium rust stains will take effect in 5 minutes without any chemical residue."

3. Key skills for anti-rust maintenance

According to the experimental data of Douyin food blogger @老饭谷:

1. After cleaning, it is necessary toDry completely(The rust rate caused by residual water vapor increases by 300%)
2. Recommended usepeanut oilMaintenance (the best effect is to form a protective film)
3. Before using the new pot for the first time, it is necessary toHigh temperature bluingdeal with

4. Early warning of common misunderstandings

• ❌ Steel ball scrubbing (destroy the anti-rust layer)
• ❌ Long-term use of dishwashing liquid (accelerates oxidation)
• ❌ Stored in humid environment (rust will occur within 48 hours)

Baidu search data shows that the search volume related to "iron pot maintenance" has skyrocketed by 215% in the past seven days. It is recommended to collect the scientific methods introduced in this article. If you encounter iron pots made of special materials (such as enamel cast iron pots), it is recommended to consult the manufacturer before handling.