A Ridiculously Easy Way to Clean the Bottom of Your Cast Iron (NO Scrubbing or Hard Chemicals)

I show you how to clean the bottom of a cast iron skillet using a raw potato and a handful of coarse salt. This method works without using oven cleaner or harsh sprays and it clears away years of burnt grease in about ten minutes. In this video, I explain: Why the black crust on the bottom of your pan is actually burnt oil and not the iron itself. How the coarse salt acts as a fine abrasive to break up that brittle carbon layer. Why the moisture from a raw potato creates a slurry that carries the gunk away. How to finish the pan so it stays protected and ready for the stove. You will learn a traditional cleaning skill that keeps your seasoning safe while making the exterior of your cookware look new again.