How Do You Season Porcelain Enamel Cookware?
Porcelain enamel cookware, sometimes called enamelware, is one of the most durable and versatile types of cookware used in kitchens. To create enamelware, manufacturers coat steel, cast iron or aluminum forms with a porcelain glaze, then bake them at a high temperature to permanently seal the glaze to the metal. Porcelain is usually nonporous, but it can be susceptible to scratches and chips with age, so it’s important to season enamelware. Seasoning is a simple process that involves coating the cooking surface with carbonized oil to prevent further damage and maintain its semi-nonstick quality. This process extends the life of cookware. Coat the inside of the enamelware piece liberally with peanut oil. Make sure the sides are coated. Place the cookware on the burner of your stove. Turn on the heat to high and watch the piece carefully. The oil should be extremely hot, but it should not smoke. Keep the heat high for a few minutes, then turn it off. Let the cookware cool completely. Wip
