Care Instructions
Tajine Care Instructions
To ensure the quality of your Tajine follow the correct care steps to ensure its crowd pleasing quality is upheld for years to come! Please Note: Some tajines are designed for the oven or stovetop, while others are simply used as decorative serving dishes. Do not use a decorative tajine to cook with, they should only to be used to serve from Before CookingBefore you start cooking with your new tajine, you need to first prepare it for use. If you have an unglazed tajine, you need to begin by soaking it in water for up to 24 hours. Once this is done, rub olive oil around the base & inside the lid. You only need a film around it. If there is oil pooling around the base, then you have used too much. Put the tajine in to a cold oven, & heat to 150ºC. After two hours, take the tajine out of the oven. Let it cool & then wash with warm soapy water. Care During UseDo not place your tajine over high heat (can cause cracking) and always use a simmer mat where possible. Depending on your recipe, begin by adding in the meat, seasonings & oil, making sure to layer your ingredients. Vegetables are added in the last half an hour or so, depending on how tender you want them. The tajine creates steam as it cooks, which travels up the lid and falls back down on to the food. Because of this process, you don’t need to add too much liquid. Care After UseAlways allow the tajine to cool before placing it in to hot soapy water for cleaning. Placing it to cool water while still hot may cause thermal shock and damage the enamel on glazed tajines. When cleaning, make sure to pay particular attention to the unglazed rim. This should be cleaned after each use to prevent build-up of grease. DO NOT use metallic scrubbing pads or abrasive cleaning products (e.g.; bleach) as this will damage the enamel. To remove stubborn food, soak in hot water for 15-20 minutes, then wash again. Be sure to dry the lid and base thoroughly, and store in a dry space. Lay the lid on its side for a short while to ensure the rim is completely dry. Store lid and base separately.
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Cast Iron Cookware Care Instructions
To promise the quality of your cast iron is upheld ensure that the correct measures of care are employed. Heat Settings: Avoid using Cast Iron cookware on high heat settings. Optimal cooking results are achieved on low to medium heat settings. High heat may cause the enamel to chip. Cleaning and Maintenance: Before first use and after each subsequent use, wash your Cast Iron cookware in hot, soapy water. Dry it thoroughly before storing. Allow the cookware to cool down before cleaning. Do not immerse hot Cast Iron in water. Avoid using steel wool or abrasive cleaners on enamel-coated cast iron as they can damage the enamel finish. For stubborn food residues, fill the pan with warm water and let it soak for about 20 minutes. Wash with soapy water afterward. A special cleaner is available for tougher stains but is not necessary for regular cleaning. Always ensure your cookware is completely dry before storing to prevent rust. Additional Care Guidelines: Hand Wash Only: Do not clean Cast Iron cookware in the dishwasher. Not Dishwasher or Microwave Safe: Avoid using Cast Iron in dishwashers or microwaves as it may damage the cookware. Following these care instructions will help maintain the quality and prolong the lifespan of your Cast Iron cookware.
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