How to Clean a Grill Pan

To clean a cast iron grill pan, you’ll need to clear away any grease and food, then reseason the pan. Start by pouring any excess grease into a container or into the trash. Don’t pour grease down the drain since it can clog your pipes. Once the grease is gone, add some hot water and salt to the pan, and scrub it with a scrub brush to remove caked-on gunk. Use a scrub brush to rub the salt mixture into the pan. Then, rinse off the salt mixture with hot water and pat the pan dry with a towel, which will prevent rusting. Once it’s dry, use a paper towel to rub a little cooking oil into the pan to reestablish the seasoning. To learn how to clean a nonstick grill pan, read on!