Welcome to your guide to Karbon Steel care! This collection includes a wok, paella pan, two half-moon pans, Classic Joe® griddle, and Big Joe® griddle. Follow along in this guide or in your owner's manual to learn how-to clean your pans!
Always clean your Karbon Steel product by hand. Never put the Karbon Steel product in the dishwasher. Never soak your Karbon Steel product. When needed, re-season your Karbon Steel product after cleaning to ensure longevity. Learn how to season your product.
How-To Clean your Wok
- After your wok has completely cooled, wipe out any excess cooking oil with a paper towel or kitchen towel.
- Never use an abrasive scrubbing tool to clean your wok.
- If needed, use a plastic spatula to scrape stuck on food. You can also use coarse salt and oil as a scrub.
- For very stubborn foods. Simmer some water in your wok for 3-5 minutes and then scrape clean with a plastic tool. When doing this, use extreme caution as the wok will be very hot. Drain the water and allow the wok to fully cool before moving to the next step.
- Wash your wok with warm water and a soft sponge.
- Dry thoroughly with an absorbent paper towel or kitchen towel. If you notice any residue on your towel, that is completely normal. That is some of the wok's seasoning. No harm is being done to your product.
- Before storing, apply a very thin layer of oil or seasoning wax to your wok. Always store in a cool, dry place. The thin layer of oil will protect your wok and keep it ready for your next cook.
- Sometimes, after cleaning, your wok will need to be re-seasoned. Learn how to re-season your product.
How-To Clean your Paella Pan
- After your paella pan has completely cooled, wipe out any excess cooking oil with a paper towel or kitchen towel.
- Never use an abrasive scrubbing tool to clean your paella pan.
- If needed, use a plastic spatula to scrape stuck on food. You can also use coarse salt and oil as a scrub.
- For very stubborn foods. Simmer some water in your paella pan for 3-5 minutes and then scrape clean with a plastic tool. When doing this, use extreme caution as the paella pan will be very hot. Drain the water and allow the paella pan to fully cool before moving to the next step.
- Wash your paella pan with warm water and a soft sponge.
- Dry thoroughly with an absorbent paper towel or kitchen towel. If you notice any residue on your towel, that is completely normal. That is some of the paella pan's seasoning. No harm is being done to your product.
- Before storing, apply a very thin layer of oil or seasoning wax to your paella pan. Always store in a cool, dry place. The thin layer of oil will protect your paella pan and keep it ready for your next cook.
- Sometimes, after cleaning, your paella pan will need to be re-seasoned. Learn how to re-season your product.
How-To Clean your Half-Moon Pans
- After your half-moon pan has completely cooled, wipe out any excess cooking oil with a paper towel or kitchen towel.
- Never use an abrasive scrubbing tool to clean your half-moon pan.
- If needed, use a plastic spatula to scrape stuck on food. You can also use coarse salt and oil as a scrub.
- For very stubborn foods. Simmer some water in your half-moon pan for 3-5 minutes and then scrape clean with a plastic tool. When doing this, use extreme caution as the half-moon pan will be very hot. Drain the water and allow the half-moon pan to fully cool before moving to the next step.
- Wash your half-moon pan with warm water and a soft sponge.
- Dry thoroughly with an absorbent paper towel or kitchen towel. If you notice any residue on your towel, that is completely normal. That is some of the half-moon pan's seasoning. No harm is being done to your product.
- Before storing, apply a very thin layer of oil or seasoning wax to your half-moon pan. Always store in a cool, dry place. The thin layer of oil will protect your half-moon pan and keep it ready for your next cook.
- Sometimes, after cleaning, your half-moon pan will need to be re-seasoned. Learn how to re-season your product.
How-To Clean your Classic Joe or Big Joe Griddle
- After your griddle has completely cooled, wipe out any excess cooking oil with a paper towel or kitchen towel.
- Never use an abrasive scrubbing tool to clean your griddle.
- If needed, use a plastic spatula to scrape stuck on food. You can also use coarse salt and oil as a scrub.
- For very stubborn foods. Simmer some water on your griddle for 3-5 minutes and then scrape clean with a plastic tool. When doing this, use extreme caution as the griddle will be very hot. Drain the water and allow the griddle to fully cool before moving to the next step.
- Wash your griddle with warm water and a soft sponge.
- Dry thoroughly with an absorbent paper towel or kitchen towel. If you notice any residue on your towel, that is completely normal. That is some of the griddle's seasoning. No harm is being done to your product.
- Before storing, apply a very thin layer of oil or seasoning wax to your griddle. Always store in a cool, dry place. The thin layer of oil will protect your griddle and keep it ready for your next cook.
- Sometimes, after cleaning, your griddle will need to be re-seasoned. Learn how to re-season your product.
