How to remove burnt residue from a comal

The comal is one of the most important utensils in Mexican cuisine, as it is used to cook corn tortillas, roast chiles for mole, prepare all kinds of snacks and garnishes, and even to reheat all types of dishes. However, it is common for things to stick and burn, but don’t worry, because at kiwilimón we will tell you how to clean burnt comals in no time, take note! How to clean a burnt comal? You were preparing a roasted salsa, you stepped away from the comal for a few minutes, didn’t lower the heat, and when you returned, it was too late. The tomatoes had burned and stuck to the comal, which was covered in impossible-to-remove black residues. This has happened to all of us, but there’s no need to worry, as you only need a couple of ingredients and a little patience to remove the burnt residue from the comal.  Remedy #1 If your comal is a bit tall and not too burnt, then the solution is very easy; you only need a little water and vinegar, take note! Instructions Pour a little water into the comal. Bring the comal to a boil. Add a splash of vinegar and leave on the heat for another 5 minutes. Turn off and let cool. Pour out the water and scrub, the burnt residue will come off the comal very easily! You can also read: How to clean burnt pots?Remedy #2 If your comal has had burnt food residues for quite some time, it is still possible to rescue it, but it will take a little longer.  Ingredients ½ cup of vinegar ¼ cup of baking soda 2 tablespoons of water Instructions Mix all the ingredients until you get a homogeneous mixture.  Spread the mixture over the comal, covering all the burnt areas. Let it rest for at least an hour. After this time, remove the mixture with a spatula, you will see that the burnt residue disappears easily! Rinse and wash your comal with dish soap, it will look like new! Remedy #3 If neither of the two previous remedies worked, don’t despair, as there is still hope for your comal. You will only need things you already have in your pantry! Ingredients 3 tablespoons of baking soda 3 tablespoons of water One sheet of aluminum foil Instructions Mix the baking soda and water until you form a paste. Spread a layer of the mixture over the burnt comal. Let it rest for 30 minutes. Form a ball with the aluminum foil and use it to scrub the burnt comal. Rinse, add a few drops of soap, and continue scrubbing with the aluminum ball.  This method is an incredible option to remove burnt residue from comals, pans and pots, as it is economical, practical, and infallible, don’t hesitate to give it a try! Now that you know how to clean your comal, don’t be afraid of recipes that require roasted ingredients, as they provide an unmatched smoky flavor. At the end of the day, you already have 3 excellent homemade remedies to remove burnt residue from your utensils.  You can also read: How to clean your Teflon cookware