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Removing oil from a cast iron skillet can be done by simply baking the thing on high until all the oil (and everything else) burns off. This may (and probably will) make some smoke, so be advised.
Once all the "stuff" is burned off your cast iron skillet, you can re-season it using a process that is posted elsewhere on this site.
Cleaning motor oil from cast iron is best done in two steps. First, use a solvent and something to wipe it around with. Using gloves and probably some eye protection and working in a ventilated area, wet the rag with solvent and wipe off as much oil as possible.
Following the wipedown, build a little fire in your outdoor fire bowl, or in your BBQ, or somewhere outside where it's safe and burn off the rest of the oil. After "firing" the pan, and burning off everything that was on it, you can re-season it as if it was new per instructions found elsewhere on this site.
Avoid doing any work like this inside as the fumes and/or smoke from the process are bad for living things.
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What is the difference between a normal skillet and a cast iron skillet?
It depends on what you want to do with the skillet. A deep cast iron pot is idea for deep frying, while a more shallow skillet is best for frying or baking.
What is t he value of a Martin cast iron skillet?
what is the value of a martin cast iron skillet size 8 and 3'' deep
What does a cast iron skillet and a meteorite have in common?
Both a cast iron skillet and a meteorite are made primarily of iron and have a similar composition. They also both have high iron content and can have a similar appearance.
Is a cast iron skillet an element or a compound?
A cast iron skillet is not an element or a compound. It is an object made of a mixture of elements, primarily iron with small amounts of carbon and other trace elements.
Made of What is a cast iron skillet?
carbon and silicon
Why is iron not good for a cooking pan?
Who says that? A cast-iron skillet is great when you need steady, even heat. "Chicago style" steak is cooked in an iron skillet.
What was the leading source of iron in the American diet in the 60's?
Cast iron skillet
What are the release dates for Kelsey's Essentials - 2010 Cast Iron Skillet 1-13?
Kelsey's Essentials - 2010 Cast Iron Skillet 1-13 was released on: USA: 2011
Is then iron skillet conductor or insulator?
Cast iron is a good conductor of heat because it has high thermal conductivity. This means it can distribute heat evenly throughout the skillet. However, iron itself is not a good conductor of electricity, so a cast iron skillet would be considered an insulator in terms of electrical conductivity.
How can I remove oil residue from a cast iron skillet?
A good way is to head over to chowhound.com. They have a lot of questions and answers on how to remove oil residue from a cast iron skillet. An example is to boil some water and leave it in your skillet then wash off.
How heavy is a cast iron skillet?
Depending on the exact dimensions, your cast iron skillet probably weighs in at 3 to 10 pounds, although it might seem like more. Even a cast iron dutch oven type weighs about 12 pounds.
Should a cast iron pot or dutch oven be seasoned with oil in the same way as a cast iron skillet?
Yes.
