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Can You Cook Stews, Soups, Or Sauces In A Seasoned Pan Or Wok?

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I'm wondering if cooking something liquidy, especially something acidic like tomato sauce, will ruin the seasoning of cookware like a wok or cast iron pan.

Can One Make Pan Sauces Or Deglaze In A Cast Iron Pan?

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I prefer to be a minimalist and to buy cookware that does most cooking jobs without having to buy a lot of different kinds of expensive pots and pans. I've been told that acidic foods and deglazing in anything cast iron is bad, but I have also heard that if the seasoning is tough enough, it can withstand anything. Thoughts?