26cm Polished Steel Paella Pan

Each pan has a traditional "dimpled" base to help the heat spread evenly & quickly. The base of these paella pans is also slightly dished allowing the oil to collect in the centre when first frying your ingredients & creating the sofrito. They can be used on gas cookers and pans up to 36cm can be used on induction hobs. You can,of course, use them on our paella gas burners and on an open fire.
 

The pans are incredibly durable but do remember that as they are made of steel they need to be cleaned and then immediately dried and sealed with a thin coating of oil.

Before you can enjoy your new pan for the first time you will need to remove the label and the

thin, protective coat of varnish. The easiest way to do this is to first heat the pan very slightly – the

label should then peel off very easily. Next bring some water to the boil in the pan and then wash

the pan in warm soapy water to remove the varnish. Dry it thoroughly and your pan is now ready

to use. Please remember to follow the “Cleaning & storage” section below if you are not going to

use your pan immediately.

This paella pan has been designed for use with gas or a direct flame. Never place an empty

pan on a direct heat. Heat your pan slowly and control the heat at all times. If you use your

pan in the oven do not allow it to be exposed to temperatures higher than 250 ºC or in the oven

for more than 10 minutes. Never use in microwave ovens. Use only metal or wooden utensils and

never plastic as these pans (including the handles) get extremely hot.

After using your pan soak it in warm soapy water for about an hour and then clean thoroughly

using a scouring pad if necessary. Once it is clean, dry immediately and seal with a thin coating

of oil. This is easily done using a piece of kitchen roll dipped in cooking oil wiped over the pan.

Never allow the pan to air dry after washing and to be left unsealed as it will rust. You may also

find that your pan takes on a “seasoned” appearance – do not worry this is perfectly normal.

Finally store your pan in a dry place. Please note your paella pan is not suitable for use in a

dishwasher