Made of 99% iron, the organic Mineral pan is the natural choice of conscientious cooks. With its 2-3mm thickness, this pan performs outstandingly well at high temperatures to quickly seal in vitamins and nutrients. Beautifully sears and grills foods that coated pans cannot. The more you use these Mineral pans, the better they perform, as these pans darken naturally and become nonstick over time. Free of chemicals, PFOA and PTFE coatings, these pans naturally enhance the flavor of steaks, seafood, omelettes, crepes and more, by sealing in nutrients under high heat. The sloped sides make blending and turning of ingredients easy. De Buyer takes a proactive approach toward ecologically-responsible cookware with the Mineral pan. Available in 8″ and 10″, 12″ and 14″ Dia. Made in France. Safe for all heat sources, including induction.

Founded in France in 1830, de Buyer is the manufacturer of the blue-steel French crepe pan used by chefs around the world. The name de Buyer is renowned as a premier European supplier of top quality utensils and cookware.

Product Features
• 99% iron, organic pan is the preferred pan of conscientious cooks
• Ecologically-responsible pan is 100% recyclable
• Seals in juices, resulting in carmelization (the Maillard reaction)
• Performance improves over time, the more the pan is used the darker it becomes for all-natural nonstick cooking
• Authentic lyonnaise shape ideal for crepes, omelettes, carmelizing onions and searing vegetables and meats
• Iron molecules from the pan contribute to good health
• Steel handle is triple-riveted for durability
• 3 Piece Set includes: 8″ Fry Pan, 10″ Fry Pan and 12″ Fry Pan
• de Buyer is the maker of premium French cookware since the 1830′s

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I recently purchased the 8″ and 14″ pans to replace a couple cast iron fry pans my daughter took to college. (Note that these pans are measured by their diameter across the top lip.) First off, I love these pans. They have significant thermal mass, the included directions got them moving the the right direction getting seasoned and non-stick. These pans are closer to carbon-steel than stainless. You will need to treat them like your cast-iron cookware. Bottoms are flat and smooth, which is nice if you have a glass-topped electric range. The one area that I have very mixed feelings about are the handles. I like the angle the handle is set in relation to the pan. I think it helps keep it cool, out of the way, and can even be used for a little extra leverage with the larger plans. In spite of that, the handle poses one limitation…. the ability to use the pan under a broiler…. The 8″ pan’s handle sits 4 inches above the cook surface. This one just fits into my broiler. But the handle will be very close to the heating elements/flame and so will get very hot. The handle on the 14″ pan sits 7 inches above the cooking surface. This will work in my broiler only if I leave the broiler door open. I have worked with commercial stoves which don’t have doors on the broiler compartment and I think these pans would work without limitation in that situation…. Myself? I will use them with the broiler door open….

Low Patina and Pitting – Reviewer –
I now own two types of de Buyer pans – carbon steel and mineral. The mineral fry pan is at least twice as heavy as the carbon steel and takes forever to develop a seasoned patina (black film). The 99% mineral pan is more eco-friendly and nutritious, but it is still prone to rust and some stickiness. The mineral pan also develops small pits over time, so I now have new pitting on the sides and corners of the pan (which becomes covered with patina). This pitting appears to be exclusive to the mineral pan because the carbon steel does not form pits. There is also a silicone logo on the handle of the pan which seems unnecessary. The patina develops slowly compared to the carbon steel (wiping with paper towels actually “sands off” iron until fully seasoned), and the weight is equivalent to cast iron, but I like the fact that it’s 99% iron which is a far healthier option. The long handles are useful for stove top use (it fits in the oven on the middle rack, but there’s little room for anything else). You can toast a panini sandwich on a de Buyer mineral pan as opposed to the stickier mess with Chantal enamelware or a stainless steel pan. Also, you have to use these pans frequently (like carbon steel or cast iron) in order to maintain the patina and avoid rust. Expect the pan to get used several times a day, expect a rustic black patina/film, expect to keep it dry and rust free, and you will be satisfied. I am now considering the mineral grill pan because I want grill marks on some foods.

99 % iron, 2,5 mm thick,no coating, no chemicals (PFOA, PTFE)

There is just nothing like having quality kitchen gear. A great knife set, and a great set of pans to cook on!

This pan comes with seasoning instructions. If you want to start using it the day you get it, go out and get yourself a white potato, as you’ll need it for seasoning. When you’re going through the seasoning process, be aware that these pans conduct heat much more efficiently. Use a lower temperature on your stove than what you’re accustomed to cooking with.

Foods are much more flavorful when cooked on this pan due to the carmelization and sealing in the flavors. One of my complaints with the pan is still exhibited however after almost two months of use. There is a noticeable smell when cooking and you can faintly taste it depending on the food. It smells like hot metal, which would be somewhat expected, but after a couple uses I expected that to diminish. It dropped off substantially from the first uses, but it is still there.

One other note about the pan. You will not be able to do the one handed frying pan dump of eggs and other light foods that you did with your chemically induced non-stick lightweight pans. This pan is just WAY too heavy and borders on needing the hand grip to carry it when loaded from the stove. The one upside to this is of course that it retains heat for a much longer time. Leaving your unserved foods on the table warm. For this reason, you can also turn off the heat earlier, leaving it on the burner to finish cooking. Overall with a slight adjustment in your cooking habits, this pan could actually save you a (little) bit of electricity.

Most excellent pan! – Stormy – Pleasure Island, NC USA
Bought this pan along with the set of 3. These are outstanding pans! We have had them about 3 months & now they are well seasoned. Wonderful adjuncts to the trusty cast iron & ever so much better than those creepy (read: poisonous) non stick pans. Seasoning is the key. We bought a ceiling rack to hang them on – good move because we use them almost every meal. Plan to have these & the old cast irons for the duration. Laughed out loud when we say them in Julie & Julia – watch Julia at the Le Cordon Bleu & the pans she is using there.

Low Patina & Pitting – Reviewer –
I now own two types of de Buyer pans – carbon steel and mineral. The mineral fry pan is at least twice as heavy as the carbon steel and takes forever to develop a seasoned patina (black film). The 99% mineral pan is more eco-friendly and nutritious, but it is still prone to rust and some stickiness. The mineral pan also develops small pits over time, so I now have new pitting on the sides and corners of the pan. This pitting appears to be exclusive to the mineral pan because the carbon steel does not form pits. There is also a silicone logo on the pan which may account for the 1% non-iron portion of the product.

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Jan 31, 2010 21:35:11

Wide surface and sloping sides evaporate steam quickly for superb caramelization and crisping. The arched French-style handle will not slip from greasy hands. A superior steel fry pan like this gets better with use. The blacker it becomes the better it cooks. Set of 3 includes: 8″, 10″ and 12″ fry pans.

Product Features
• Perfect for searing, frying, browning
• Heavy-duty for home or professional use
• Perfect for all sources of heat including induction and oven
• Stainless-steel tube handle with French-style curving for better grip

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Bought this pan along with the set of 3. These are outstanding pans! We have had them about 3 months & now they are well seasoned. Wonderful adjuncts to the trusty cast iron & ever so much better than those creepy (read: poisonous) non stick pans. Seasoning is the key. We bought a ceiling rack to hang them on – good move because we use them almost every meal. Plan to have these & the old cast irons for the duration. Laughed out loud when we say them in Julie & Julia – watch Julia at the Le Cordon Bleu & the pans she is using there. Check Special Offer Price!