Seasoned Carbon Steel Frying & Paella Pans for High-Heat Cooking
Seasoned carbon steel pans are designed for cooks who value heat control, durability and long-term performance. Known for their rapid heat response and ability to withstand extreme temperatures, carbon steel frying and paella pans are trusted in professional kitchens and increasingly chosen by serious home cooks across the UK.
With regular use, carbon steel develops a natural non-stick surface through seasoning, improving over time without synthetic coatings. This makes it ideal for high-heat searing, frying, sautéing and traditional paella cooking.
Designed for Heat Control and Long-Term Performance
Our seasoned carbon steel frying and paella pans are manufactured in England using heavy-gauge carbon steel for strength and stability. The material heats quickly, distributes heat evenly and performs reliably on induction, gas, electric and ceramic hobs.
Unlike conventional non-stick cookware, carbon steel contains no chemical coating to chip or peel. Instead, the cooking surface develops a patina that enhances food release and flavour over time.
Suitable for hob, oven, grill and BBQ cooking, carbon steel pans offer versatility for everyday meals as well as larger family cooking and entertaining.
A Practical Choice for Everyday Cooking and Entertaining
Whether preparing weekday meals, searing steaks, cooking eggs, or making traditional paella for guests, carbon steel pans deliver reliable, high-heat performance.
Available in multiple sizes, our collection includes frying pans for everyday use and larger paella pans designed for generous portions and one-pan meals.
Explore our full range of Carbon Steel Cookware to find the right size and style for your kitchen.
Carbon Steel Specifications & Construction
Our pans are crafted from heavy-gauge carbon steel, selected for its balance of strength, heat responsiveness and longevity.
Material: Carbon Steel
Manufacturing: Formed and finished in England
Surface Finish: Pre-seasoned traditional carbon steel texture
Compatibility: Induction, gas, electric and ceramic hobs
Oven Safe: Yes
Outdoor Use: Suitable for BBQ and grill cooking
The surface is pre-seasoned and designed to improve with continued use and proper care.
Material Breakdown
Carbon Steel - Durable, high-heat resistant material used in professional kitchens
Iron Base - Provides strength and excellent heat retention
Carbon Content - Enhances hardness and responsiveness to temperature changes
Together, these elements create cookware that offers excellent searing capability, durability and long-term reliability.
Key Features & Benefits
- Rapid heat response
- Suitable for high-temperature cooking
- Naturally non-stick with seasoning
- No synthetic coating
- Induction compatible
- Oven and BBQ safe
- Made in England
- Built for long-term use
Carbon Steel Frying & Paella Pan FAQs
Q: Are carbon steel pans non-stick?
A: Carbon steel develops a natural non-stick surface through seasoning. With regular use and care, food release improves over time.
Q: Are these pans suitable for induction hobs?
A: Yes. All pans in this collection are induction compatible, as well as suitable for gas, electric and ceramic cooktops.
Q: Do carbon steel pans require special care?
A: They require hand washing, immediate drying and occasional oiling to maintain seasoning. They are not dishwasher safe.
Q: What is the difference between a frying pan and a paella pan?
A: Frying pans are ideal for everyday cooking and searing, while paella pans offer a wider, flatter cooking surface designed for larger portions and traditional rice dishes.
Q: How long do carbon steel pans last?
A: With proper care, carbon steel cookware can last for decades and often improves in performance over time.
