Samuel Groves 25cm Seasoned Carbon Steel Frying Pan - 10"

A professional 25cm seasoned carbon steel frying pan made in England by Samuel Groves, designed for everyday frying, high-heat searing, sautéing, browning and hob-to-oven cooking. Its versatile mid-size format provides ample cooking space for two-person meals, steaks, fish, eggs, vegetables and one-pan dishes without the bulk of an oversized skillet.

Manufactured from heavy-duty carbon steel, this PFAS-free uncoated frying pan heats quickly, responds efficiently to temperature changes and withstands the high temperatures required for professional-style cooking. The seasoned surface develops a darker, smoother patina with continued use, helping food release improve naturally without relying on a synthetic non-stick coating.

Key Features

• 25cm seasoned carbon steel frying pan
• Made in England by Samuel Groves
• Heavy-duty professional carbon steel construction
• Versatile medium size for everyday meals and two-person portions
• Pre-seasoned cooking surface ready for initial use
• Further seasoning recommended before first use
• Patina and food-release performance improve with continued cooking
• PFAS-free uncoated carbon steel cooking surface
• No synthetic non-stick coating to chip, blister or peel
• Fast and responsive heat performance
• Suitable for high-temperature searing and browning
• Compatible with induction, gas, electric and ceramic hobs
• Oven and grill compatible for hob-to-oven cooking
• Suitable for BBQ, camping and outdoor cooking
• Strong polished stainless steel handle
• 20cm cooking base for effective hob contact
• Durable construction intended for long-term use
• Use metal utensils with care
• Hand washing required to preserve the seasoning

What Is This Carbon Steel Frying Pan Used For?

The Samuel Groves 25cm Seasoned Carbon Steel Frying Pan is a versatile everyday pan designed for frying, searing, sautéing and browning. Its medium-size cooking surface makes it ideal for two-person meals, individual steaks, fish fillets, eggs, omelettes, burgers, vegetables, potatoes and smaller one-pan recipes.

The 25cm diameter provides more cooking space than a compact 20cm frying pan while remaining easier to lift, control and store than larger family-size pans. Its 20cm base provides stable contact with the hob, while the sloped sides make it easier to turn, toss and serve food.

The carbon steel construction also makes the pan suitable for recipes that begin on the hob and finish in the oven. It can be used as a frying pan, chef skillet, searing pan, omelette pan or outdoor cooking pan.

Why Choose This 25cm Carbon Steel Frying Pan?

Made in England by Samuel Groves

Samuel Groves has manufactured cookware in England since 1817. This seasoned frying pan combines traditional British cookware manufacturing with the durability, control and high-temperature performance expected from professional carbon steel cookware.

Professional Carbon Steel Construction

Carbon steel is valued in professional kitchens because it heats quickly, responds efficiently when the temperature is adjusted and tolerates the intense heat required for searing, browning and frying. It delivers much of the durability associated with cast iron while offering a more responsive cooking experience.

Seasoned Surface That Improves With Use

The pan is supplied with an initial seasoned finish and can be used after washing and thoroughly drying. Further seasoning before the first use is recommended to strengthen the protective layer and begin developing the pan’s working patina.

As the frying pan is repeatedly used with oil and fat, the surface will naturally darken and change in appearance. This is a normal characteristic of carbon steel and helps improve food release over time.

PFAS-Free and Uncoated

This frying pan does not rely on a synthetic non-stick coating. Its cooking surface is uncoated carbon steel, with food release created through correct preheating, suitable cooking fat and the gradual development of seasoning.

Designed for High-Heat Cooking

Carbon steel is particularly effective for searing steaks, browning meat, crisping potatoes and sautéing vegetables. It can tolerate cooking temperatures that may damage conventional coated non-stick frying pans.

Suitable for Induction and All Main Hob Types

The flat carbon steel base is suitable for induction, gas, electric and ceramic hobs. Use a hob ring that closely matches the 20cm cooking base and increase the temperature gradually, particularly when cooking on induction or glass-topped hobs.

Versatile Size for Everyday Meals

The 25cm diameter offers a practical balance between cooking capacity and control. It is ideal for one or two people, medium portions and everyday dishes that require more space than a small egg or omelette pan.

Strong Stainless Steel Handle

The long stainless steel handle provides control when lifting, turning and moving the frying pan. The total pan length is approximately 45cm, while the overall height with the handle is approximately 10cm.

Who Is This Pan Best For?

• Home cooks replacing disposable coated frying pans
• Customers looking for a medium induction frying pan
• One-person and two-person households
• Couples preparing everyday meals
• Professional chefs and experienced home cooks
• Customers who regularly cook at high temperatures
• Owners of gas, electric, ceramic or induction hobs
• Campers and outdoor cooking enthusiasts
• Buyers looking for British-made cookware
• People prepared to season and maintain their cookware

Common Uses

• Frying eggs
• Cooking omelettes
• Making pancakes and crêpes
• Searing steaks
• Cooking burgers
• Frying bacon and sausages
• Cooking chicken breasts
• Frying fish fillets
• Sautéing vegetables
• Browning potatoes
• Toasting spices
• Cooking one-person and two-person meals
• Preparing side dishes
• Cooking smaller one-pan meals
• Hob-to-oven cooking
• Cooking on induction hobs
• Using under a grill
• Cooking on a BBQ
• Camping and outdoor cooking
• Controlled open-fire cooking

How to Use a Carbon Steel Frying Pan

1. Wash the pan with warm water before its first use.
2. Dry the pan immediately and thoroughly.
3. Apply a very thin layer of suitable cooking oil.
4. Heat the pan gradually to strengthen the initial seasoning.
5. Preheat gently before adding oil, fat or food.
6. Avoid placing an empty pan over maximum induction heat.
7. Allow food to form a seared surface before attempting to turn it.
8. After cooking, clean, dry and lightly oil the pan before storage.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this frying pan suitable for induction hobs?

Yes. The Samuel Groves 25cm carbon steel frying pan is compatible with induction hobs, as well as gas, electric and ceramic hobs. Heat the pan progressively and use a hob zone close to the 20cm base diameter.

Is the pan naturally non-stick?

The pan does not have a synthetic non-stick coating. Instead, its seasoned carbon steel surface develops a natural patina through cooking and regular oiling. Food release generally improves as the seasoning becomes established.

Does the pan need seasoning?

The frying pan is supplied with an initial seasoned finish and is ready to use after washing and drying. However, applying further seasoning before the first use is recommended to strengthen the patina and improve future cooking performance.

Why does the surface look textured or uneven?

Carbon steel cookware can have a darker, more industrial and textured appearance than polished stainless steel or coated aluminium. Variations in colour and texture are normal and will continue to change as the seasoning develops.

Will the colour of the pan change?

Yes. Carbon steel naturally changes colour with seasoning and use. The cooking surface may become darker, mottled or increasingly black as layers of oil polymerise and form the working patina.

Is this a coated non-stick frying pan?

No. This frying pan is made from uncoated carbon steel and does not use a conventional synthetic non-stick coating. Correct heat control, cooking fat and seasoning are required for the best food release.

Can this frying pan go in the oven?

Yes. The carbon steel pan and stainless steel handle are suitable for oven cooking, allowing dishes to be started on the hob and finished in the oven.

Can it be used on a BBQ or open fire?

Yes. Carbon steel is suitable for BBQs, grills, camping stoves and controlled open-fire cooking. Allow the pan to cool gradually after use and avoid sudden temperature changes.

Is this frying pan dishwasher safe?

No. The pan should be washed by hand. Dishwasher detergent and prolonged exposure to water can strip the seasoning and encourage corrosion.

How should I clean the frying pan?

Allow the pan to cool, clean it by hand using warm water and a brush or non-abrasive cleaning tool, then dry it immediately. Apply a very light layer of oil before storing.

Can metal utensils be used?

Metal utensils can be used with care. Avoid aggressively scraping the cooking surface, particularly while the seasoning is still developing.

What happens if the pan develops rust?

Light surface rust can normally be removed with an abrasive pad or fine steel wool. The pan should then be washed, dried thoroughly and re-seasoned before use.

Is a 25cm frying pan big enough?

A 25cm frying pan is an excellent everyday size for one or two people. It is suitable for steaks, eggs, fish, chicken, vegetables, omelettes and smaller one-pan meals. A larger pan may be preferable for family portions or batch cooking.

What is the difference between carbon steel and cast iron?

Both materials are durable, uncoated and suitable for high-temperature cooking. Carbon steel is generally thinner and more responsive to temperature changes, while cast iron is usually heavier and retains heat for longer.

Where is this frying pan made?

This seasoned carbon steel frying pan is made in England by Samuel Groves.

Product Specifications

Specification	Details
Brand	Samuel Groves
Product Type	Seasoned Carbon Steel Frying Pan
Diameter	25cm
Approximate Imperial Size	10 Inches
Cooking Base Diameter	20cm
Pan Height	5cm
Overall Height with Handle	10cm
Total Length with Handle	45cm
Weight	Approximately 1.65kg
Material	Carbon Steel
Handle Material	Stainless Steel
Cooking Surface	Seasoned Uncoated Carbon Steel
Coating	No Synthetic Non-Stick Coating
PFAS-Free	Yes
Hob Compatibility	Induction, Gas, Electric and Ceramic
Oven Safe	Yes
Grill Safe	Yes
BBQ Compatible	Yes
Outdoor Cooking	Suitable for Camping and Controlled Open-Fire Use
Dishwasher Safe	No
Utensil Compatibility	Use Metal Utensils with Care
Country of Manufacture	England

25cm Carbon Steel Pan Size Guide

The 25cm frying pan is the versatile everyday option within a carbon steel cookware collection. It offers more cooking capacity than a compact 20cm pan while remaining easier to handle and store than larger family-size skillets.

• Choose 20cm for eggs, omelettes, side dishes and individual portions.
• Choose 25cm for everyday meals, two-person portions, steaks, fish and vegetables.
• Choose a larger pan for family meals, batch cooking, paella and entertaining.

Also Known As

• 25cm carbon steel frying pan
• 10-inch carbon steel frying pan
• Medium carbon steel frying pan
• Seasoned carbon steel pan
• Carbon steel skillet
• Induction carbon steel frying pan
• Carbon steel chef pan
• Carbon steel omelette pan
• PFAS-free frying pan
• Uncoated frying pan
• Oven-safe frying pan
• BBQ frying pan
• Camping frying pan
• Professional carbon steel cookware
• British-made frying pan
• Made in England cookware

Shipping & Care

• Wash by hand before first use
• Dry immediately and thoroughly after washing
• Apply a thin layer of cooking oil after cleaning
• Do not place the pan in a dishwasher
• Do not leave the pan soaking in water
• Season further before first use for improved performance
• Preheat gradually, particularly on induction hobs
• Avoid heating an empty pan at maximum power
• Use a hob ring close to the 20cm base diameter
• Use metal utensils with care
• Store completely dry
• Re-season the surface if food begins to stick
• Expect the colour and patina to change naturally over time
• Avoid sudden temperature changes while the pan is hot