FAQ1: Should I wipe oil on my Professional Steel pan after each use?
The short answer is no, but there are some exceptions. On the packaging of most uncoated carbon steel pans is a use and care instruction to wipe some oil on the surface after each use. The main reason to do this is to prevent oxidation, otherwise known as rust, on the pan. For this purpose…
The Non-stick Layer: Patina
What is Patina? “Patina” is a culinary term for the acquired change in the appearance of the surface of a cooking vessel. With a Professional Steel pan, a patina develops when fat comes into contact with the surface of the metal. The fat penetrates the material and by doing so, it transforms from a dull…
Testing the Stable Circle design
Currently, in a number retail outlets and online stores throughout the United Kingdom, black steel pans are sold in co-operation with the famous brands Salter and Russell Hobbs. With Salter, the black steel pans are sold under the ‘Pan for Life’ collection, and with Russell Hobbs, under the ‘Infinity’ collection. As both descriptions imply, these pans are…
Where is Professional Steel Sourced?
When a consumer purchases an item from a retail store or online, they want to know not only is it safe to use but also that it has been sourced responsibly. A product at the end of the manufacturing process might look in good quality, but this attractive appearance might obscure its poor quality within.…
Professional Black Steel in South Africa
In cooperation with Shoprite Professional Black Steels pans are sold in all of their 500 retail stores throughout South Africa. Shoprite currently stocks a 28cm frying pan, 11″ stir wok and 38cm paella pan. 28cm Professional Black Steel Frying Pan For information about the properties and benefits of a Professional Steel frying pan please read here. 11″…
Professional Black Steel in Japan
Currently Professional Black Steel pans are sold in association with the highly respected Nitori brand, which has both a strong retail and online shopping presence throughout Japan. They currently stock a 26cm frying pan, and a 12″ stir wok, both of which are riveted with the Geometric black, bakelite ergonomically designed handle. 26cm Professional Black Steel frying pan…
Professional Steel Durability #2 – Warping
In an earlier post shown here, it was demonstrated that Professional Steel pans are more durable than aluminum and cast iron for use and storage in a kitchen (though there is little difference in durability between a Professional Steel pan and a stainless steel pan). Another important aspect of a pan’s durability is whether it…
Professional Black Steel in Taiwan
Currently Professional Black Steel frying pans (20cm and 24cm), as well as a 30cm stir wok and a 26cm grill pan, with the Zurich stainless steel forged handle, are sold with the famous brand Thermos throughout Taiwan. For more information please use the links below. Not only is there advice about which food you can…
Professional Steel Durability #1 – Use and Storage in the kitchen
When a consumer purchases a cookware utensil, such as a frying pan, there are many factors they might consider before doing so. One of these naturally would be the price, and another might be the aesthetic appearance of the frying pan. Another important consideration would be the durability of the pan; how long the consumer…
Salt & Professional Steel
Salt is an essential ingredient for daily cooking use. Whether for general seasoning before a dish is served, to make a brine for a chicken, for adding in a pot of water for boiling pasta, or for wiping over a steak just before it is seared to make it juicier and more succulent: every home cook always has a good quantity of…
Carbon Steel & Cast Iron
Carbon Steel grill pan is an excellent cooking utensil for grilling meat such as steak, pork chops and chicken breasts. A Professional Steel grill pan has numerous advantages for grilling, these include: A high heat capacity High heat resistance Thick ridges Strong, durable construction However, there is another material for a grill pan, which has…
How to Season Carbon Steel Pans
How to Season Carbon Steel Pans In order to take care of your new steel pan, seasoning is necessary. This process bonds oil to the surface and develop a layer called Patina. Patina not only provides the protection against rust but also makes the pan nonstick. There are many different ways to season a pan,…