Lodge 8.89 cm / 3.5 inch Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Round Mini Skillet / Frying Pan

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With their ability to produce a beautifully crisp layer of fat and golden crust that gives way to a moist centre on meat, these pans rival even the most accomplished barbecues. The smaller size also means it is lighter, so this skillet is excellent for people who want to cook with cast iron but struggle with the weight. It's a bit weighty at 2kg, but has a secure handle and sizeable grab handle, too, so is easy to carry with two hands.

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Flaxseed oil is our top tip if you want your pan seasoned as soon as possible, as it has a very low smoke point of 225 degrees. This heavy model was a generous depth and featured a holding bar stamped with the Staub logo opposite the handle, so transferring a pan stuffed with braised chicken and potatoes to the oven was made easier by being able to use two hands. Neglect in any of these areas could lead to rust or the gradual disappearance of the coveted non-stick patina. We made sure that there was no rusting after cleaning and looked for useful additions, like hanging holes in the handles. They are affordable, flavour neutral, and have relatively low smoke points, so the seasoning process is quick.If they could easily be transferred to the oven: most cast iron skillet pans are oven-safe, but we wanted to make sure that going from hob to oven or even oven to table, was safe and easy. Heat distribution: although hardy pieces of kit, we still expect quality craftsmanship and performance.

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Transparency is really important to us, and that's why we're always upfront about where we find our recommendations. The steak was excellent, and the egg, though it did stick a little at first over a lower heat, was okay but needed careful watching. In addition, enamelled skillets are easier to clean, but you won’t achieve the same level of natural non-stick as the oil layers will slide off the glossy surface. If you want to batch cook, have a large family or enjoy preparing campfire food for lots of friends, the Petromax Fire Pan is the one for you.Now, there’s lots of different advice online, some people say to soak the pan in a white vinegar and water solution, other make a paste with baking powder but we found that just using dry table salt works well. But cast iron skillets aren’t just reserved for savoury dishes; swap out your cake tin and make strawberry, almond and polenta skillet cake or this sticky ginger skillet parkin.