Lodge33.66 cm / 13.25 inch Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Round Skillet / Frying Pan, Black

I bought this cast iron skillet as I was fed up of replacing non-stick pans and thought that it would be much harder for the family to destroy this one. This is the first cast iron pan I have owned and was a little wary at first so I did a bit of research on YouTube. I did not pre-season the pan as it looked fine with the Lodge pre-seasoning so I just gave it a thorough scrub before the first use. The first thing I cooked was bacon as I had heard that that was a good thing to cook in a new cast iron pan. The bacon cooked wonderfully, so full of flavour. It is simple to wash out. Just a rinse and scrub with plain hot water (no washing up liquid) using a grill pan brush, a warm on the stove to get rid of any moisture and then a quick wipe over with a tiny bit of oil with kitchen paper and it is ready for the next use.I have cooked all sorts in it, even eggs. It is great for cooking things on the stove and then putting in the oven or under the grill to finish off and meat always seems to taste better than the equivalent cooked in teflon. The handle does get hot as it is made of cast iron too but a Le Creuset handle glove fits very well and takes care of accidentally grabbing the hot handle. Cast iron does take a different sort of care than non-stick pans but one soon gets into a routine. It needs preheating to bring it up to the correct temperature before use which can take a little time and after use it needs to be well dried and rubbed with oil before putting away.I am delighted with this pan and love cooking in it. The more I use it the better it seems to be. I am looking forward to expanding my cast iron collection in the future. Lodge seem to have a good reputation for their cast iron and this seems to bear out with my experience of this one.By the way, as these pans are solid cast iron, they are quite heavy. The helper handle helps when moving the pan around. However, make sure to wear an oven glove if using the helper handle as that will be hot too.

These pre-seasoned Lodge cast iron pans - if cared for properly - are a life-long purchase, or possibly longer, if you decide to hand them down to the next generation!They are beautifully made, with a clean, consistent cast, and a considerable heft, even in the smaller sizes. The iron has a tight, fine grain which produces smooth curves and crisp details on the pan, and provides a visible sense of quality. Equipping your kitchen with a set of these would be ideal if you appreciate traditional, quality items that can be passed down from generation to generation - they are genuinely 'Modern Retro'. Unchanged in design over hundreds of years, there is a sense when cooking with these that a great-great-grandmother has done the same somewhere back in the distant past. In this manner, they are eminently suitable for cooking traditional and slow-cooked dishes.Pros: Solid, long-lasting, high quality construction that saves on energy (as less heat is needed) and may improve the taste of your foods.A slower approach on a lower setting will infuse the pan with an even heat all over. The cast iron may not actually add anything taste-wise to the food being cooked, but - possibly by not taking anything away either - it definitely does help food taste better! Meats sear really well, sealing in more flavour. There is absolutely no chance of any contamination from non-stick chemicals or coatings as the pans are entirely naturally coated (cooking oil).Cons: Need slightly more maintenance than a modern non-stick pan, and the considerable weight can make them a bit of a handful!Pre-seasoning (cooked-on oil) ensures less hassle when the pan is new, and as you add to the seasoning through time, the non-stick qualities of the pan increase.Unlike normal non-stick pans, you can use metal kitchen implements with impunity, as the surface is practically bulletproof. However, you must wash the pan in a gentle soap solution after each use, and re-coat the pan with oil before storing it away. In practice, this only takes a couple of minutes and leaves the pan with a satisfying black lustre. Not doing it, or leaving the pan damp, can result in rust quickly forming on the raw iron. However, even this is not a disaster as a gentle scrub and re-oiling will get rid of the rust (although leaving rust on for longer could result in physical damage to the surface of the pan).Due to their robust construction and the nature of cast iron, these pans tend to weigh heavily, even in the smaller sizes. This helps the pan spread and retain heat evenly, but can make them a bit of a handful when moving them around the stove. As an integral part of the pan, the handles heat up at the same rate, so be careful with them! The positive side of this is that the pan can go from stove top to oven to table top (and even BBQ!) without alteration, or risk of a plastic handle melting. Buy a pair of good quality silicone mitts or oven gloves and always lift them using both handles. Lodge do silicone covers for the handles and tempered, oven-proof glass lids in sizes to fit the main pans.For general use, the 8" and 10" sizes should be adequate, with 12" for larger meals or extended family cooking. They are also available in deep versions that can be used as a casserole. We store ours on the gas stove top as we like the look of them so much!

I've had this pan for 5 years now. Bought this off Amazon and have to say the price has gone up by quite a bit since then.Can't go wrong with this -- it's gold standard cast iron, heavy duty and pretty much indestructible. A kitchen must-have, I'd say. In fact I haven't used another skillet/frying pan since I bought this, and I reckon this can be passed down several generations and be turned into a museum piece after several hundred years.I also highly recommend getting the cast iron lid that goes with it as well.A few things to note:1. You must preheat -- This is full thick cast iron so it takes a while to heat up. You need to always think about preheating beforehand, much like how you would use an oven, or everything sticks!2. Preheat slowly -- Iron retains heat very well, but does not conduct heat as well so preheat slowly to even distribution. Don't just crank up the heat to max or you will get hot spots, and parts of your food will burn while others don't cook well. Be patient! Once well pre-heated the skillet holds the temperature which is why it's so good for searing.3. Aftercare -- Be disciplined with it. Always dry it thoroughly immediately after wash and coat it with oil. Trust me, the future you (and whoever inherits it from you) will thank you.4. Non-stick will develop over time -- The skillet is pre-seasoned when you first buy it but bear in mind it still won't be non-stick. The more you use it, the more seasoned and non-stick it gets, and the better the food caramelizes and tastes. Buying a new cast iron pan is like starting a new relationship -- you need to work on it to get better with time! And it's well worth it!

Me gustó mucho, sartén muy práctico fácil de mantener, precio justo.

I love these Lodge Cast Iron Skillets. I now have the 8" and the 10.25". These skillets have great heat distribution and are easy to clean with the Lodge scraper or probably any scrubber. Of course, being cast iron it is somewhat heavy to handle, but that is expected with anything made of cast iron. Both sizes are the right size for my stove top and for my needs. I should have bought these a long time ago since the cast iron skillet does not peel after repeated use or have the inside of the skillet peel off like other cooking products do over time. My food tastes great too. I use extra virgin olive oil for cooking and sometimes to oil the skillets. I also use the cast iron seasoning oil to keep the skillets oiled when not in use. The oil should be applied all over it after every use. After every use I clean them with some warm soapy water and the scrubber I bought for cleaning my cast iron skillets (if something gets stuck to them), then dry them thoroughly, then apply a thin application of the olive oil or any decent cooking oil or the cast iron seasoning oil to keep the skillets like new. The red handles that protect against burns work great as well. Do not put the red handles in an oven or they will melt and cause a toxic mess - use oven mitts when using an oven. Cast iron gets very hot so need to be careful when handling or cooking.

Muy buen tamaño, hay que limpiarlo y curarlo, lo recomiendo.

If you're in the market for a high-quality cast iron skillet, the Lodge Cast Iron Skillet with Red Mini Silicone Hot Handle Holder is an excellent choice. This skillet is beautifully crafted with attention to detail, and it offers outstanding performance that's sure to impress.One of the first things that caught my eye about this skillet is the attractive red mini silicone hot handle holder. This handy accessory not only looks great, but it also provides a secure and comfortable grip on the skillet, making it easy to handle even when it's hot.But the real star of the show is the skillet itself. The Lodge Cast Iron Skillet is made from high-quality cast iron that heats evenly and retains heat well, so your food cooks to perfection every time. The skillet is pre-seasoned with vegetable oil, so it's ready to use right out of the box, and it only gets better with time as it develops a natural non-stick coating.What I love most about this skillet is its versatility. It's the perfect size for cooking a variety of dishes, from scrambled eggs to cornbread to seared steaks. And because it's made from cast iron, it can go from stovetop to oven to grill with ease, making it a truly versatile kitchen tool.Overall, I'm extremely impressed with the Lodge Cast Iron Skillet with Red Mini Silicone Hot Handle Holder. It's a beautiful and functional addition to any kitchen, and it's sure to become a go-to tool for all your cooking needs. If you're in the market for a high-quality cast iron skillet, this one is definitely worth considering.

Produto excelente!!! Era o que eu procurava há tempos!!