Garcima Polished Steel Professional Paella Pan 30cm for Ceramic
- 30 cm polished carbon steel pan
- Induction, gas and electric compatible, plus AGA
- Flat bottom for full contact with the burner
- Oven safe, usable on grills
- 3.1 lb, serves 1 to 2
Updated 2 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A small flat-bottomed carbon steel paella pan made for induction and smooth-top hobs as well as gas. It needs drying and oiling after washing, and the care label conflicts with that advice.
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ASIN: B003XUPL1MModel: La Ideal_85130Category: Paella Pans
Overview
Cooking paella for one or two on an induction or smoothtop hob is what this pan was designed for. A flat base puts the whole bottom on the burner, unlike traditional convex pans, and it also fits in the oven or on a grill.
Induction compatibility and an extra-thick carbon steel build are the reasons to consider it. The downside of that build is upkeep, since carbon steel rusts unless you dry the pan right after washing and rub the inside with vegetable oil.
Who it's for
Home cooks who want authentic carbon steel for single portions and a pan that works on modern hobs. Someone who puts pans in the dishwasher or does not want to season and oil one should avoid it.
Pros and cons
- Flat base works on induction
- Works on gas, electric and smoothtop
- Oven safe and grill friendly
- Heavy-duty carbon steel build
- Rusts if not dried and oiled
- Care label conflicts with description
- Small serving size
Performance notes
The flat bottom touches the burner across its entire surface, which matters on induction and smooth tops where a convex paella pan would heat unevenly. Thick carbon steel holds heat for the rice crust. Drying and oiling the bare metal after each wash prevents rust.
Specifications
| Brand | Garcima |
|---|---|
| Model | La Ideal_85130 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Diameter | 30 cm |
| Weight | 3.1 pounds |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Carbon steel (polished) |
| Handle Material | Stainless steel |
| Color | Silver |
| Coating Description | Bare metal |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Compatible Devices | Gas, induction, smooth surface electric, AGA |
| Other details | |
| Additional Features | Heavy duty, oven safe |
| Shape | Round |
| Servings | 1 to 2 |
Closest rivals on specs
Mauviel M'Steel Black Carbon Natural Nonstick Paella Pan With Iron Handles- Item Weight 3.1 vs 4.2 pounds (-26%)
GreenPan x Bobby Flay 15" Pre-Seasoned Carbon Steel Paella Pan- Item Weight 3.1 vs 4.6 pounds (-33%)
Frequently asked questions
Can the Garcima paella pan go in the oven or on a grill?
Yes. The listing says it is oven safe and the description says it can be used on all types of grills.
Does the Garcima paella pan need seasoning or oil?
Dry it right after washing and rub the inside with a little vegetable oil to prevent rusting, as with any carbon steel pan.
Is the Garcima paella pan nonstick?
No. The coating description is bare metal.
How many people does the Garcima 30 cm pan serve?
The description says it serves 1 to 2 people.