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VARDAGEN Frying pan, carbon steel, 24 cm
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005.813.34After seasoning, this robust carbon steel pan gets a non-stick surface that prevents food from sticking, giving a great browning. You'll be able to use it for delicious dinners year after year!
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15 year guarantee
- Oven-safe
- Compatible with all hobs
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VARDAGEN Frying pan, carbon steel, 24 cm
When seasoned properly, the carbon steel pan develops a dark non-stick surface, making it great for cooking tasty food without sticking. And it only gets better the more the pan is used.
Works well on all types of hobs, including induction hob.
Can also be used in the oven since it is made entirely of metal.
Made from carbon steel, which spreads heat evenly, keeps the pan warm for a long time, and gives food an even browning.
Reviews
Expected be not stick panRavinderThis pan is not ideal for frying, sitcks to the base of the pan when we fry veggies
Don’t let it air-dry!SaraCarbon steel requires proper drying and care to prevent rust. After washing, wipe the pan completely dry with a towel and, ideally, apply a thin layer of oil before storing. A little maintenance goes a long way with carbon steel cookware.
Bargain price, professional qualityMarkAlmost every negative review here is from people who don’t understand what carbon steel is or how to use it. I have just finished conditioning my new pans and they are performing brilliantly at a third of the price of more established name brands. Well done IKEA!
Feedback SakshiNot worth with quality. Very rusty after one wash. Looks bad after 3-4 wash
Good non-stick panChinAfter seasoning and just a few times using it, the pan is pretty much non-stick. I fried an egg and it didn't stick!
The only review I would add is not to pour so much oil on the pan when you first season it (unlike what the instruction video shows). I did that initially and there was a layer of sticky oil in the pan which I had to scrub very hard to remove. The next time, I just oiled it lightly and heat it in the oven - that seemed to work.
A Pan of uncertainty ... hard to gradePradeepI bought this pan as it was thick and heavy. Most importantly as it has a curved surface at the edges, a requirement for folding and slipping an omelette on to the plate. A bit rare to get these qualities at the price.
Cleaning is a solid time waste. Seasoning the pan is nothing but giving it a good rinse, adding oil and smoking it before first use. First use was fine, the next left a lot of work in trying to make it shine again. Black marks, a black ring on the edges and a dull bluish look.
I read the other comments. There was no instruction on the packaging about seasoning the pan, except for a rinse before use.
If colour changes, but becomes non stick as claimed, then fine. Otherwise, what do I do with a pan which smells metallic and is hard to shine.
affordable 3mm thick true carbon steelMitchThis is a real carbon steel pan that gets roaring hot. Amazing for building up a crust on a steak and holds heat very well. Tastiest onions I've ever cooked. more than impressed and was blind to this type of pan, I wish I knew about this earlier. The shape is good too, straight up and rounded at the bottom so it's a true pan not a skillet.
You do need to season this properly, I didn't do it great the first time and it looks pretty ugly from water marks but if you blue it off first and then a thin later of high temp oil, I used ghee.
Very non stick but not for the faint hearted or clean freaks as it will look patchy and dirty to start when the season is building up.
Rusted in one washMaryannWashed this pan once and it quite literally came out orange. It had rusted in an instant. Will be returning, very unfortunate. It has rusted so badly that it looks like we have kept it outside for the past century and we literally purchased it last week…
The best pan and this priceKelliReally great quality, extremely happy
Thicc Carbon SteelFredThese are not stainless pans and need to be seasoned before use.. Thicker than most CS pans available for a great price.
Rusty and thrown in rubbish KaitlinAgreed this is a horrible purchase— so heavy weight, impossible to clean, gets so rusty, doesn’t even seem to brown the meat well! Don’t buy!
Good for the priceParvinGood for the price
Not a stainless steelSunilEvery time, it gets rusty when I wash it after use. It is not a good pan. Buy real stainless steel not this one.
Heavy durable steel pan PhilipI seasoned it twice with grapeseed oil then used the pan to brown minced meat. It didn’t stick and was easy to clean afterwards with a steel wool brush. The care instructions in the box say the pan will change colour over time and eventually become black, so you need to accept it won’t look nice and new as it did in the showroom floor. Similar pans sold elsewhere can be over $200 for cast iron or black iron. I am impressed with the quality for the price and I would recommend for someone who likes cooking on a budget.
Very SolidTaniaPurchased as a lighter alternative to cast iron, and it is a bit lighter, but still very solid and heavier than I expected. Nice size and shape, and I had no difficulty seasoning (although I am experienced). The first pan purchased had a couple of small flaws in the cooking surface and I wasn't sure sure whether seasoning would cover it adequately, but IKEA was happy to replace the pan. I think it will work well, understing that it needs regular seasoning/maintenance, and needs to be kept dry and oiled so it doesn't rust.
Value for money carbon steel panYuk HeiTakes some getting used to but it will be a trusty workhorse once adjusted to.
Steel frying panBintaIt’s good quality but the food sticks on it even after spraying oil.
Amazing valueChrisI love cooking with this.
Ignore reviews whining about rust, staining, or poor performance. It's carbon steel, not Teflon. Expect rust if you let it air-dry unprotected from oxygen. A thin oil film post-cooking and proper seasoning (using high smoke point oil) transform it into a lifetime workhorse.
Once patina builds, it delivers a slick, naturally non-stick surface ideal for searing, sautéing, and daily cooking on induction or gas. Treat it like cast iron: learn heat control, use a bit of oil or butter, and food slides off effortlessly. Wash after cooking until it's mirror smooth. Dry immediately after washing (stovetop for 1 minute if needed), then wipe on a scant oil layer. It needs a bit of care but rewards with unmatched durability at a fraction of the cost of other brands.
Fantastic Pan!!HarrisonThis thing is great, all the reviews talking about rust are from hilariously bad/dumb cooks.
the included seasoning instructions are extremely incorrect, and will fail 100% of the time
season it properly and enjoy
Good pan for the experiencedPhuongIf you know how to season a carbon steel / castiron pan, this is a good pan for you. It's quickly become my favorite pan to use for quick meals. Ignore the bad reviews, they're mostly from people who are not familiar with carbon steel and expect the same performance as teflon pan. The price is honestly hard to beat, so try it if you're on the fence.
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3.1Average rating
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