de Buyer
10.25 Fry Pan MINERAL B (De Buyer)
Best carbon steel skillet for home cooks seeking professional-grade searing results.
Experience superior cooking with the de Buyer MINERAL B Fry Pan, expertly crafted from durable carbon steel. This 12.25-inch skillet offers exceptional heat conductivity for perfectly even cooking, ideal for searing and sautéing. It develops a naturally non-stick surface with proper seasoning, enhancing its performance over time. Protected by a signature beeswax coating upon arrival, it requires initial seasoning. Handmade in France, its traditional handle ensures a secure grip, making it a reliable and long-lasting addition to your kitchen.
$98.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
691
/ 2725
#691 in Skillets & Frying Pans
Price vs Category Average
-7%
Below average
Material
Carbon Steel
/ Carbon Steel
Who it's for
- Home cooks seeking professional-grade crusts on meats and vegetables
- Heirloom seekers wanting a lifetime kitchen investment
- Health-conscious chefs preferring natural, chemical-free non-stick surfaces
Who should skip it
- Busy cooks needing low-maintenance, dishwasher-safe cookware
- Users with limited wrist strength or mobility
- Bakers requiring high-heat oven versatility for their pans
Performance breakdown
Searing Performance
Carbon steel provides professional-grade heat retention for a perfect crust.
Durability
Heavy-duty construction ensures this pan lasts for generations of daily use.
Seasoning Requirement
Requires dedicated maintenance to build and maintain a functional non-stick surface.
Heat Responsiveness
Reacts quickly to temperature changes for precise control during complex cooking.
Ergonomics
Traditional handle design offers a secure grip but lacks a helper.
Cleaning Convenience
Strict hand-wash requirements demand extra care to prevent rust and damage.
Key Specs
Material
Carbon Steel
Diameter
12.25 inches
Handle Material
Traditional French handle with epoxy coating
Oven Safe Temperature
400º F (for up to 10 minutes)
Cleaning
Handwash only
Model Number
5610.32
Is Non-stick
No
Dishwasher Safe
No
Features
- Develops a naturally non-stick surface
- Superior heat conductivity for even cooking
- Protected by signature beeswax coating
- Traditional French handle design
- Handmade in France
- Requires initial seasoning
- Durable carbon steel construction
What customers say
Enthusiasts praise the De Buyer Mineral B pan for its superior durability and cooking performance. Users consistently highlight its exceptional heat retention, which delivers a perfect sear on foods. The core satisfaction comes from developing a natural, highly effective nonstick surface through proper seasoning. Experienced cooks view this carbon steel pan as a lifetime workhorse that improves with age. While the required seasoning process presents a learning curve for novices, the resulting longevity and cooking results offer unparalleled value. This pan is recognized as a high performance essential for those willing to invest in its care.
Know before you buy
The beeswax coating is applied at the factory to protect the raw carbon steel from oxidation during shipping and storage. You must wash this coating off thoroughly with hot water before performing your initial seasoning.
It is not pre-treated with a chemical non-stick coating. Instead, it develops a natural patina over time through regular use and proper seasoning, which creates a slick, non-stick surface that improves the more you cook with it.
You should never put this pan in the dishwasher. Clean it by hand with hot water and a brush, dry it completely on the stovetop to prevent rust, and apply a very light coating of oil before storing it.
Yes, this pan is oven-safe up to 400°F, but only for a maximum of 10 minutes. It is best suited for stovetop searing and sautéing rather than long-duration roasting.
Yes, because it is made of raw carbon steel, you must season it before its first use to build a protective layer. This involves heating a thin layer of oil in the pan until it smokes, which creates the foundation for its non-stick properties.
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