willland Posted June 6, 2021 Share Posted June 6, 2021 I have been a cast iron pan nut for the last couple of years and have a few different pans in my collection, vintage Lodge, Griswold, Wagner, BSR and modern Lodge. Love them all and use some of them very often. Also recently and somewhat reluctantly(wife wanted) added some All Clad hard anodized non stick pans, 8", 10", 12" to the mix. Surprising, I like them and use them more than my wife. Since I was kind of on a role, and have been researching for quite some time, I pulled the trigger on my first carbon steel pan. Since my primary use will be for searing steaks, I chose this one for a very attractive price. https://www.amazon.com/MINERAL-Round-Carbon-Steel-11-Inch/dp/B00VNQ7PVC/ref=asc_df_B00VNQ7PVC/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=198087151093&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=656081970346459374&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9012403&hvtargid=pla-393209246058&psc=1 Any folks with experience with De Buyer or any other brands please chime in with your thoughts or suggestions. Bill 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimjimbo Posted June 6, 2021 Share Posted June 6, 2021 39 minutes ago, willland said: I have been a cast iron pan nut for the last couple of years and have a few different pans in my collection, vintage Lodge, Griswold, Wagner, BSR and modern Lodge. Love them all and use some of them very often. Also recently and somewhat reluctantly(wife wanted) added some All Clad hard anodized non stick pans, 8", 10", 12" to the mix. Surprising, I like them and use them more than my wife. Since I was kind of on a role, and have been researching for quite some time, I pulled the trigger on my first carbon steel pan. Since my primary use will be for searing steaks, I chose this one for a very attractive price. https://www.amazon.com/MINERAL-Round-Carbon-Steel-11-Inch/dp/B00VNQ7PVC/ref=asc_df_B00VNQ7PVC/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=198087151093&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=656081970346459374&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9012403&hvtargid=pla-393209246058&psc=1 Any folks with experience with De Buyer or any other brands please chime in with your thoughts or suggestions. Bill Check out Misen. I have several and they are outstanding. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
willland Posted June 6, 2021 Author Share Posted June 6, 2021 16 minutes ago, jimjimbo said: Check out Misen. I have several and they are outstanding. I may if this De Buyer doesn’t do the trick. It arrives tomorrow. I used Crisco to season my cast iron pans, what you say for carbon steel? Flaxseed, grape seed oil? Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dirtmudd Posted June 6, 2021 Share Posted June 6, 2021 25 minutes ago, willland said: I may if this De Buyer doesn’t do the trick. It arrives tomorrow. I used Crisco to season my cast iron pans, what you say for carbon steel? Flaxseed, grape seed oil? Bill the same as cast..! but to much for the pan... try your local restaurant supply...First ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dirtmudd Posted June 6, 2021 Share Posted June 6, 2021 picked these up over a week ago.. 4 sauce pans , 12" fry pan , shaffing pan , dig scale , & pizza stone. . $160 out the door... local restaurant supply .. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dirtmudd Posted June 6, 2021 Share Posted June 6, 2021 43 minutes ago, willland said: I may if this De Buyer doesn’t do the trick. It arrives tomorrow. I used Crisco to season my cast iron pans, what you say for carbon steel? Flaxseed, grape seed oil? Bill before I forget after the initial seasoning.... you must keep it dry ! And always re-oil after use ... do not over heat the pan... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marvel Posted June 6, 2021 Share Posted June 6, 2021 26 minutes ago, dirtmudd said: picked these up over a week ago.. 4 sauce pans , 12" fry pan , shaffing pan , dig scale , & pizza stone. . $160 out the door... local restaurant supply .. So... you bought aluminum pans? Steel or iron, please! My almost 50 year old SaladMaster pans (T304s stainless) have been abused for most of those years and I can scrub them out and the look and work like new. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
willland Posted June 7, 2021 Author Share Posted June 7, 2021 11 minutes ago, Marvel said: 43 minutes ago, dirtmudd said: supply .. So... you bought aluminum pans? Are the cooking surfaces aluminum or the internal core? Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldtimer Posted June 7, 2021 Share Posted June 7, 2021 I have been happy with a thin cast iron pan from Aldi. Basically similar to a carbon steel, but just good old cast iron (not the thick heavy stuff). Under 20 dollars. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dirtmudd Posted June 7, 2021 Share Posted June 7, 2021 11 minutes ago, Marvel said: So... you bought aluminum pans? Steel or iron, please! My almost 50 year old SaladMaster pans (T304s stainless) have been abused for most of those years and I can scrub them out and the look and work like new. I'm only giving advice... it doesn't matter what pan .. cast , carbon , stainless , aluminum , and Teflon.. I most likely served more meals in one or two days than you have in your life.. there the right pan for every application... I also have stainless But no cast.... I use what I like...And what's need for the job at hand... Just made only a point on the curing process.. And most likely a better deal on price at a local restaurant supply store... 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dirtmudd Posted June 7, 2021 Share Posted June 7, 2021 23 minutes ago, willland said: Are the cooking surfaces aluminum or the internal core? Bill all aluminum with these pans... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dirtmudd Posted June 7, 2021 Share Posted June 7, 2021 2 hours ago, willland said: Flaxseed, grape seed oi any oil with a high smoke... or will smoke at high temps... if you smoke the oil you will have to do the process all over again... usually low and slow in the oven over night... you might have to do this process a few times.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimjimbo Posted June 7, 2021 Share Posted June 7, 2021 I have both the Misen carbon steel and non sticks in several sizes. Very, very well constructed. Very reasonable pricing as well. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dirtmudd Posted June 7, 2021 Share Posted June 7, 2021 1 minute ago, jimjimbo said: I have both the Misen carbon steel and non sticks in several sizers. Very, very well constructed. Very reasonable pricing as well. it doesn't matter what pan you use.. but pans made in the USA are better.. it comes down to proper heating of the pan .. do not over heat... And most importantly proper cooking techniques.. And seasoning of the food itself . Also having all your prep ready to rock & roll. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dirtmudd Posted June 7, 2021 Share Posted June 7, 2021 9 minutes ago, dirtmudd said: any oil with a high smoke... or will smoke at high temps... if you smoke the oil you will have to do the process all over again... usually low and slow in the oven over night... you might have to do this process a few times.... I ment to say high smoking point .. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dirtmudd Posted June 7, 2021 Share Posted June 7, 2021 We recommend using flavor-neutral oils with high smoke points. Oils like soybean, corn, sunflower, vegetable, and canola are inexpensive, easy to find, and can tolerate higher heat. https://misen.com/products/misen-carbon-steel-pan?variant=32715571822673¤cy=USD&utm_medium=product_sync&utm_source=google&utm_content=sag_organic&utm_campaign=sag_organic&gclid=Cj0KCQjw5PGFBhC2ARIsAIFIMNcdz1VGBl3RoOGAGuUtqR-QRs751tNzUAWoZ_ASR9PIoATHzEvcBZ8aAreFEALw_wcB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimjimbo Posted June 7, 2021 Share Posted June 7, 2021 2 hours ago, dirtmudd said: it doesn't matter what pan you use.. but pans made in the USA are better.. it comes down to proper heating of the pan .. do not over heat... And most importantly proper cooking techniques.. And seasoning of the food itself . Also having all your prep ready to rock & roll. Sorry, it does matter what pan you use. Believe what you want to believe. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldtimer Posted June 7, 2021 Share Posted June 7, 2021 I do have a carbon steel wok owned since the early 80s. Once you get the seasoning dialed in I will attest it is a fantastic material. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dirtmudd Posted June 7, 2021 Share Posted June 7, 2021 51 minutes ago, jimjimbo said: Sorry, it does matter what pan you use. Believe what you want to believe. so what does your favorite independent owned restaurant use ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dirtmudd Posted June 7, 2021 Share Posted June 7, 2021 1 hour ago, jimjimbo said: Sorry, it does matter what pan you use. Believe what you want to believe. here pick one .. no you believe in what their selling for home use... https://www.webstaurantstore.com/57131/carbon-steel-cookware.html https://www.webstaurantstore.com/2705/fry-pans.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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