Garcima Polished Carbon Steel Paella Pan 30cm, 3-5 Portions

The original. Garcima is the workshop in Valencia that many professional kitchens associate with paella, and this is the polished 30cm version — made of bare carbon steel for three servings of thin Valencian rice, designed for small households and a single domestic burner.

Bare carbon steel is the material that has been essential to paella since the dish's inception. It heats quickly, browns effectively, and develops a seasoned patina over time that creates the socarrat for which the dish is famous. However, it can rust if left wet — a trade-off for the bare-metal finish.

Constructed in the traditional manner: pressed carbon steel, dimpled across the base, with two riveted handles that maintain their alignment under heat. The dimples reinforce the bottom of the pan to keep it flat while cooking, and assist the rice in settling into the thin, even layer that paella requires. A 30cm pan accommodates approximately 3 portions of thin Valencian rice, 4 at a medium depth, or 5 when stretched deeper for a more substantial dish.

Features

• Pressed polished carbon steel — the classic surface for Valencian paella
• 30cm diameter cooks paella for about 3 to 5 portions depending on rice depth
• Dimpled base enhances the pan's floor strength and aids in even rice distribution
• Two riveted side handles for secure lifting at the line or table
• Compatible with gas burners and open flames
• Develops a seasoned dark patina with use that enhances performance over time
• Manufactured in Valencia, Spain

Serving Guide

• Thin rice (Valencian style): 3 portions
• Medium rice: 4 portions
• Full rice: 5 portions

Care

Season before first use: rinse, dry, apply a thin layer of vegetable oil, heat over medium until the oil just begins to smoke, cool, and wipe out. Repeat once or twice for a more robust seasoning. After each use, hand wash with warm water (avoid strong detergents that can strip the seasoning), dry immediately and thoroughly, then apply a light coat of oil before storing. Not dishwasher safe. Not oven safe.

Safety

Not suitable for induction cooktops or ovens. When cooking over an open flame, use a stable burner stand or trivet to support the pan. Always use oven mitts when handling the pan while hot.

• Brand: Garcima
• Type: Paella Pan
• Barcode: 8412595100300