Garcima Polished Carbon Steel Paella Pan 46cm, 12-20 Servings

The original. Garcima is the workshop in Valencia that most professional kitchens associate with paella, and this is the polished 46cm version — featuring the traditional bare-steel finish in the standard entertaining size, suitable for twelve servings of thin Valencian rice.

Bare carbon steel serves as the working surface that has been integral to paella since the dish's inception. It heats quickly, achieves a strong browning, 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 pan's floor, ensuring it remains flat while cooking, and assist in evenly distributing the rice in the thin layer desired for paella. A 46cm pan accommodates approximately 12 portions of thin Valencian rice, 16 at a medium depth, or 20 when filled deeper for a more substantial dish.

Features

• Pressed polished carbon steel — the classic Valencian paella surface
• 46cm diameter cooks paella for around 12 to 20 portions depending on rice depth
• Dimpled base reinforces the pan floor 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): 12 portions
• Medium rice: 16 portions
• Full rice: 20 portions

Care

Season before initial 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 film of oil before storage. Not safe for dishwashers. Not safe for ovens.

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. Use oven mitts when handling the pan while hot.

• Brand: Garcima
• Type: Paella Pan
• Barcode: 8412595100461