Garcima Polished Carbon Steel Paella Pan 32cm - 4-7 Portions

The original. Garcima is the workshop in Valencia that most professional kitchens associate with paella, and this is the polished 32cm — bare carbon steel designed for four servings of thin Valencian rice, suitable for a single domestic gas burner.

Bare carbon steel serves as the working surface that has been integral 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 renowned. 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, featuring two riveted handles that maintain their alignment under heat. The dimples reinforce the pan's floor, ensuring it remains flat during cooking, and assist in achieving the thin, even layer of rice that paella requires. A 32cm pan accommodates approximately 4 portions of thin Valencian rice, 6 at a medium depth, or 7 when stretched deeper for a more substantial dish.

Features

• Pressed polished carbon steel — the classic Valencian paella surface
• 32cm diameter prepares paella for about 4 to 7 portions based on rice depth
• Dimpled base fortifies the pan floor and aids in even rice distribution
• Two riveted side handles for safe 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): 4 portions
• Medium rice: 6 portions
• Full rice: 7 portions

Care

Season prior to first use: rinse, dry, apply a thin layer of vegetable oil, heat over medium until the oil 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, utilize 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: 8412595100324