is matfer carbon steel oven safe

The French-made Matfer pans have the classic utilitarian design as we see on many other carbon steel pans. It’s simple and robust, and over time the patina will look great.

The Matfer Bourgeat carbon steel fry pans are made from what they call black carbon steel, and will like most other carbon steel pans last for a very long time. The build quality feels extremely solid and with a 3 mm thick base, the pan will probably never warp or become dented. You can expect the same sturdiness and longevity as a good quality cast iron skillet.Â

The handle of the Matfer pan is made exclusively from cast iron which has the advantage of being oven-safe. This is a great feature that not all carbon steel pans have. The Mineral B series by De Buyer, for instance, has a handle that, for some reason, is coated in epoxy which only allows it to be oven safe for 10 minutes at 205 C (400 F). Another great feature of the Matfer pan’s handle is that its welded on instead of riveted in place. This means that the surface of the pan is completely smooth and is much easier to use and clean. Â

The Matfer Bourgeat fry pan is great at cooking most foods. The pan is thick and retains heat very well, much like a cast iron pan. It’s also capable of reaching very high temperatures which is ideal for searing and sautéing foods. And like any other good quality carbon steel pan, the Matfer becomes non-stick after a good seasoning and a couple of uses. This makes it easy and hassle free to cook foods at both high and low temperatures, and will never leave you with that sad feeling of seeing the beautiful crust on your steak left on the pan. With just a little bit of fat on the Matfer pan, your fried eggs will slip and slide around the pan all day. It’s also possible for most people to lift the pans that are 30 cm (12 inches) and under, one handed and toss foods around. The Matfer Bourgeat carbon steel pans are heavy pans, but not nearly as heavy as a cast iron skillet of the same size.Â

The downsides of cooking with the Matfer Bourgeat black steel pans, is that the seasoning, like on any other carbon steel pan, will deteriorate if you cook very acidic foods. So making a tomato sauce or reducing half a bottle of wine is not such a good idea. But if you just use small amounts of acidic it isn’t a problem at all, and you don’t have to worry about squeezing half a lemon into your sauce. Also, there is nothing harmful or poisonous being released if the seasoning deteriorates from acidic foods, you’ll just loose the non-stick and have to season the pan again. That’s the great thing about carbon steel pans, no matter how you treat them they can always be fixed.Â

On the packaging of the Matfer Bourgeat black carbon steel pan, it’s recommended to season the pan by cooking some potato peels in a bunch of oil and salt, mixed 50/50. It sounds weird, and it is. We tried the method, and the results weren’t all that great. It takes an incredibly long time for the pan to develop any color and it smokes a lot! And if your pan is medium sized or larger, you’ll need to use a crazy amount of salt and oil.

Instead we recommend to season the pan by applying a very thin layer of oil and letting it burn to the pan. It’s much easier and quicker, and produces a better result in the end. You can read our simple guide to season any carbon steel pan here: 7 Steps to Properly Season a Carbon Steel Pan

The Matfer Bourgeat carbon steel pan has no limitations to what heat sources you can use. A gas burner is always the best choice for maximum control and even distribution of heat, but any heat source you have will work just fine. The pans are, as mentioned before, oven safe for an unlimited time and can even be used over open fire. Be aware that because the handle is made from cast iron and welded I place it can get very hot quite fast.Â

If you’re used to cooking with primarily light non-stick pans, it can take a bit of time to get familiar with the Matfer Bourgeat carbon steel pans. It might look like any other pan, but don’t be fooled – it’s heavy and can be a bit of a struggle to maneuver around the kitchen. Especially the large pans. But as mentioned before, it’s not much compared to cast iron that offers very similar cooking abilities.Â

One thing that we noticed, is that the handle on the 24 cm (9.5 inches) version is quite short compared to the size of the pan. It’s actually the same length as the handle on a 18cm (7 inch) De Buyer Carbone Plus pan, which is a pan that has almost half the cooking area of the Matfer. This makes the Matfer a bit awkward to use. But it seems that the other sizes are proportioned better, and doesn’t have the same issues.Â

The sides of the Matfer pan are not as steep as we would like them to be. It makes tossing foods a bit harder than with other carbon steel pans, and if you’re not careful you might just end up tossing the food all over your kitchen instead of back into the pan.

Overall, the issues are very minor and the Matfer carbon steel pan is really fun and rewarding to use. It does exactly what you expect it to and never lets you down. It seasons really well and becomes super non-stick in a short time, and not having any rivets that gets in the way is great.Â

NATURAL NON-STICK MATERIAL: Made of of black carbon steel, a natural mineral material promoting healthy cooking making this pan free of any harsh chemicals or coatings, PTFE and PFOA free, and once seasoned, becomes exceedingly non-stick

FRENCH CRAFTSMANSHIP: Ensures high standards for durability, performance, and hygiene for both commercial and residential use

The Matfer Bourgeat Black Carbon Steel Fry Pan is made to exceed your high standards for durability, longevity, performance, and hygiene in professional and home kitchens alike. This pan is available in a choice of 9 sizes, as well as paella and crepe shapes, each sold separately. The black steel fry pan is made of single-plate high-carbon black steel, bringing top-notch heat distribution for the perfect sear, preserving the vitamins and nutrients in your foods. At 3mm thick, retains heat for even and consistent cooking. Black carbon steel is a natural mineral material free of any harsh chemicals or coatings, and is PTFE and PFOA free. This steel pan can also withstand and maintain exceedingly high temperatures, as it can be used on all hob and stove types, even induction. Naturally nonstick once seasoned.

HIGHLY COMPATIBLE & VERSATILE: Compatible with all hob types, including induction. With an ability to retain very high temperatures, black carbon steel excels over open fires, on outdoor grills, and in ovens, as well as on all varieties of traditional stove tops

VARIETY OF USES: Brings top-notch heat distribution and temperature control, preserving the vitamins and nutrients in your foods, making it excellent for searing meats and fish, stir-frying and caramelizing vegetables, a wide variety of other dishes and techniques.

Instead we recommend to season the pan by applying a very thin layer of oil and letting it burn to the pan. It’s much easier and quicker, and produces a better result in the end. You can read our simple guide to season any carbon steel pan here: 7 Steps to Properly Season a Carbon Steel Pan

The Matfer Bourgeat fry pan is great at cooking most foods. The pan is thick and retains heat very well, much like a cast iron pan. It’s also capable of reaching very high temperatures which is ideal for searing and sautéing foods. And like any other good quality carbon steel pan, the Matfer becomes non-stick after a good seasoning and a couple of uses. This makes it easy and hassle free to cook foods at both high and low temperatures, and will never leave you with that sad feeling of seeing the beautiful crust on your steak left on the pan. With just a little bit of fat on the Matfer pan, your fried eggs will slip and slide around the pan all day. It’s also possible for most people to lift the pans that are 30 cm (12 inches) and under, one handed and toss foods around. The Matfer Bourgeat carbon steel pans are heavy pans, but not nearly as heavy as a cast iron skillet of the same size.Â

The Matfer Bourgeat carbon steel pan has no limitations to what heat sources you can use. A gas burner is always the best choice for maximum control and even distribution of heat, but any heat source you have will work just fine. The pans are, as mentioned before, oven safe for an unlimited time and can even be used over open fire. Be aware that because the handle is made from cast iron and welded I place it can get very hot quite fast.Â

The Matfer Bourgeat carbon steel fry pans are made from what they call black carbon steel, and will like most other carbon steel pans last for a very long time. The build quality feels extremely solid and with a 3 mm thick base, the pan will probably never warp or become dented. You can expect the same sturdiness and longevity as a good quality cast iron skillet.Â

The Matfer Bourgeat black steel pan is a really capable pan that is great at cooking basically anything. We were very impressed by the pan’s non-stick abilities and how well it seasoned the first time. The pan is predictable and feels good to use. Overall, these are some of the best carbon steel pans out there.Â

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Is the Matfer Bourgeat black carbon steel Fry Pan good?

Matfer Bourgeat Black Carbon Steel Fry looks unassuming but delivers on each test you put it to. It feels like a good balance between cast iron and nonstick, and that is why it gets the thumb up for buying. We tested The Matfer Bourgeat Black Carbon Steel Fry Pan and found that it heats up faster and cooks food evenly.

Which carbon steel Fry Pan is best?

In our tested review of popular carbon steel skillets, we named the Matfer Bourgeat Black Carbon Steel Fry Pan the best overall pick. Ahead, learn more about this workhorse pan and why we love it so much.

Is Matfer Bourgeat induction safe?

(Note: Matfer Bourgeat is induction-safe, but it is harder to get an even seasoning with an induction burner. If you only use induction, follow the oven seasoning method outlined in this extensive cleaning and maintenance guide. The pan is oven-safe up to 750 degrees.) Is Matfer Bourgeat Carbon Steel Induction-Safe?

Is the Matfer Bourgeat a good Pan?

And because practically nothing stuck to the surface, it was a snap to clean. What’s more, compared to other highly rated and comparably sized carbon steel pans, the Matfer Bourgeat is highly affordable—and performs just as well, if not better, than options that cost twice as much.