BK Paella Pan Black Steel Carbon Steel ø 38 cm - without non-stick coating
Place the paella in the center of the table so everyone can serve themselves
The two handles make the large pan easy to lift
The more you use it, the better the natural seasoning becomes
Forget flimsy non-stick pans that show scratches after a year: with the BK Paella Pan Black Steel Carbon Steel ø 38 cm, you have a pan that grows with you. The more you use it, the better it cooks. This is not just marketing talk - it’s the nature of carbon steel at work.
This is the pan for when you want to impress the whole table. A steaming paella in the centre, everyone serves themselves, and you enjoy the reactions. Or a pan full of grilled vegetables from the barbecue, with those lovely smoky edges that only come from a pan that can truly withstand heat. The BK Black Steel paella pan is large (38 cm), flat, robust - and ready for any fire.
Why you’ll never want to be without this pan at the table
- Large sharing moment - Place it in the centre of the table and everyone serves themselves: that’s paella as it should be, enjoying a dish that calls for space and company.
- Two sturdy handles - The cast iron handles make lifting this large pan easy and safe, even when it’s filled to the brim with rice and seafood.
- Improves with use - The darker the patina layer, the better the pan cooks. This is a pan that will stay loyal to you for years - and will repay that loyalty.
- Versatile use - Gas, induction, ceramic, halogen, electric, barbecue, and oven up to 230 degrees: this pan goes anywhere with you.
- 100% PFAS-free - No coating, no chemicals, no worries. Pure carbon steel, pure flavour.
Black Steel: the pan that improves itself
Carbon steel is the material that professional chefs have used for centuries, and for good reason. The BK Black Steel pan has no non-stick coating. Instead, with each use, you build up a natural patina layer: a thin, dark protective layer of baked fats that cooks better over time. The material absorbs heat rapidly and distributes it evenly across the large, flat surface. You can sear meat directly, rice browns beautifully on the bottom - that crispy 'socarrat' in Spanish cuisine - and vegetables get that desired roasting without steaming.
New out of the box, the pan is grey and neutral. After a few uses, it starts to change colour: first brown spots, then dark zones, ultimately a deep, almost black patina across the entire surface. That’s the sign that your pan is ready for its best work. Don’t be surprised if friends ask if the pan is new - the answer is: no, it’s finally perfect.
Use, care, and everything you need to know
A carbon steel pan requires a bit more attention than a non-stick pan, but it gives back much more in return. Want to keep it in good shape? Follow these simple rules:
- First use - seasoning - Rub the pan with a thin layer of neutral oil and heat it until it smokes. Remove excess oil. Repeat this two or three times for a good initial layer.
- Cleaning - Rinse the pan after use with hot water and a brush. No soap needed - it damages the patina. Dry it immediately and thoroughly to prevent rust.
- Never in the dishwasher - The dishwasher is the enemy of carbon steel. Hand wash, always.
- Rest after use - Rub a light layer of oil over the inside before storing the pan. This keeps the patina protected.
- Stackable - The pan stacks easily, handy if your kitchen has less space than your dishes deserve.
And if a bit of rust does appear? No drama. Lightly scrub it with a steel wool pad, dry it off, and re-season it. Carbon steel forgives a lot and just starts anew.
From stove to barbecue to oven - without detours
What truly sets the BK Black Steel paella pan apart is its versatility. You start the sofrito on the gas stove, add the rice and broth, and then slide the pan straight into the oven at 230 degrees for that perfect finish. Or you place it on the barbecue for a smoky seafood paella in the garden - the large 38 cm ensures that even guests who always miss out get more than enough. That creates a special culinary moment: people watch, smell the aromas, and then everyone serves themselves. That’s dining as it’s meant to be.
The two cast iron handles ensure that you can lift and move the pan safely - even when it’s full and heavy. No wobbly handle that spins or a plastic grip that can’t take the heat. This is solid craftsmanship.
💡 Cookinglife Tip: Want the famous socarrat - the crispy rice crust at the bottom of a real paella? Turn up the heat in the last two minutes and listen: you’ll hear the rice crackling lightly. Remove the pan from the heat when you hear that sound and let it rest for a minute. Perfecto.
3-year warranty from BK
BK stands behind the quality of the Black Steel series with a 3-year warranty. But honestly: a carbon steel pan that is well cared for doesn’t last 3 years, but 30. This is the kind of pan you pass down, not throw away.
Specifications
- Collection: Black Steel
- Type: Paella pan
- Diameter: 38 cm (380 mm)
- Weight: 2260 grams
- Material: Carbon steel with cast iron handle
- Coating: None - natural patina build-up
- Colour: Black
- Suitable for: Gas, electric, halogen, ceramic, induction, barbecue
- Oven safe: Yes, up to 230 degrees Celsius
- Dishwasher safe: No - hand wash
- PFAS-free: Yes
- Includes lid: No
- Stackable: Yes
- Warranty: 3 years
In the box
- BK Paella Pan Black Steel Carbon Steel ø 38 cm
Ready to make paella that leaves a lasting impression? The BK Paella Pan Black Steel ø 38 cm is the pan that gets better with every use - and turns every dinner into a memory. Add it to your collection and discover what true craftsmanship in the kitchen means.
