{"product_id":"bk-paellapan-black-steel-38-cm","title":"BK Paella Pan Black Steel Carbon Steel ø 38 cm - without non-stick coating","description":"\u003cp\u003eForget flimsy non-stick pans that show scratches after a year: with the \u003cstrong\u003eBK Paella Pan Black Steel Carbon Steel ø 38 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e, 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you’ll never want to be without this pan at the table\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLarge sharing moment\u003c\/strong\u003e - 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo sturdy handles\u003c\/strong\u003e - The cast iron handles make lifting this large pan easy and safe, even when it’s filled to the brim with rice and seafood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImproves with use\u003c\/strong\u003e - 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile use\u003c\/strong\u003e - Gas, induction, ceramic, halogen, electric, barbecue, and oven up to 230 degrees: this pan goes anywhere with you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% PFAS-free\u003c\/strong\u003e - No coating, no chemicals, no worries. Pure carbon steel, pure flavour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBlack Steel: the pan that improves itself\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarbon steel is the material that professional chefs have used for centuries, and for good reason. The \u003cstrong\u003eBK Black Steel\u003c\/strong\u003e pan has no non-stick coating. Instead, with each use, you build up a \u003cem\u003enatural patina layer\u003c\/em\u003e: 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNew 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eUse, care, and everything you need to know\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 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:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst use - seasoning\u003c\/strong\u003e - 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCleaning\u003c\/strong\u003e - 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNever in the dishwasher\u003c\/strong\u003e - The dishwasher is the enemy of carbon steel. Hand wash, always.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRest after use\u003c\/strong\u003e - Rub a light layer of oil over the inside before storing the pan. This keeps the patina protected.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStackable\u003c\/strong\u003e - The pan stacks easily, handy if your kitchen has less space than your dishes deserve.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAnd 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrom stove to barbecue to oven - without detours\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e💡 \u003cstrong\u003eCookinglife Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Want the famous \u003cem\u003esocarrat\u003c\/em\u003e - 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e3-year warranty from BK\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBK stands behind the quality of the Black Steel series with a \u003cstrong\u003e3-year warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e. But honestly: a carbon steel pan that is well cared for doesn’t last 3 years, but 30. 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