De Buyer Grill Plate Mineral B Element - 38 x 26 cm - without non-stick coating
Also suitable for use on a barbecue or over an open fire
No coating, so the plate improves with each use
Spans two burners, providing a large grilling surface
Made in France, with a lifetime warranty
Can you smell that? The delicious, lightly smoky aroma of meat making contact with a blazing hot grill plate - followed by the unmistakable sizzle that brings a smile to every cook's face. With the De Buyer Grill Plate Mineral B Element measuring 38 x 26 cm, you can bring that barbecue experience right into your kitchen. Or the garden, the campsite, or anywhere else. This is a grill plate without compromise: large, robust, versatile - and the more you use it, the better it gets.
Grilling Bigger, Enjoying More
This isn't some modest circle that barely fits a chicken breast. De Buyer thought bigger. With a grilling surface of 38 x 26 cm, you can lay down a hefty ribeye, four chicken thighs, a whole portion of vegetables or a salmon on one side and some asparagus on the other. The pan is intentionally designed to sit over two cooking zones - on your stove, it works across two burners - ensuring even heat distribution and giving you those lovely, crispy grill marks across the entire surface.
- Large grilling surface (38 x 26 cm) - Grill for multiple persons at once, without fussing over portions
- Beautiful grill marks from the ridges - Present your dish as if it just came off the charcoal barbecue
- Over two cooking zones - Perfect heat distribution, even on a standard stove
- Two sturdy handles - Safe and comfortable lifting, even when the pan is blazing hot
- Suitable for all heat sources - Gas, electric, ceramic, halogen, induction, and even the BBQ
- Made in France - With a lifetime guarantee against material and manufacturing defects
Carbon Steel: The Choice of Cooks Who Understand
De Buyer makes this grill plate from carbon steel - a material found in the best kitchens around the world, and for good reason. Carbon steel gets extremely hot, distributes that heat well, and gives you the Maillard reaction you're looking for: that deep brown, flavourful crust that not only makes your meat look good but also tastes truly different. Firmer, nuttier, richer.
The pan comes with a protective layer of beeswax - a completely natural, PTFE- and PFAS-free finish. That's intentional. Because at De Buyer, they don't believe in chemical coatings that wear off over time and get eaten. Instead, you build a natural patina by seasoning and using the pan. With each grilling session, that layer becomes stronger, thicker, and more effective. In short: this pan only gets better with time - just like a good cast iron pan you inherit from your grandmother, but lighter and easier to handle.
Seasoning and Maintenance: A Little Effort for a Lifetime of Enjoyment
The very first thing you do when the pan arrives is to season it. Remove the beeswax by briefly heating the pan, rub it with a thin layer of oil (peanut oil or flaxseed oil work wonders), and let that oil soak in over medium heat. Repeat that a few times. After that? Just use and enjoy.
After use, rinse the pan with warm water - without soap, as that will damage the built-up layer. Dry it thoroughly and rub it with a thin film of oil. This prevents rust and ensures the pan is ready for the next round. Sounds like work, but it's a matter of two minutes. And yes: the pan does not go in the dishwasher. It doesn't need to - hand washing is really all that's required.
The result after months of use? A deep, almost black patina that delivers cooking performance that traditional non-stick coatings can only dream of. This is cooking the way it was meant to be: organic, connected to the material, and getting better all the time.
From Induction Hob to Flaming Barbecue
What sets the De Buyer Mineral B grill plate apart from most other grill pans is its extreme versatility. It works on all heat sources: gas, electric, ceramic, halogen, and induction. But that's not all - you can also place it directly on the barbecue or over an open flame. Perfect for those summer BBQ sessions where you want to grill not only meat but also some vegetables or bread without having to keep an eye on everything. And because it is also oven safe, you can easily move it from the fire to the oven to finish a dish.
The two sturdy handles make moving it safe and comfortable, even when the pan is hot. Weighing 2.49 kg, it feels substantial - but not unmanageable. That weight is actually beneficial: it provides stability and heat retention.
💡 Cookinglife Tip: Place the grill plate on your hob while you prepare your ingredients, and heat it gently over medium heat. A carbon steel pan heated too quickly and too high gives uneven results. Take a moment to wait until it is properly heated - then sprinkle a drop of water over it: if it evaporates immediately, the pan is ready. Then lay down your meat, turn the heat up slightly, and let the pan do its work. Don't keep moving and turning - patience is the secret ingredient here.
Made in France, for a Lifetime of Grilling
De Buyer is a French company with over 185 years of experience in making steel cookware. That knowledge is literally in this product. The grill plate is made in France, with the artisanal precision and material choice that has made the brand great. And because they believe in what they make, they offer a lifetime guarantee against material and manufacturing defects. That's not marketing speak - that's a promise from people who know their product can deliver.
Specifications
- Collection: Mineral B Element
- Type: Grill Plate
- Material: Carbon steel with beeswax protection
- Grilling surface dimensions: 38 x 26 cm
- Total length (including handles): 494 mm
- Height: 66 mm
- Weight: 2490 grams
- Non-stick coating: No coating - builds natural patina
- PFAS-free: Yes
- Colour: Silver (steel)
- Shape: Rectangular
- Suitable for: Gas, electric, halogen, ceramic, induction, BBQ, oven
- Oven safe: Yes
- Dishwasher safe: No
- Cleaning: Hand wash with warm water, dry immediately and oil
- Country of origin: France
- Warranty: Lifetime against material and manufacturing defects
In the Package
- De Buyer Grill Plate Mineral B Element - 38 x 26 cm
If you're looking for a grill plate that not only performs well today but will work even better ten years from now than the day you bought it - this is the one. The De Buyer Mineral B Element grill plate is an investment in flavour, craftsmanship, and that unforgettable moment when the meat slides perfectly off the pan with the most beautiful grill marks you've ever seen. Order it, season it, and start grilling.
