Mineral B Carbon Steel Fry Pan
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Made of 99% iron, the de Buyer Mineral Fry Pan is the natural choice of restaurant chefs for serving gourmet entrees rich with moist seared flavor. With the 3mm thickness, this pan performs exceptionally well at high temperatures - the key to caramelizing natural juices for a crisp outer sear that locks in flavor, vitamins and nutrients. Beautifully sears meat, poultry, pork and seafood that coated pans cannot. With the updated smooth cast stainless steel handle, every size mineral skillet in this deBuyer collection is comfortable to grip and easier to handle on the stove top and in the oven. The organic mineral pan enables safe, health conscious cooking, without unnatural chemical coatings. The more you use the mineral skillet, the better it performs, as this pans darkens naturally and becomes nonstick over time. Free of chemicals, PFOA- and PTFE-free, these pans naturally enhance the flavor of steaks, seafood, omelettes, vegetables and more, by sealing in nutrients under high heat. Sloped sides ideal for sauteing, braising and deglazing and finishing in the oven. de Buyer takes a proactive approach toward ecologically responsible cookware with the organic mineral pan. Available in 8" and 9 1/2", 11" and 12 1/2" Dia. Made in France. Safe for all heat sources, including induction. Founded in France in 1830, de Buyer is the manufacturer of the blue-steel French crepe pan used by chefs around the world. The name de Buyer is renowned as a premier European supplier of top quality utensils and cookware using eco-friendly materials.
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14 mentions from real owners
- #1Dec 30, 2025
I never want to buy cookware again
Check out the debuyer country fry pan. It has a large flat bottom with very high sides. I have the pro version with the stainless handle. Only downside is the weight.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #2Dec 1, 2025
Which type of pan is the BIFL king?
Carbon steel is the answer. De Buyer Pro. A bit lighter and easier to wield than cast iron and can replace your non-stick teflon pans (if seasoned properly).
View on Redditopen_in_new - #3Nov 2, 2025
I need new induction cookware I won’t have to throw away in two years.
Great point. I have the Darto paella so I'm not sure about the regular handle, but the DeBuyer mineral B pro handle is amazing for lack of heat. same, I love it
View on Redditopen_in_new - #4Nov 2, 2025
I need new induction cookware I won’t have to throw away in two years.
I'm a big fan of carbon steel. Regarding skillets: I've got one DeBuyer mineral B pro that I like, and i've also got a Darto skillet I really like, but it's ordered from Argentina. If you're US based, you may have tariff fuckery to deal with now to get a Darto. Make sure to check the max diameter acceptable for your burner as well
View on Redditopen_in_new - #5Sep 4, 2025
What frying pans are we buying? Tired of nonstick pans that only last 6 months.
Carbon steel. De Buyer Mineral B Pro. Also nice to have a few stainless pots and pans for acidic foods
View on Redditopen_in_new - #6Aug 3, 2025
What’s the pan everyone needs that’s BIFL?
Anything carbon steel, cast iron, or stainless. I have a debuyer mineral b pro carbon steel and a Darto carbon steel. Love them both All clad is great stainless, and lodge is classic cast iron (there are better than lodge, you can dive into the world of vintage and high end cast iron, but lodge is super chea and gets the job done) Id recommend at least one cast iron (best for steak), carbon steel should be your daily use pans, and stainless is great for acidic foods (white wine, tomato sauce, etc) There is a learning curve to cooking with and maintaining cast iron and carbon steel however, but it's not hard. Non stick is never BIFL, they are only good for between 2-6 years and have to be thrown away after that
View on Redditopen_in_new - #7Aug 2, 2025
What’s the pan everyone needs that’s BIFL?
Ditch the non stick for a carbon steel. It's lighter and much easier to deal with than cast iron, but performs in a very similar way. Properly seasoned, it will be very close to a teflon type non stick. This is the one I have. Absolutely love it: https://www.debuyer-usa.com/products/mineral-b-pro-fry-pan?variant=44550677397762
View on Redditopen_in_new - #8Jul 6, 2025
Looking for partner-proof cookware
A couple years ago i replaced my nonstick pan with a carbon steel pan. There is a bit of a learning curve, but I absolutely love it now. It's my everyday pan. The care is just like cast iron — no dishwasher/soap and nothing too acidic for long periods of time. I have stainless pans too, but 9 times out of 10 I'm using the carbon steel. Mine is a De Buyer Mineral B Pro
View on Redditopen_in_new - #9Jul 3, 2025
Carbon Steel Pan: what brand to buy?
Be aware that carbon steel pans usually have slopped walls so the flat area will be smaller then expected. I personally like mineral B and if you go that big, I would go with the pro models. it’s thicker then the standard mineral B. Cooked on induction for years and no warpage. It’s not much lighter then cast iron but it reacts to heat changes faster then cast. My CS pans are slippery even with eggs after months of cooking on it. My Cast iron doesn’t get that slippery.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #10Jul 1, 2025
Name your top 5 BIFL items
De buyer mineral b pro cookware Breville appliances (had several for over 8 years and they all work / look like new) All city steel bicycles Quality leather jacket
View on Redditopen_in_new - #11Jun 2, 2025
All Clad D3 pan set worth it?
What set are you looking at? I received a 10 piece D3 set as a gift close to 10 years ago. They are as-advertised and the costumer service is phenomenal. They replaced every single piece because the dishwasher was causing the edges to become dangerous—even after I missed the class action lawsuit deadline. It was a whole thing. Google it. I rarely ever use the All-Clad pans any more, though. I much prefer my carbon steel De Buyer Pro. For acidic things (not good for carbon steel), I do use my All-Clad 3 quart sauté pan. All-Clads pots are worth it and perform very well. Mine get plenty of use. If I was buying pots and pans today, I would buy them piece by piece unless you get a killer deal.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #12May 7, 2025
So is there really no non-stick pan that is safe to use as long as it isn’t chipped?
Carbon steel. De Buyer Pro. Toss the nonstick.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #13Apr 7, 2025
Best Cooking Pans Now? Recommendation?
Carbon steel. De Buyer Pro. It can replace your nonstick and it will 100% last you a lifetime. There is a slight learning curve, but it well worth it. I absolutely love mine. My daily driver.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #14Feb 2, 2025
Best pot and pan set
Avoid getting a set, you will inevitably get a good amount of stuff you’ll never use. Instead piece together your own. My personal set looks like this. You may have different needs but this works well for me. 12” All Clad Copper Core Fry Pan 12” Wagner Cast Iron (heirloom) 11” De Buyer Mineral B Pro Carbon Steel Pan 10” Wagner Cast Iron (heirloom) 4qt All Clad Copper Core Saucepan 2qt All Clad Copper Core Saucepan 7qt Staub Cocotte (Dutch Oven) 12qt Cuisinart Multiclad Pro Stockpot 32cm Oxenforge Flat Bottom Wok These cover my needs perfectly. I phased out nonstick some time ago and don’t miss it at all. Carbon steel performs just as well when you get use to heat control. The 10” cast iron could go but I keep it because it works great for camping and it’s nearly 100 years old now. Someday I may swap it for an enameled cast iron pan of the same size. Again am - you may have different needs or wants but my point is that an effective kitchen is one that’s customized to you!
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