Stainless Steel 5-Ply Sauté Pan Castel'Pro Cristel

With the 5-Ply Stainless Steel Rounded Frying Pan Castel'Pro Cristel you are going to sauté, fry, brown, stew, or reduce wonderfully, with the precise control of the best chefs. Entirely made in France, this multilayer frying pan with curved design and higher walls than those of a traditional frying pan, it is an excellent-quality piece and so versatile that you can use it as deep frying pan, fryer, casserole, stockpot, or wok, both on the stovetop and in the oven. It’ll come in very handy!

The rounded frying pan of 5-Ply stainless steel Castel'Pro represents the the excellence of professional cookware adapted for home use. Designed by Paul Dodane, a key figure in the brand, and developed in collaboration with chefs, it is a premium frying pan that guarantees maximum performance, total control, and great durability. Made with excellent-quality materials and carefully crafted finishes, Castel'Pro is a line of a benchmark in high-end cookware.

The domed frying pan features 5-layer multi-ply construction and combines 18/10 stainless steel and aluminum throughout the entire body structure. The frying pan absorbs and distributes heat quickly, evenly, and in a controlled manner from the base to the edge, thanks to its multilayer technology. As a result, food cooks evenly and efficiently.

Technical characteristics of the Castel'Pro collection

• Ultraply body, combining lightness and strength. Balance between durability and lightness for comfortable handling.
• 5-layer (5-ply) multi-layer construction throughout the body: 18/10 stainless steel + aluminum + reinforced aluminum core + aluminum + induction-compatible stainless steel base.
• Fast, even heat distribution throughout the entire body of the utensil, from the base to the rim (not just on the base).
• Precise thermal control: rapid rise and fall in temperature.
• Suitable for all types of hobs, including induction.
• Made with 18/10 stainless steel of European origin: high corrosion resistance and food-safe.
• Round design which makes stir-frying and preparing sauces and reductions easier.
• High-strength stainless steel rivets.
• Inner graduations for precise measurement.
• Closed edge that protects the inner layers and improves hygiene.
• Pouring rim designed for clean, drip-free pouring.
• Long handle, ergonomic and designed to stay cooler during use.

What is the 5-Ply Castel'Pro Cristel stainless steel domed frying pan ideal for?

The multi-layer construction of the Castel'Pro frying pan ensures an immediate thermal response and evenly across the entire surface, whether you turn the heat up or down, which will provide you with a precise cooking control. Your curved design and its higher sides than those of a traditional frying pan, they help move food around and concentrate juices and liquids. It is a very versatile frying pan, perfect for countless techniques and recipes. With it, you can:

• Skip meat, vegetables, and fish wok-style, as it allows food to cook quickly.
• Cook risottos and creamy or brothy rice dishes, since the curved base helps when stirring and emulsifying the starch.
• Reduce sauces, juices, and stocks very efficiently.
• Emulsify and bind sauces directly in the pan.
• Prepare stews, meat and legume stews.
• Cook fish with sauce, thanks to its cauldron-style design.
• Fry using less oil and avoiding splatters.
• Cook all kinds of dishes that require finishing in the oven, without having to switch utensils.
• Prepare roasted in the oven, from chicken and potatoes to salt-baked sirloin.

Important note: For proper use, it is recommended to heat the hammered frying pan gradually over medium-low heat for a few seconds before adding oil or food. High heat settings should be avoided, as its multilayer construction allows for quick, even heat distribution. It is advisable not to cook above 2/3 of the hob’s power and to avoid heating it empty or overheating.

5-Ply Frying Pan Features

• Rounded stainless steel frying pan.
• Curved design with taller walls than the traditional frying pan.
• 5-layer multilayer body (18/10 stainless steel interior + aluminum + ferritic stainless steel exterior).
• Part of the Castel’Pro collection.
• Designed by Paul Dodane, a key figure at Cristel.
• Designed for professional and demanding home use.
• Stainless steel of European origin with a glossy finish.
• Fast, even heat distribution.
• Excellent control over cooking. Rapid temperature rise and fall.
• Very versatile design. Allows it to be used as deep frying pan, fryer, casserole, stockpot, or wok.
• Ideal for sauté, fry, brown, stew, simmer, roast, or reduce.
• Suitable for all stovetops, including induction.
• Oven-safe. Maximum 300 °C in the oven.
• Dishwasher safe.
• Ergonomic heat-resistant handle, which reduces heat transfer.
• Closed pouring rim, wide and effective.
• Made in France, responsibly and in an environmentally friendly way.
• Use of renewable energy and a sustainable approach.
• Origine France Garantie certification.
• Lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects under normal household use conditions.

Why we love the Castel'Pro Cristel 5-Ply Stainless Steel Frying Pan

1. You’re going to use it for everything, because it’s truly a very versatile piece.
2. From risottos to roasts, you'll see what wonderful results.
3. Its multilayer construction lets you control cooking at all times. Whether you turn the heat up or down, the response is immediate.
4. It’s also very efficient. It heats up quickly and distributes the heat wonderfully, from the base to the edges.
5. It is a premium frying pan, designed by professionals, that will make cooking all kinds of dishes a pleasure.
6. It will last forever, because it is durable and made from high-quality stainless steel.
7. It's a Cristel frying pan: quality, elegance, history, functionality, and a lifetime warranty. It has it all!

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