The de Buyer Blue Steel Pan 12cm is a professional-grade French pan purpose-built for blinis, fritters, pancakes, crêpes, and small delicacies. Handcrafted in France from 2mm heavy-duty blue steel, this compact pan is a favourite among professional chefs and home cooks who want authentic, chemical-free cooking with results that improve over time.

A Pan That Gets Better With Every Use

Unlike non-stick pans that degrade over time, the de Buyer Blue Steel Pan builds a natural seasoning layer with each use. This polymerised oil patina gradually creates a naturally non-stick surface — completely free of PTFE, PFOA, and synthetic coatings. The more you cook with it, the better it performs.

Superior Heat for Superior Flavour

Blue steel reaches high temperatures quickly and evenly, creating the ideal conditions for the Maillard reaction — the chemical process behind deep caramelisation, golden crusts, and rich flavour development. Whether you're making perfectly golden blinis or searing small cuts of meat, this pan delivers results that coated pans simply can't match.

Key Features

• 2mm Heavy-Duty Blue Steel – Fast, even heat distribution with excellent heat retention
• Natural Non-Stick Seasoning – Builds with use; no synthetic coatings
• High-Heat Capable – Ideal for caramelisation and the Maillard reaction
• Riveted Iron Handle – Welded and riveted for lifetime durability and confident control
• All Cooktop Compatible – Induction, gas, electric, and ceramic
• Made in France – de Buyer has been crafting professional cookware since 1830
• Chemical-Free – No PTFE, PFOA, or non-stick coatings

Care Instructions

• Season before first use with a thin layer of oil over high heat
• Preheat with a small amount of fat before each cook
• After use, deglaze while warm and rinse with hot water — no detergent
• Dry thoroughly on the stovetop or in the oven immediately after washing
• Store with a light coat of oil to protect the seasoning
• Never use a dishwasher or soap

Specifications

The de Buyer Blue Steel Pan 12cm is a lifetime investment for anyone serious about cooking. Compact, indestructible, and only getting better with age — this is the pan professional kitchens across New Zealand and the world rely on.