Le Creuset Enameled Cast Iron Signature Round Skillet, 9", Sea salt

My wife and I have two of the Le Creuset Signature pans - this nine inch version and the twelve inch iteration. We got the thirty centimeter pan for our first anniversary and the twenty three centimeter for our second. These pans are, without question, the best frying pans I have ever used. I first encountered them in the care of a roommate who was gifted two of them upon graduating culinary school. The special enamel coating is unlike any pan I have ever used: it is not a traditional "non-stick", nor is it a plain cast iron. It is a unique enamel formulation that, over a short period of time, acquires a patina which offers the best of both worlds. It imparts the kind of rich carmelization and browning you expect from well-seasoned cast iron, while also having outstanding non-stick qualities without any unusual chemicals (PTFE, etc.) being involved.Unlike traditional cast iron, the Signature pans do not require seasoning with oil and high heat, and can be washed with regular dish soap and scrubber sponges or the like. You can put them in the dishwasher, and you can use heavy scrub brushes on them, but both of these things will inhibit (or outright prevent) the development of the patina that enables the enamel finish to really function as intended. I recommend only hand washing, and only using soft nylon scrubber sponges at most. Fortunately, even high heat cooking rarely if ever sticks anything to this pan so badly that you can't clean it off with a sponge or, at worst, getting at it with a wooden spoon.To really make the pan shine - literally and figuratively - I recommend that after cleaning and drying it, you spray it with a light coating of neutral vegetable oil (soy or canola) and gently wipe it down with a paper towel to form a light shiny coat. Doing this every time will help develop the patina more quickly, and leaves the pan ready to fry the next time you reach for it. You don't need a lot of oil here - just a smidge.These pans are expensive, no question. They are also ridiculously durable and incredibly useful. They will probably end up in our will. We barely use any of our other pans anymore! They're that good.

This is a wonderful skillet!

I purchased the 9" Le Creuset skillet after my ancient (at least 35 year old) 9" cast-iron skillet developed a crack down the center. I had a grease fire in the drip pan below it and I'm still unclear whether it was the victim or the culprit. I grew up in a home where cast iron was used daily, and know a lot of people are cooking and baking with cast-iron these days. As I type this, 9" Lodge skillets are in short supply -- so I cast my eyes on Le Creuset and decided to take the plunge. I read a lot of reviews from people who purchased the Le Creuset skillet and thought about the purchase for a few days before ordering one in the Flame colorway.I am not sorry I purchased this skillet. I have an old stove with electric elements, and am used to turning the element on low, and letting my skillets heat up. I did the same thing with "Flame", tossed in half a pat of butter, and then a couple of eggs. They cooked beautifully and slid off the bottom of the skillet when I turned them over, without breaking apart (a rare occurrence), and produced the tenderest fried eggs I've ever eaten. I'm looking forward to making sauces, and cooking in this skillet - clearly we get along together! There is something about the quality of the food that comes out of this pan that is a step above, and borderline magical.Similarities to my old cast-iron: they both contain the same volume of water.Differences: (1) the handle of my old cast-iron often stayed cool to the touch with simple sauteing, and the Le Creuset handles can get hot, so have potholders handy; (2) Le Creuset has a handy grab hold on the opposite end -- good to have since it is 3/4 oz. heavier than my old cast-iron skillet; (3) Le Creuset is enameled; after reading the pamphlet I'm buying some teflon whisks and keeping metal implements away from this pan.Do I recommend this pan? Yes, with one reservation. If you are not used to skillet cooking: frying, sauteing, making sauces, browning, etc. I recommend perfecting the art using a cast-iron or standard frying pan until you get basic cooking under your belt. This is an expensive skillet, and deserves to be treated with respect. Also, read the booklet that comes with this skillet; it has a lot of good advice on how to use it.

After using my mom's vintage Le Creuset skillet for years, I bought a Creuset Dutch Oven about a year ago, and it was a huge hit in our household. It's totally a repeat buy for everyone in my family. After a while I wanted to get a bigger skillet to add to the collection, because the vintage one can really only cook a very small amount of food at the same time.Since I bought this at the beginning of lockdown, I think a lot of other people were splurging on kitchen gear because they were cooking more from home. So this took about a month to arrive. Once it got here, I was excited to try it out, and the whole family has been using it. I've had it for at least 3 months by now.Pro:1. Larger surface space2. Cast iron is sturdy, and easy to clean3. It's high quality, so it will last for years.4. I can cook more food at one time.Cons:1. There is no protective handle, since it's all made of cast iron. This isn't a problem if you're frying a quick egg, pancakes, or grilled cheese. But if you're cooking for a while with items that need to simmer, the entire thing gets hot, and you need to wear oven mits/gloves.2. It's very heavy to pick up and put in the sink. If I pick it up with one hand, my arm is shaking. I typically need two hands. But if it's still hot, it's really difficult. Maybe I'm just really weak. I find that I still gravitate towards my old vintage skillet, because it's easier for me to hold, pick up, etc.I can't say that I regret buying this, because it's useful in its own way. But basically, I think I would repeat buy the dutch oven and vintage style skillet, but I'd never get this one again.

First off no seasoning required for this skillet? The manual says no seasoning required but I wondered. So I have cooked with this pan not seasoned and it cooks very well but some things tend to stick no matter how much butter or oil is added. I recently seasoned this pan, it cooks much better and nothing sticks to the pan anymore. I feel this is the single greatest pan/skillet for searing, frying or baking in the oven. Cooking is a joy with this skillet, we use medium to low heat on everything as the manual suggests and we let the pan come to temperature before using it. Using high heat with this skillet is sure to make everything you cook Stick to the skillet. We use wood spoons with this to ensure it will last a lifetime so my bad habit of banging a spoon on the side will not hurt this skillet. Cleaning this skillet is easy with soap and hot water as long as you do not burn stuff in it, using high heat will make cleaning Harder. If you have been holding off about purchasing this skillet Buy it, it will make cooking more enjoyable if you love cooking.

Love this item! Performance and the way it looks. Elegant!

This is a high quality pan but it did not meet my needs so I returned it. I needed a pan for cooking eggs, burgers, steaks nearly every day. This pan takes too long, is not supposed to be heated to high heat, and so my food didn't cook the way I wanted it too. Eggs stick quite a bit, steaks and burgers don't get brown enough. It is time consuming maintaining this pan. I learned later that it is better for things like braises, stews and baking. If you buy this pan for what it is made for, I think you'll be very happy.

I finally own a cast iron pan and wow, what a difference it makes when cooking! The even heat distribution across the pan is a thing of glory, and the fact that it's color is beautiful is just an added bonus. 😊

Le Creuset Signature Gusseisen Brat und ServierpfanneThis Le Creuset Signature Gusseisen-Bratpfanne (cast iron frying pan) truly feels like my first "grown-up" kitchen essential. From the moment I held it, the weight and quality construction were undeniable. There's a certain heft to it that screams "built to last," and I have no doubt it will be a cherished part of my kitchen for many years to come.While the 23 cm size might seem a bit small, it's perfect for everyday meals for one or two people. I love that it heats evenly, ensuring perfectly cooked food every time. The smooth enamel surface makes both cooking and cleaning a breeze. Plus, it just looks so elegant on the stovetop!This pan is definitely an investment, but the quality and potential longevity make it worthwhile. In fact, I'm already looking forward to expanding my collection with a whole set of Le Creuset cookware! I can even imagine passing this pan down to my children someday.Highly recommend for anyone looking for a beautiful, durable, and high-performing frying pan

Super produit à tous niveaux et livraison rapide . Je suis enchantée.

It's a solid heavy pan that gives you much of the benefit of cast iron with less of the hassle. I can't speak for the durability of the surface but I see no reason why it shouldn't last if it is hand washed and not banged around and abused.

Pure Le Creuset quality in a small size. Is perfect for scrambling 2 eggs and other small jobs. The finish is virtually non stick and cleans very easily. Love it.

Super Teil, ich bin sehr begeistert und kann im Nachhinein nicht verstehen wie ich früher Fleisch braten oder Gemüse grillen konnte ohne diese Pfanne. Ich habe mir gleich noch eine größere Grillpfanne und eine Colotte dazugekauft. In der Colotte backe ich auch Brot gelingt supertoll. Bin sehr begeistert. Meine absolute Empfehlung....!!