Is this seasoned cast iron or with a non-stick surface?
1043100
I'm not sure exactly. I believe there is a non stick coating as we never even had to season it. Love this pan! Often we can just wipe clean with a paper towel.
1043101
Greetings, It is not coated with a nonstick surface. It is cast iron. Early eggs stuck but after awhile that no longer happened.Enjoy!
1043102
Neither, but closer to seasoned cast iron than non-stick. It's an enamel inside, which gets progressively more non-stick the more you cook on it. However, its more delicate than a seasoned cast iron, so you want to use silicon implements on it whenever possible.
1043103
It's cast iron coated in enamel just like the pots. The difference is that the skillet is fired at a much higher temperature giving it a black surface versus the cream surface if the pots. However, you cannot use tomatoes or other acidic ingredients in the skillet, because it will ruin the coating that will eventually form from use.
1043104
Neither - you have to season it yourself. Be careful when you buy it, check it immediately for a flat bottom. I'm not happy with this as no matter how well it's seasoned, it burns in the center, because the bottom is high in the center,
1043105
It has an enameled interior which is somewhat resistant to food sticking, but I would not call it "non-stick".
75790
I don't know how much you know about cast iron, but as far as I know, none are smooth. They get a smooth texture over time from cooking and proper cleaning. That seasons the pan and makes them the best non stick you ever cooked with. Don't use soap to clean, just scrape the pan clean with one of the cast iron pan scrapers and then rinse with Hot water. Then place the pan on a hot cooking surface and rub veggie oil or shortening into the pan and turn off the heat.
2022185
Incorrectly seasoned cast iron and regular iron cookware can peel the seasoning (I did this once when I improperly seasoned a De Buyer Mineral pan - which was easily fixed once I realized my mistake). Cast iron that is heated too much (~800 degrees or more) will burn the seasoning off. Cast iron seasoned at too low a temperature will not adhere to the iron and typically will have a brown, possibly soft or sticky, layer of "seasoning". A brand new pan heated empty will give off an odor from the soy bean oil used for the factory seasoning which is nothing to worry about. If you don't like the seasoning as it is, a self cleaning cycle in an oven will remove it completely. This gives you a 'virgin' pan to season as you desire. Myself, I like a high smoke point oil (peanut oil) applied several times in very thin layers. This provides a very slick surface that is very hard and adheres to the cast iron tenaciously.
2126048
No. When I cook with it I use oil or butter depending on the recipe so food doesn't stick. It arrives seasoned (oiled) and you need to oil it after each use to preserve it. It is cast iron after all and could rust. If it didn't come seasoned you would need to season it yourself which is somewhat time consuming. I highly recommend pre-seasoned. Best quality cookware ever!
1666283
It came seasoned, but I seasoned mine anyway... Just cook some bacon on it a few times; by far the nicest and smoothest cast iron pan I own....
1506783
It is non-stick. I love it. It is my second one. My first one lasted almost 10 years and it makes it soooo easy to clean.
1918952
it is cast iron. for stove top and cooking works fine once it has been seasoned. I use it to cook rice on the wood stove.
2108442
No. This is cast iron. Cast iron doesnt come in non-stick. To make it non-stick, apply a thin cost of butter or oil prior to filling with batter. It cooks very nicely.
1336364
i believe it works like a cast iron skillet. you season it so there is NO non-stick coating. i have had mine for a long time and absolutely love it, inside and outside.
926523
It is a new pot. These pot's are pre-seasoned. Nothing cooks better than cast iron and it is so easy to clean!
2233342
No two cast iron pans are alike, in my opinion. However, to answer your question, our pan is smooth on the bottom with some roughness along the sides. Most of my seasoned pans become this way over the years anyway. My experience is that, the more you use a cast iron pan/skillet, the better it gets at non-stick cooking. I will say that cooking tomato-based foods will take away the seasoning temporarily, and require a quick wipe with a good oil after use, and before putting away. We also NEVER wash cast iron with soaps. If residue sticks (after frying), a good boil with water, scrape with a spatula, and rinse always cleans well. No two cast iron pans are alike, in my opinion. However, to answer your question, our pan is smooth on the bottom with some roughness along the sides. Most of my seasoned pans become this way over the years anyway. My experience is that, the more you use a cast iron pan/skillet, the better it gets at non-stick cooking. I will say that cooking tomato-based foods will take away the seasoning temporarily, and require a quick wipe with a good oil after use, and before putting away. We also NEVER wash cast iron with soaps. If residue sticks (after frying), a good boil with water, scrape with a... » Read More No two cast iron pans are alike, in my opinion. However, to answer your question, our pan is smooth on the bottom with some roughness along the sides. Most of my seasoned pans become this way over the years anyway. My experience is that, the more you use a cast iron pan/skillet, the better it gets at non-stick cooking. I will say that cooking tomato-based foods will take away the seasoning temporarily, and require a quick wipe with a good oil after use, and before putting away. We also NEVER wash cast iron with soaps. If residue sticks (after frying), a good boil with water, scrape with a spatula, and rinse always cleans well. « Show Less
76284
No, I haven't had any problem with sticking, but I'm inclined to say that the best non-teflon nonstick pan would be a well-seasoned cast iron one.
1986815
It has a nonstick surface. It is black on the bottom and sides with the coating. I LOVE this pan. When my first one wore out I bought another one. I have only had two in 11 years. I like the holes in the skillet lid that helps pour out liquids.
1965640
The finish is cast iron. There are no chemically applied "non-stick" compounds. Just the old fashioned cast iron. Remember to keep this seasoned with a vegetable oil or it will rust.
536500
The cast iron comes pre-seasoned which means that if you don't take care of it after each use, you will have to start all over. No, there is no chemical film added such as a Teflon-like surface.
2108438
Cast Iron is never coated with any non stick type of things you need to oil the pan to try and not have your food stick to it.
1336368
In order to make a non-stick surface, the griddle needs to be "seasoned". Instructions for 'seasoning' are included with the griddle. When seasoning, it's preferably done on an outdoors grill. To season the griddle, season as you would any cast iron pan. It will smoke while seasoning. Do not scrub the griddle or use soapy water as it will remove the seasoning.