The Paella Pan is famous for one thing and one thing only: the traditional Valenciana paella. A Spaniard staple well-known across the globe, the highly-shareable paella makes for an impressive centerpiece for your next summer solstice spread. But what happens when we go beyond the borders of Spain? Searing and baking are just two ways to get creative with this unique pan. Its multiple uses are infinitely delicious. Let’s get cooking!
Meet the Chef
Michelle Rabin (@MichelleRabin) is a Toronto-based food stylist and recipe developer. Beyond preparing an authentic paella, we challenged her to find new ways to use the Paella Pan. Read on to see what she created!
About the Paella Pan
Originating from the Spanish city of Valencia, the Paella Pan captures the true essence of Spanish cuisine. Learn what makes this Enamelled Cast Iron pan a unique summertime essential.
WIDE, SHALLOW BASE
Wide, shallow base is ideal for achieving a socarrat, the crispy layer of rice that forms at the bottom of a paella.
HIGH TEMP COOKING
Mat black interior is made for higher surface temperature cooking, which allows a deeper sear to develop on ingredients
HELPER HANDLES
Large loop handles allow for easy lifting from the stovetop directly to your table.
Three Recipes to Try in the Paella Pan
Read why Michelle reached for the Paella Pan for each of these three recipes. Get creative with your Paella Pan and try one today!
A Classic Paella, Perfected
“One of the requirements for making a good paella is the pan. The Le Creuset Paella Pan allows for even heat, a surface that develops a nature patina overtime, and wide base to hold all the ingredients you need for this Classic Paella recipe.”
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Seared & Sizzlin’ Chermoula Brick Chicken
“The Le Creuset Paella pan makes the perfect vessel for searing on the stove top and then transferring to the oven. In this recipe, a whole chicken is seared in the pan and then baked in the oven with warm spiced chermoula and melting cherry tomatoes.”
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Dreamy Giant Apple Pie
“If you have dreams of a giant apple galette, the Le Creuset Paella pan is a perfect way to bake it. This showstopper is great for a party. The pastry is made from a combination of all purpose and rye flour, the apples sit on a beautiful streusel layer and then painted with sweet apple jelly. Don’t be intimidated, it definitely look a lot more complicated than it is!”
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Get Creative with the Paella Pan!
Whether it’s dinner or dessert for a crowd, this versatile pan radiates with endless possibilities in the kitchen.
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