Care & Seasoning

Carbon steel is not a fragile pan. It is a responsive one. The more you cook in it, the better the surface becomes — darker, more seasoned, and progressively more non-stick.

Here's everything you need to know.

Ready to Cook. Right Now.

Your Julien pan arrives ready to use. The nitriding process gives the steel a built-in protective surface from day one — so your first meal can be tonight's dinner.

No pre-seasoning or oven ritual required.

Give it a quick rinse
Dry it well
Cook with a little oil

That's it. Bon appétit!

The more you cook with it, the better it gets. Seasoning builds naturally over time — every meal adds to the patina.

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How to Cook with Carbon Steel

Preheat your pan moderately for 1–2 minutes before adding oil or food
Add a small amount of neutral oil — let it shimmer before adding ingredients
Use medium or medium-low heat; this pan responds quickly and holds temperature well
Works on all cooktops: gas, electric, and induction
Metal, wood, and silicone utensils are all fine

Oven Safety Note: Enzo Series pans have a wooden handle and are NOT oven-safe. Our 9" omelet pan with stainless handle IS oven-safe.

SEASONING

The good news: you're already doing it. Seasoning develops every time you cook with oil. No special ritual required.

Here is what you do after each cook to maintain the seasoning:

Let the pan cool slightly, then wipe out food residue with a paper towel while still warm
For stubborn or burnt bits, simmer some water to get them unstuck. Don't be afraid to scrub, if needed. Any lost seasoning will restore quickly with use.
Rinse with warm water — a small drop of dish soap won't hurt.
Dry completely; a minute on the stove over low heat is ideal
While still warm, rub a very thin layer of neutral oil over the cooking surface with a paper towel
Store in a dry place

The pan will darken and develop a patina over time. That's not a problem. That's the point.

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The Rules (There Aren't Many)

DO's:

Preheat before adding oil or food
Dry completely after every wash
Apply a light coat of oil before storing
Use on any cooktop, including induction
Scrub and re-season if rust ever appears

DONT'S:

Put it in the dishwasher
Leave it soaking in water
Store it while still damp
Put the Enzo Series in the oven — the wooden handles are not oven-safe
Panic about the surface darkening or color variation — that's patina, your new friend

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questions?

Email us at hello@juliencookware.com — we reply within 2 business days.