{"product_id":"paella-de-acero-pulido-34cm","title":"Polished steel paella pan 34cm","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTraditional paella pan\u003c\/strong\u003e made of polished steel, or as it's commonly called in Valencia, an iron paella pan. This type of paella pan is \u003cstrong\u003emade of cold-rolled steel\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Paella pan \u003cstrong\u003esuitable for use on gas and wood fires\u003c\/strong\u003e . However, it is not suitable for ceramic hobs or induction hobs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e This item has \u003cstrong\u003ea 2-year manufacturer's warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Measures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n \u003cli\u003eTop diameter: \u003cstrong\u003e34cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Inner diameter: \u003cstrong\u003e26.5cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Handle-to-handle distance: \u003cstrong\u003e42.5cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Height of container: 4 \u003cstrong\u003ecm\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Paella portions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The manufacturer recommends this paella pan for making \u003cstrong\u003erice for 6 people\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Instead, we will explain some \u003cstrong\u003emore realistic measurements below, since the manufacturer always indicates the maximum capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e of the container.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThin layer\u003c\/strong\u003e of rice: 2 \u003cstrong\u003eservings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMiddle layer\u003c\/strong\u003e of rice: \u003cstrong\u003e3 servings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThick layer\u003c\/strong\u003e of rice: \u003cstrong\u003e6 servings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Recommendations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e Before first use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e To use a polished steel or iron paella pan for the first time, we must give it a \u003cstrong\u003eprior treatment\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e First, we will need to \u003cstrong\u003eremove any label\u003c\/strong\u003e that may be on its base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eNext, we need \u003cstrong\u003eto boil water inside the paella pan to remove the manufacturer's protective coating\u003c\/strong\u003e . To do this, place the paella pan on the stove (without turning on the heat), add water up to the nails, and then turn on the heat to bring the water to a boil. Boil the water for 10 to 15 minutes over low heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Next, we remove the water from inside and, \u003cstrong\u003ewith the help of a scouring pad and soap, we clean the bottom well\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Finally, \u003cstrong\u003ethoroughly dry the paella pan and, using a paper towel, apply a thin layer of oil to the base to prevent oxidation\u003c\/strong\u003e . Be careful not to let the paella dry in the open air, as this can cause it to oxidize.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e While we cook the paella\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e When using paella in a preparation, there are different types of considerations that we must take into account.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eFirst of all, \u003cstrong\u003ewe should never light the fire and put the paella pan on the heat if it's empty.\u003c\/strong\u003e Doing so could cause the paella to warp, as there's nothing to distribute the heat and it could overheat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTo prepare the sofrito, only use the center flame of the gas burner\u003c\/strong\u003e . Lighting the outer rings of the gas burner will very easily cause the paella pan to warp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWe should not use plastic items\u003c\/strong\u003e while preparing paella, as we could damage them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e We must keep in mind that, being made of iron, the entire paella pan will be very hot; it is recommended \u003cstrong\u003eto use protective gear when handling the paella\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e Maintenance of a polished steel paella pan\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Since it is a paella pan made of polished steel or iron, we must always be very mindful of oxidation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eAfter each use, \u003cstrong\u003eit is recommended to wash with a scouring pad and soap, dry well with a cloth or kitchen paper and then coat well with olive oil\u003c\/strong\u003e , thus preventing it from rusting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e On the other hand, we recommend \u003cstrong\u003estoring the paella wrapped in paper or in a plastic bag\u003c\/strong\u003e , always \u003cstrong\u003ein a dry and cool place\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e If a long time passes between uses, the oil applied as a protective coating may have gone rancid and stuck to the paella pan. We recommend \u003cstrong\u003ealways washing the paella pan thoroughly before each use\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.escuina.com\/collections\/paelleros-gas\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.escuina.com\/collections\/paelleros-gas\"\u003eRecommended gas paella pans\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e For a gas paella pan to be suitable for a paella, it should always have a smaller diameter. Ideally, the paella pan should extend about 3 to 5 centimeters beyond the outermost ring of the gas paella pan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eBelow are some \u003cstrong\u003egas paella pans suitable for a 34cm paella pan\u003c\/strong\u003e :\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eTraditional round tube paellero\u003c\/strong\u003e : \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.escuina.com\/collections\/paelleros-tradicionales-tubo-redondo\/products\/paellero-tradicional-de-gas-30cm\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.escuina.com\/collections\/paelleros-tradicionales-tubo-redondo\/products\/paellero-tradicional-de-gas-30cm\"\u003eVaello 300 30cm\u003c\/a\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eHigh power paellero\u003c\/strong\u003e : \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.escuina.com\/collections\/paelleros-alta-potencia-tubo-plano\/products\/paellero-alta-potencia-20cm-gas\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.escuina.com\/collections\/paelleros-alta-potencia-tubo-plano\/products\/paellero-alta-potencia-20cm-gas\"\u003eEl Cid L-20 +GAS High Power of 20 cm\u003c\/a\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003ePremium paella pan\u003c\/strong\u003e : \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.escuina.com\/collections\/paellero-de-gas-premium\/products\/paellero-premium-de-gas-25cm\"\u003eFlames VLC T-250 25cm\u003c\/a\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Difference between types of paella\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eCurrently, there are three types of materials used for making paella pans: polished steel or iron, enameled steel, or stainless steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.escuina.com\/collections\/paellas-acero-pulido\" title=\"Polished steel or iron paella pans\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.escuina.com\/collections\/paellas-acero-pulido\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePolished steel or iron paella pan\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e It is the traditional paella, the one that has always been used in Valencian paella, the one that our grandmothers used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e Advantages\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e They are \u003cstrong\u003emore economical\u003c\/strong\u003e than other types of paella.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Greater robustness, they withstand impacts better as they do not lose their enamel coating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e Disadvantages\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Since it's an iron utensil, we'll need to take \u003cstrong\u003eextra care\u003c\/strong\u003e of our paella pans. Therefore, we should always clean them thoroughly, then dry them well and apply a layer of olive oil \u003cstrong\u003eto prevent rust\u003c\/strong\u003e and spoilage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.escuina.com\/collections\/paellas-esmaltadas\" title=\"Glazed paella pans\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.escuina.com\/collections\/paellas-esmaltadas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGlazed paella\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e These are paella pans made of polished steel, just like the previous ones, but they have a ceramic enamel coating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e Advantages\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance is simpler since they don't rust\u003c\/strong\u003e ; just wash the paella pan well and you're done. You save yourself the trouble of applying a layer of oil to prevent rust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e Disadvantages\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThey are more easily damaged\u003c\/strong\u003e . We must be more careful when transporting them or avoiding any accidental bumps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHigher price\u003c\/strong\u003e than polished steel paella pans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.escuina.com\/collections\/paellas-acero-inoxidable\" title=\"stainless steel paella pans\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.escuina.com\/collections\/paellas-acero-inoxidable\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStainless steel paella pan\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e Advantages\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eAs their name suggests, the biggest advantage is that \u003cstrong\u003ethey do not rust\u003c\/strong\u003e and are also very resistant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e Disadvantages\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e They require that the fire be well distributed on their base, otherwise we will not have a homogeneous heat in our paella since stainless steel does not distribute the heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThey are considerably more expensive\u003c\/strong\u003e than polished steel paella pans, and even more expensive than enameled ones.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vaello - La valenciana","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43978560471304,"sku":"VAE0134","price":8.45,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0646\/5480\/3208\/products\/paella-valenciana-acero-pulido-vertical_866c6425-2ef5-41cc-8854-398d6ad5d464.jpg?v=1764271359","url":"https:\/\/www.escuina.com\/en\/products\/paella-de-acero-pulido-34cm","provider":"Escuina","version":"1.0","type":"link"}