A good frying pan is the key to a delicious dish. Today, manufacturers offer a variety of kitchen utensils that differ in shape, material, purpose. So, the popular American company Lodge makes various kitchen accessories from high-quality cast iron, the condition of which is getting better with every cooking.
We will talk more about Lodge pans in this article.
Product Features
American Kitchen Brand Lodge - It is a manufacturer that uses a new method of hardening cast iron in the manufacture of kitchen utensils. This procedure helps to significantly increase the protective properties of the metal, improving it with every use in everyday life.
In addition, Lodge pans have an aesthetic appearance that allows them to fit into any kitchen design.
The main features of Lodge pans are the following:
- unlimited service life;
- protection against overheating, temperature changes, scratches and other damage;
- the presence of sharp and high ribs, allowing you to create the same restaurant pattern on the meat, as well as to separate the melted fat from the meat;
- the appearance of a natural non-stick coating during cooking;
- uniform and fast heating with heat preservation for a long time;
- complete absence of food sticking.
American cookware Lodge is especially popular with its heavy-duty cast-iron grill pans with high ribs.
Buyers note the durability and convenience in the preparation of any dishes, especially meat.
To date, the brand offers several types of pans, differing in shape and purpose.
However, all of them share common features:
- made in the USA;
- very durable;
- used on a gas / induction stove, as well as in the oven;
- wear resistant;
- protected from mechanical damage;
- used in open heat sources;
- have a smooth, polished surface;
- not suitable for washing in a dishwasher;
- perfectly fry, stew, bake products;
- hypoallergenic and safe for humans.
Models and selection criteria
Before buying a pan, you first need to determine its size: it is affected by the frequency of use of dishes, the number of family members and, of course, the number of servings of food.
So, the “Lodges” brand offers a choice of several pans that meet the needs of each customer.
L10SKL
Round pan with two handles, 30 cm. This model is ideal for cooking dishes for several family members.
The special casting and oil treatment technology extends the life of the kitchen item.
Each time, the cast iron surface is hardened by filling the pores with fat or oil, creating a non-stick coating and uniform black color.
Before Use It is recommended that you heat the pan. To do this, rinse thoroughly, dry with a towel, grease with vegetable oil and leave in the oven preheated to 180 degrees, then allow to cool. This method will protect dishes from food sticking.
It is allowed to fry, bake. Price - from 5.5 thousand rubles.
L3GP
Round grill pan, 16 cm. Designed with the latest casting and oil processing technologies.
The dishes are so strong and durable that it becomes literally a family heirloom.
In use, this grill pan model absorbs the right amount of fat / oil, creating a non-stick coating and a matte black color.
A round frying pan will become an indispensable assistant in any kitchen - it can be fried, baked, stewed, and also used on an open fire for grilling. Price - from 2 thousand rubles.
L8SGP3
A square grill pan with two handles, 26 cm. This model has high strength and practicality, for which fans liked to relax in nature.
Thanks to its ergonomic shape, it is ideal for cooking meat at the stake.
Buyers especially note the material used in the production - unenameled cast iron. Due to this, the bottom retains the warmth and natural properties of food.
It is also worth noting the corrugated coating. It produces juicy steaks, fish and poultry with signature stripes. Price - 4.7 thousand rubles.
Moose logo
Pancake pan, 26 cm. This is a unique series of cast iron pans. The peculiarity of these models is the image of wild animals at the bottom of the dishes - in the assortment there are specimens with a deer, duck, bear, salmon, wolf.
The thickened bottom prevents the cooling and burning of products.
An important factor for housewives will be energy savings during cooking.
In addition, a pancake pan is suitable for stewing, sautéing, frying. Price - from 3.8 thousand rubles.
Reviews
According to customer reviews, the dishes of the American Lodge brand combine strength, durability and versatility.
For a pretty good price, it’s quite possible to get a truly “eternal” pan on which you can cook at least every day.
Cast iron pans have a reliable coating that only improves with each use. Buyers are offered a choice of several types of kitchen accessories, of which pans are square and round, for pancakes and grills.
However, each of them will become indispensable in the arsenal of any hostess.
Of the minuses, consumers note the weight of the pans, as well as the fact that they need to be carefully looked after. In addition, cooked food cannot be left in such a pan for a long time, corrosion may appear.
Watch the video about the pan of the American brand Lodge below.
