You know and use glass dishes such as Pyrex, or ceramic dishes such as Le Creuset, or ceramic dishes such as Emile Henry, or porcelain for baking, but do you use stainless steel to cook like a chef? Generally speaking, if your pan is made of metal (stainless steel, cast iron, aluminium...), it is made for cooking in the oven and can withstand high temperatures. You just have to make sure that your utensil does not have plastic or wooden handles. You can easily grill meat or roast vegetables in your pan if your pan does not have plastic handles or if the handles are made of metal.
Many dishes are called "roasting dishes" and are made of stainless steel or aluminium.
Stainless steel can withstand temperatures of up to 400°C and more... so you can put your stainless steel dish in a traditional oven or even a wood-fired oven!
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A popular choice in professional kitchens, stainless steel is ideal for withstanding relatively high temperatures and is a durable and hygienic material. Quality stainless steel pans ensure even heat distribution. Chefs say it is a very popular material.
Stainless steel cannot be microwaved, except.... In general, metal should not be used in a microwave oven because metal is sensitive to microwaves, which cause electrons to move in conductive objects. So don't use a metal dish in your microwave, regardless of the metal.
However, this answer must be qualified by the standard published by AFNOR in January 2023, NF D21-314, which describes a method for determining the suitability for microwave heating of metallic or partially metallic articles used as containers for food or beverages.
This standard specifies the principle and operating procedure, the marking, labelling or instructions for use that must be provided to the consumer, and the recommendations that must be given for the correct use of metal dishes (including stainless steel) that can be used in the microwave: place the container in the centre of the oven, not near the sides, do not use a metal lid, etc.
Shapes without protruding corners can be used in the microwave, as they avoid the point effect responsible for electric arcs. In conclusion, only use metal containers in the microwave if the manufacturer has assured you that they are compatible with the microwave oven.
Stellinox offers you a range of stainless steel containers trays and bowls, available in different sizes, which can be used in the microwave oven by placing the container in the middle of the oven without a lid.
For the GN 1/8 size, you can also use a sealing machine specially designed for sealing stainless steel, adapted to our GN 1/8 stainless steel container model.
All stainless steel dishes are ovenproof. You can therefore reheat a serving dish in the oven, even if it is not normally used for cooking. We remind you that you must check that your dish does not have plastic or wooden handles.
You can use all the stainless steel pans in the Stellinox range in the oven, even the non-stick and induction pans. Stainless steel pots, casseroles, frying pans and saucepans can be used in the oven with all stainless steel cookware.
Stellinox offers you a range of stainless steel casseroles, made by Stellinox, with different ranges and several sizes in the collection: rectangular shape, with or without handles, stainless steel casserole with integrated handles, oval casserole, Louis XV hollow dish. If you have a stainless steel casserole with a lid, you can use it to protect your oven from splashes during cooking and to keep your food soft during cooking.
Stellinox also offers baking trays that allow quality and homogeneity in cooking, with a choice of stainless steel baking trays "stainless steel baking tray with pinched edge". Choose from our different brands and click on the reference of your choice to obtain a detailed description. Stellinox offers you a wide range of stainless steel equipment and tableware for cooking, presenting and serving, as well as accessories for preparation and serving.
The material that's not oven safe is plastic. All types of plastic. When heated, plastic can melt and release toxic substances or catch fire, making it unsuitable for direct exposure to the heat of an oven.
There are a number of things you can check to see if a dish is ovenproof. When in doubt, it's always a good idea to check the manufacturer's recommendations or choose materials and brands that are recognised for their oven safety.
- Labelling and symbols: look for specific labels or symbols on the dish or its packaging; terms such as 'oven safe' or 'ovenproof' indicate that the dish is oven safe.
- Commonly used symbols: an icon representing an oven, often stylised with a door and racks inside, or a number indicating the maximum temperature, sometimes accompanied by a small drawing of an oven. There is also a heat symbol with wavy lines, sometimes accompanied by a maximum temperature.
- Material: Most ceramic dishes are safe for oven use, especially if they are glazed. Borosilicate glass dishes, such as those made by Pyrex, are generally oven safe. Stainless steel or cast iron pans are oven safe. Heat-resistant silicone dishes are generally oven-safe up to about 230°C.
- Manufacturer's instructions: consult the instructions supplied with the dish, which often include information on heat resistance.
- Absence of non-heat resistant components: make sure that the dish has no non-heat resistant plastic parts, handles or decorations, unless they are removable or specifically marked as oven safe.
- Appearance and quality: ovenware is often thicker and sturdier to withstand high temperatures without cracking or warping.
Stellinox will dispatch your order within 24 to 48 hours if the product is in stock, otherwise it will generally take 10 working days. Free delivery in Metropolitan France for orders over 300 euros VAT Excl., or collection at our plant with an appointment (we do not have a retail shop).
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