---
product_id: 32819896
title: "de Buyer MINERAL B Carbon Steel Fry Pan - 11” Diameter, 8.3” Cooking Surface - Ideal for Searing, Sauteing & Reheating - Naturally Non-Stick Finish - Made in France"
brand: "de buyer"
price: "226541CFA"
currency: XOF
in_stock: false
reviews_count: 10
url: https://www.desertcart.sn/products/32819896-de-buyer-mineral-b-carbon-steel-fry-pan-11-diameter
store_origin: SN
region: Senegal
---

# High-heat responsive carbon steel Naturally non-stick, chemical-free Crafted in France since 1830 de Buyer MINERAL B Carbon Steel Fry Pan - 11” Diameter, 8.3” Cooking Surface - Ideal for Searing, Sauteing & Reheating - Naturally Non-Stick Finish - Made in France

**Brand:** de buyer
**Price:** 226541CFA
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🔥 Sear, Sauté, and Slay: The Pan That Means Business

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** de Buyer MINERAL B Carbon Steel Fry Pan - 11” Diameter, 8.3” Cooking Surface - Ideal for Searing, Sauteing & Reheating - Naturally Non-Stick Finish - Made in France by de buyer
- **How much does it cost?** 226541CFA with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sn](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/32819896-de-buyer-mineral-b-carbon-steel-fry-pan-11-diameter)

## Best For

- de buyer enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted de buyer brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Versatile & Durable Design:** Compatible with all stovetops including induction, oven safe up to 400°F, and built to last with proper care.
- • **Effortless Seasoning Ritual:** Transform your pan into a naturally non-stick masterpiece with a simple, rewarding seasoning process that improves with every use.
- • **Pure & Chemical-Free Cooking:** Cook confidently with a pan free from PFAS, PFOA, and PFOS, featuring a natural non-stick finish after seasoning.
- • **Chef-Grade Carbon Steel Power:** Experience superior heat conduction and searing precision with premium carbon steel—lighter and more responsive than cast iron.
- • **Timeless French Craftsmanship:** Elevate your kitchen with cookware rooted in nearly two centuries of French culinary tradition and expert manufacturing.

## Overview

The de Buyer MINERAL B 11” Carbon Steel Fry Pan offers professional-grade heat responsiveness and durability, crafted in France since 1830. It features a naturally non-stick surface free from harmful chemicals, perfect for searing, sautéing, and reheating. Compatible with all stovetops including induction and oven safe up to 400°F, this pan combines timeless craftsmanship with modern kitchen versatility.

## Description

Shop de Buyer at the desertcart Cookware store. Free Shipping on eligible items. Everyday low prices, save up to 50%.

Review: It’s a good skillet - I have carbon steel woks.Many. Dipped into carbon steel skillets with an inexpensive 8 inch Chinese manufactured Merton and Storck and it worked out fine. That made me want to get a larger skillet in carbon steel . Did some research and decided on Debuyer mineral b. Bought this skillet. To me it feels just a little lighter than my standard Lodge 10 inch cast iron skillet. My 10 inch tri-ply stainless is a feather compared to it. I can’t complain as I opted for the thicker gauge of the mineral b and was expecting it to have some weight. But it is heavier in hand than I had expected. So don’t expect substantially noticeable weight savings compared to similar size cast iron. It’s still somewhat heavy. Seasoned easily on gas stovetop. It’s a substantial pan and so far so good. 👍 Edit: Liked this skillet and contemplated buying another if it came on sale. Since this review I bought a mineral b pro 11 inch as it had dropped drastically in price. It was almost what I paid for the standard mineral b which also had been discounted when I purchased. My advice: If in your budget get the pro instead of the regular mineral b. Just the way it feels in hand, better balance. The stainless steel handle that stays cooler when stovetop cooking. The added versatility of using in the oven make it a better choice if you can afford it. BUT: The blue carbon Debuyer of the same size but with 2mm thickness is noticeably lighter, oven safe also and usually much lower priced. EDIT: caught the 9.5 inch on sale. It might now be my favorite. Found the 12 inch on sale also. Yeah I bought it too. Bottom line…I haven’t been disappointed in my Debuyer purchases.
Review: Michael's - Double the stars, easy to clean (actually food doesn't stick if instructions are followed), good carbon steel; I expected a lighter weight item, but it is well made and rivals a cast iron in weight, for me it's the correct size for my stove and it heats up fast and evenly.

## Features

- CARBON STEEL FRY PAN - The MINERAL B Fry Pan is perfect for searing meat, sauteing vegetables, reheating leftovers, or cooking eggs. It’s made of carbon steel, which is one of the most natural cooking materials, praised by chefs around the world.
- NO HARSH CHEMICALS - Lighter, more heat responsive than cast iron & better adapted to high heat than stainless steel. Naturally non-stick after seasoning, this pan is free from PFAS, PFOA, and PFOS and made without any chemical coatings.
- EASY TO SEASON - Handwash to remove the beeswax coating, dry. Gradually heat to med-hi. Apply a thin layer of oil to coat bottom & sides. Heat approx. 10 mins. or until it begins to smoke. Cool 10 mins., drain & wipe dry. Reheat to med-hi for 2 mins.
- USE & CARE - Hand wash only & avoid harsh soaps that can strip the seasoning. Can be used on all cooking surfaces, including induction. Oven safe for up to 10 min at 400F.
- ROOTED IN FRENCH CULINARY TRADITION - Crafted with passion and precision since 1830, we design and manufacture premium cookware, bakeware and kitchen tools that elevate the cooking experience for both professional chefs and home cooks alike.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00462QP16 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #116,771 in Kitchen & Dining ( See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining ) #218 in Woks & Stir-Fry Pans |
| Brand | de Buyer |
| Capacity | 0.7 Liters |
| Color | Silver |
| Compatible Devices | Gas |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (5,273) |
| Date First Available | August 9, 2012 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 03011245610289 |
| Handle Material | Carbon Steel,Stainless Steel |
| Has Nonstick Coating | No |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Is Dishwasher Safe | No |
| Is Oven Safe | Yes |
| Item Weight | 4.4 pounds |
| Item model number | 5610.28 |
| Manufacturer | de Buyer |
| Material | Carbon Steel |
| Maximum Temperature | 200 Degrees Celsius |
| Model Name | 5610.28 |
| Product Care Instructions | Hand Wash Only |
| Product Dimensions | 18.74 x 14.33 x 5.28 inches |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Searing, Sautéing, Cooking Eggs/Omelets |
| Shape | Round |
| Special Feature | Electric Stovetop Compatible, Gas Stovetop Compatible, Induction Stovetop Compatible |
| Specific Uses For Product | Searing, Sautéing, Cooking Eggs |
| UPC | 643749926165 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** de Buyer
- **Capacity:** 0.7 Liters
- **Color:** Silver
- **Material:** Carbon Steel
- **Special Feature:** Electric Stovetop Compatible, Gas Stovetop Compatible, Induction Stovetop Compatible

## Images

![de Buyer MINERAL B Carbon Steel Fry Pan - 11” Diameter, 8.3” Cooking Surface - Ideal for Searing, Sauteing & Reheating - Naturally Non-Stick Finish - Made in France - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/21o9QTiHnnL.jpg)
![de Buyer MINERAL B Carbon Steel Fry Pan - 11” Diameter, 8.3” Cooking Surface - Ideal for Searing, Sauteing & Reheating - Naturally Non-Stick Finish - Made in France - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41LyHg6-Y5L.jpg)
![de Buyer MINERAL B Carbon Steel Fry Pan - 11” Diameter, 8.3” Cooking Surface - Ideal for Searing, Sauteing & Reheating - Naturally Non-Stick Finish - Made in France - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41UkVM9glML.jpg)
![de Buyer MINERAL B Carbon Steel Fry Pan - 11” Diameter, 8.3” Cooking Surface - Ideal for Searing, Sauteing & Reheating - Naturally Non-Stick Finish - Made in France - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/5158qNKnrNL.jpg)
![de Buyer MINERAL B Carbon Steel Fry Pan - 11” Diameter, 8.3” Cooking Surface - Ideal for Searing, Sauteing & Reheating - Naturally Non-Stick Finish - Made in France - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51Cyj1YBS8L.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: how to season the pan**
A: Seasoning is creating an EPOXIDE layer.  Any edible oil works, safflower or canola may be best (flax not so great IMO).  Clean the pan first and heat evenly/slowly on  burner.  Using paper towels, swab the interior LIGHTLY with oil.  Heat till the oil just smokes.  At this temp the oil surface tension changes and it will bead-up like water drops on glass.  Knock-down(smooth) the beads w/ another paper towel *before they harden*.  Continue/repeat till the oils stops smoking - several minutes.  Repeat this 3-4 times. No need to cool down between - just apply oil LIGHTLY w/ paper towels & knock-down beads till it stops smoking - repeat for several cycles.   If you ever need to strip & re-season, heat some water+vinegar(or othe acid, oxalic preferred) in the pan, this will dissolve the epoxide easily.
Repeat the re-season cycle whenever you feel the pan is getting "grabby" to proteins.
DON'T breathe the oil smoke (like BBQ smoke it's mildly carcinogenic)
DON'T let paper towels scorch - work quickly.
DON'T burn yourself, use tongs.
Despite the FABULOUS pan quality, I don't believe the deBuyer vid is a reasonable way for home-users to dseason pans.

USE:
*ALWAYS* heat-dry a carbon steel pan on a stovetop till it's bone-dry after any water contact/washing.
Don't cook acidic foods in a seasoned pan (e.g. tomato sauce) ! This will remove the seasoning layer. 
A seasoned pan is "low-stick" not "non-stick" as teflon or ceramic - so use a little oil when cooking.
** The advantage is, a seasoned pan will produce a wonderful tasty fond and/or browning on foods that teflon cannot.

Mythbusting:
- You should clean the hard glassy EPOXIDE layer you've created with soapy water & sponge quickly (don't soak for many minutes) - or even a green-scrubbie occasionally to remove carbon-char. Avoid strong abrasives & acids.  Anything that comes off with soapy water is oil, not epoxide. 
- You are not "filling pores". Mild carbon steel (even cast iron) has (should have) no pores that food could enter.   When you cook on an unseasoned metal, the proteins create Maillard product that bond to the surface if they have direct contact (carbohydrates will too above ~350F, oils above their smoke-point).  This is why high protein, low fat items (like fish or eggs) stick so badly in an unseasoned pan right around the boiling point.  
- the seasoning epoxide layer is a carbon polymer - vaguely similar to epoxy glue, and to teflon(PTFE plastic).  It WILL break down at very high temperatures (>600F generally) and under acidic conditions, BUT it will not dissolve into water with soap.  Water contact (soaking) can eventually soften the epoxide the the point of failure.

**Q: What is the difference between the DeBuyer Iron pan and a cast iron pan?**
A: To the people posting here about carbon steel pans giving off iron, though true, it is minimal and is being overstated. All pans give off something. Stainless steel gives off nickel and chromium. Some copper is given off in copper pans. Non-stick gives off some chemicals. Carbon steel is still one of the best options.

**Q: What is the best method for browning meats-like chicken Parmesan?  Heat pan fist then add oil?  Or add oil then heat pan?  How much oil to use? Thanks**
A: If you’re cooking chicken Parmesan I would assume it is breaded. (BTW: I use a 50/50 combination of Italian seasoned breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan).  Then I fry in a combination of butter and olive oil. These pans are steel and so they’re great conductors of heat so stick with a med/high setting. Wait for the butter to foam and then start browning that chicken.   Put the butter in first put it in last…I really don’t see the difference. Keep an eye on how fast your chicken is browning and adjust temp accordingly. These pans will give great results at lower temp settings than other pans. Enjoy!

**Q: Are these pans safe to use in a a house that has parrots (pet birds)? Thanks!**
A: We had 5 parrots for many years, they were hand tame, spoke english were friends with our cats even, A guest came over to my house for a month, she bought a new pan and put it in the oven one day, next time we were cooking we didn't notice this pan was in the bottom of the oven, we cooked something at 400 degrees for an hour, we opened the oven and two minutes later 4 of our birds had lung hemorrhages and started seizing, they died in minutes. Teflon poisoning happens to people too but it's not deadly so we don't notice, idk y ppl don't take this seriously just thought i'd share to spread awareness

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It’s a good skillet
*by M***G on September 28, 2025*

I have carbon steel woks.Many. Dipped into carbon steel skillets with an inexpensive 8 inch Chinese manufactured Merton and Storck and it worked out fine. That made me want to get a larger skillet in carbon steel . Did some research and decided on Debuyer mineral b. Bought this skillet. To me it feels just a little lighter than my standard Lodge 10 inch cast iron skillet. My 10 inch tri-ply stainless is a feather compared to it. I can’t complain as I opted for the thicker gauge of the mineral b and was expecting it to have some weight. But it is heavier in hand than I had expected. So don’t expect substantially noticeable weight savings compared to similar size cast iron. It’s still somewhat heavy. Seasoned easily on gas stovetop. It’s a substantial pan and so far so good. 👍 Edit: Liked this skillet and contemplated buying another if it came on sale. Since this review I bought a mineral b pro 11 inch as it had dropped drastically in price. It was almost what I paid for the standard mineral b which also had been discounted when I purchased. My advice: If in your budget get the pro instead of the regular mineral b. Just the way it feels in hand, better balance. The stainless steel handle that stays cooler when stovetop cooking. The added versatility of using in the oven make it a better choice if you can afford it. BUT: The blue carbon Debuyer of the same size but with 2mm thickness is noticeably lighter, oven safe also and usually much lower priced. EDIT: caught the 9.5 inch on sale. It might now be my favorite. Found the 12 inch on sale also. Yeah I bought it too. Bottom line…I haven’t been disappointed in my Debuyer purchases.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Michael's
*by M***A on October 15, 2025*

Double the stars, easy to clean (actually food doesn't stick if instructions are followed), good carbon steel; I expected a lighter weight item, but it is well made and rivals a cast iron in weight, for me it's the correct size for my stove and it heats up fast and evenly.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It takes some time to build up a coating, but this pan is worth the wait!
*by A***R on June 7, 2020*

Update January 2023: this is still my favorite pan. The coating has built up so that I never need to season it. It's used so much that I just leave it on the stove top. I added a new photo to show how it looks after almost 3 years of constant use. Original review 2020: I have owned this pan for a few months. It took 3 tries to receive an undamaged item: the first 2 pans arrived with sizeable dings/scratches that would have affected performance, and they had to be returned. It looked like the pans arrived from France with these defects, not like the damage occurred during shipment from the Amazon warehouse to my home, so I included this information in my product review as a measure of initial product quality. These pans arrive from the manufacturer stapled inside a thick paper bag, so Amazon would not have been able to easily check for defects on arrival. It took at least 2 months for my pan to develop a good coating. Before use, I baked the pan a couple of times (if you're worried about the silicone piece melting--it can be popped out of the handle, btw--just wrap it with a piece of foil) for about 20 minutes at 400 degrees after coating it with a thin layer of linseed oil. Part of the coating sloughed off the pan, and the things I cooked stuck to it. I wasn't deterred: I decided to use a stovetop method instead, and the results were much better. The best way I found to develop a non-stick coating on a new Mineral B pan: 1. Use the pan for things that are less likely to leave a sticky mess until the coating has built up. Steak? Yes. Fried cornmeal mush? No. The very best food I found for building up a good coating in my pan was bacon. 2. Use a generous amount of oil in the pan, and be sure the oil is near its smoke point before you add food to the pan. Following this rule of thumb will help prevent sticking that may damage the new coating. 3. Leave the pan sitting after use until it feels warm to the touch (not burning hot, not cool). 4. Wash the pan with hot running water and a SILICONE scrubber. (Look for "silicone scrubber kitchen" or "silicone sponge;" it's not the same as a silicone scrubber meant for washing your face.) When I first started using my pan, I used a "non-scratch" sponge that didn't protect my new coating at all. Silicone is much gentler. Remember, never use soap on this pan! 5. Dry the pan with a paper towel (it will leave a residue on reusable towels). 6. Immediately coat the pan with a THIN layer of linseed oil. I usually take the paper towel I dried the pan with and apply the oil, then I gently rub the oil onto the inside of the pan. (Whenever I try to pour a little oil directly into the pan, I end up using too much.) It doesn't take much oil to properly coat the pan, probably only 1/4 tsp or so. 7. Heat the pan on the stovetop until the oil smokes. (You might want to turn on the vent fan.) When the oil is smoking, turn off the burner and leave the pan to sit until it is cool to the touch, and then store the pan for the next use. I know it seems like a lot of steps, but once the pan starts to build up a nonstick coating, it will be worth the hassle. This is a wonderful pan; it performs as well as the 90-year-old cast iron pan passed down to me from my grandmother. There is a plastic-type clear coating on the handle, which other reviewers have mentioned. I haven't had any problems with it. (If you're worried about it melting under a broiler, just wrap the handle in foil. Aluminum foil is a great insulator!) The handle stays cool on the stovetop, unlike my grandmother's cast iron pan, which was a pleasant surprise. Overall, I think this pan is an excellent value. I've paid almost this much for nonstick pans that lost their coating integrity in only a few months despite babying them in every possible way (using plastic implements only, never letting other pans touch the coating, etc). I'm very excited to have a pan that will hopefully last a lifetime with proper care. I've been thinking about buying another one. :)

## Frequently Bought Together

- De Buyer MINERAL B Carbon Steel Fry Pan - 11” Diameter, 8.3” Cooking Surface - Ideal for Searing, Sauteing & Reheating - PFAS, PFOA & PFOS Free - Made in France
- DE BUYER 1830 Mineral B Element Series 4636.00 Neoprene Grip Protector 20 cm Length Neoprene
- BuzzyWaxx Original Blend - Cast Iron and Carbon Steel Seasoning

---

## Why Shop on Desertcart?

- 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016
- 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories
- 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price
- 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members)
- 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection
- ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews

**Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sn/products/32819896-de-buyer-mineral-b-carbon-steel-fry-pan-11-diameter](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/32819896-de-buyer-mineral-b-carbon-steel-fry-pan-11-diameter)

---

*Product available on Desertcart Senegal*
*Store origin: SN*
*Last updated: 2026-01-26*