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KAJI鍛冶

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Cooking & care guide

A pan without a coating asks for a little technique and gives you control in return.

Everyday cooking

Vegetables, eggs, fish and meat — what to expect, and how to get good results from the first use.

Vegetables searing in a titanium pan

What to expect

  • Heat distribution

    Draft — to be validated

    Titanium conducts heat less readily than aluminium or copper. Preheat gradually and use moderate heat for even results.

  • Sticking

    Draft — to be validated

    Without a coating, food can stick — especially eggs and lean proteins in a cold pan. Technique matters: preheat, add fat, let food release.

Precision and technique

Preheating, fat, heat level and timing. The four variables that decide whether food releases cleanly.

A fillet of fish cooking skin-side down

Step by step

Draft — to be validated
  1. Preheat gently

    Place the empty pan over low-to-medium heat for one to two minutes. Avoid high heat on an empty pan.

  2. Add fat once warm

    Add oil or butter when the pan is warm and let it heat until it shimmers.

  3. Don't crowd the pan

    Leave space between pieces so moisture escapes and food sears instead of steaming.

  4. Let food release

    Proteins often stick at first and release once a crust forms. Wait before turning.

  5. Clean while warm

    Deglaze or rinse with warm water once the pan has cooled slightly — never plunge a hot pan into cold water.

Cleaning and care

How to wash, dry and store the pan so the hammered finish keeps its look.

A titanium pan drying on a kitchen towel

Cleaning and storage

Draft — to be validated
  1. Let the pan cool before washing.
  2. Wash with warm water and a soft sponge; avoid harsh abrasives on the hammered finish.
  3. Dry immediately and completely.
  4. Dishwasher suitability: to be confirmed.

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