Cast-iron cookware has long been the gold standard for achieving a golden sear on a steak and ease of maintenance and cleaning. If seasoned and taken care of properly, a cast-iron pan can last a lifetime. Our latest Aldi Find lets you grill your favorite foods in the comfort of your kitchen, and for a steal.
The Crofton Cast Iron Grill Pan will be your new companion for grilling burgers and steak, bratwursts and sausages, fish and seafood, vegetables and fruits, pork chops and panini sandwiches. You’ll achieve those classic grill marks without having to set up a grill outside. It’s perfect for those who don’t have access to a grill year-round.
Aldi’s version has a porcelain enamel-coated bottom and comes in navy blue and white. Each grill pan is 10-inches and retails for just $19.99. For comparison, a similar name brand version retails for nearly $50, so this Aldi Find is a steal. The tag states this pan is heat-safe up to 482 degrees.
Shoppers have been talking about Aldi’s cast-iron products on Reddit, and it seems the overall consensus is positive. “I’ve had one for a couple [of] years now and it’s great”, said one user regarding their cast-iron skillet. “Pretty good skillet! I’m not an expert, but [it] sure does cook things in a cast-iron way”, said another. We’ll be keeping an eye on reviews for this specific grill pan as they come in.
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If you’re new to cast-iron cooking, you’ll want to season the pan with each use. According to Omaha Steaks, it’s recommended to clean a dirty cast-iron pan with a soft brush with just water (avoiding soap) to remove stuck-on food, then towel dry. Place it on the stove and heat until smoking. Let completely cool, then drizzle a small amount of neutral oil in the pan and spread it around to cover the cooking surface and sides using a paper towel. It is not recommended to soak or dishwash cast-iron cookware.
If you’re in the market for a new grill pan and want to try out a cast-iron version, this pan is available in the Aldi Finds section starting today.
