Is De Buyer Copper Cookware Worth The Cost?
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Uncle Scott's Kitchen reviews a shiny new French De Buyer Inocuivre copper frying pan. We cook provencal pork chops, sausage gravy, fresh pasta sauce and more. Is this beautiful French pan worth the money? Find out!
Video Notes:
1. I removed the part about pan costs, as I have seen this pan listed for over $500 (pricey), for around $200 (bargain of the century) in a flash sale that disappeared and hasn't returned, and is currently about $386 on Amazon (more normal). All over the place. It's sold out at De Buyer, but they say more inventory will arrive by October. Shop around!
2. Uncle Scott does not accept free review models... bought this pan myself with my own money to keep my reviews as unbiased as possible. So I am in there hunting for deals and shopping around like everyone else!
3. De Buyer says the word "Inocuivre" is a blend of two French words... "Cuivre" means copper and "Ino" comes from inox, which means stainless steel. So mash them up and you get Inocuivre... "stainless steel copper." Makes sense!
4. I had a question about the handle and if it gets hot. Yes, the handle gets hot. It gets hotter on a gas burner because of the heat rising up around the pan, maybe a little less so on electric. You will need to use a mitt/towel/handle guard after about five minutes on a gas burner.
5. These 90/10 copper Inocuivre pans are not induction compatible. De Buyer makes other lines of copper that can be used with induction.
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I bought my first DeBuyer carbon steel frying pan after watching your videos. Now, I cannot sleep during the nights waiting for the morning to drop there some eggs. Then, I bought my first Turk hand-made pan. Now, way excited to season it as you showed it in your videos. Now, my brother is crazy for the omelettes I make and he thinks to change all the frying pans. You don't know what your videos caused here ...
I think your cooking skill level is higher than you suggest. This pan is far above anything I'd ever need, but the entertainment and inspirational value of the video is incomparable. Thanks.
@UncleScottsKitchen
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, wetracy! One great thing about cooking is it's a great monkey-see/monkey-do activity. If I see someone on TV making a nice dish, I assume if I practice a little I can make it myself. If I see tom Brady throw a TD pass or Beckham score a goal, I pretty much know I'll never do that. But we can all learn to chop, heat, stir!
Sad news from France. Mauviel to discontinue 2.5mm thick lineup due to copper price surge and other undisclosed reasons! Now Mauviel 2.5mm products are almost nowhere to be found on the internet. I was in the market for a skillet over 12inches and was going for Mauviel 2.5mm one but every website said the same thing. The workshop in France does not make it anymore. So I bought this De Buyer copper 12.5 instead. It is currently on the way to me from Germany now and your detailed review already gets me super excited! thx again for great work!
@UncleScottsKitchen
3 жыл бұрын
Nooooooooo! That's terrible on the thicker copper. Do you have a link to a story or how did you hear about that?
@choihyung-min2932
3 жыл бұрын
@@UncleScottsKitchen Mauviel is now introducing a new 200 (2.0mm thick) lineup. It replaces the existing 250 lineup. I heard it from official distributors in France. Well. It is sad to see our beloved 2.5mm lineup go. But maybe we could expect a new pancast vid about new mauviel pans?
Been working back in time on your videos. Really appreciate the time you put into reviewing pans and cooking in them. Inspiring me to more.
Beautiful nice wrought iron handle. Mauviel's iron forge burned down. So de Buyer, Matfer Bourgeat, and Falk Culinair are the main companies that still have the nice traditional wrought iron handles with that beautiful gray sheen.
@UncleScottsKitchen
3 жыл бұрын
Holy cow, I had no idea. Is there a new article somewhere about that? Was it recent? That would be interesting to include in a video.
Hey Scott, great review! Will definitely try some of the dishes in my Inocuivre, also got one for cheap earlier this year. By the way: I also could get an egg to slide in it first try. I wanted to thank you in particular for your videos. Because of them I have been putting more thought into cookware and cooking, switched my induction hob out for a gas hob and couldn't be happier. Its a night and day difference for searing meat and now I can finally properly enjoy my carbon steel pan. Keep up the cool reviews and videos, wishing you all the best! Greetings from Germany
I loved this review so much that it inspired me to rush out and buy the exact same pan off of Amazon. I found a deal on a returned one that I could kinda afford. "Used -like new" it was described as. It arrived in about 3 days in the original packaging which was a little damaged. The pan looked pretty good with only a few minor scratches on the bottom. Even with the scratches the pan is SOO nice looking I hardly dare use it. It is by far the prettiest pan I own. Thanks for the great review.
Man, scott, you really outdid yourself in the video with regards to the handclapping sound track! Bravo!
You are not wrong about lean pork. Due to the lies that are pushed on us by the so called "experts" regarding fat, there has been an incredible push to raise lean pork. When we slaughter our pigs, there is non stop line of friends and family that would like some of our pork. Nice fat back on the hams and inch thick fat on the back and ribs. I really enjoy your channel and have learned a great deal about high carbon steel pans. I have two of your favorite de Buyer nine inch egg pans. When I do my part they are incredible!
Wonderful pan and great review as usual, thank you and greetings from France.
@UncleScottsKitchen
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Mascuale and bonjour from Utah!
Hi Uncle Scott, just wondering if you could make a video comparing this inocuivre to a 2.5mm copper pan (say Falk) to see if the .5mm difference in copper thickness really makes no difference in performance as Mauviel claims? Thank you for the great review as always!
I've got an Essteele copper based stainless pan from 43 years ago and compared to other kitchenware, still looks pretty good and used 4 days a week. Normally I don't care for looks or fashion where tools are concerned but copper based stainless cookware has biased me towards them.
You might have to start sharing your recipes...that okra and the pork chops with potatoes looked amazing. Love your vids! 👍
Great review. Just recently found your channel right after I bought my Matfer carbon steel pan. Thanks for the seasoning/maintenance videos. Keep up the good work sir.
@UncleScottsKitchen
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much! I would bet you will love that Matfer pan... great cookware. Sincerely, The Uncle Scott.
One of the reason I want a saute pan in copper/stainless is for acidic cooking. I love my De Buyer carbon steel pans, but I cook with a lot of acid and need to something that is non reactive. Thanks for the review
An absolutely beautiful pan. Thanks alot for another great review!
@UncleScottsKitchen
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Carlos!
That is a nice looking pan! That sausage gravy got my mouth watering, and my heart aching. lol Thanks for sharing your review. Most excellent.
@UncleScottsKitchen
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much, Ryan!
" ...and I think I'm just going to go lay on the couch for the rest of the day" 😆 🤣 We've all been there.
That is exactly three times more expensive than my first car! Man that is the De Buyer heirloom edition! You can buy a lot of no-stick(ish) HCS pans for that kind of money ... and definitely with a cool 'patina'. I appreciate the review, the food looked delicious and as always your review was thorough, objective and highly entertaining.
@UncleScottsKitchen
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much, Ranger! The cost of these pans is either outrageous or a bargain, depending on how you look at it. Like you said about the nonsticks... this pan might cost the same as five non-sticks, but if it lasts 20 years and you go through a nonstick every two years, it's actually cheaper over the long run. At least that's what I tell my wife when I buy one.
@ranger2316
3 жыл бұрын
@@UncleScottsKitchen LOL ... Hey keep up the great reviews. They're entertaining and informative ... plus I can use them to justify buying cool pots, pans and kitchen gadgets to my wife!
Scott... I want to thank you for your review - again. Especially since I am looking at getting some of the Inocuivre pots! And, this is *EXACTLY* the kind of review I wish I could find for more things! I'm gonna say what I said earlier though... the laugh and applause tracks are taking a lot away from you. You're awesome, and the backing tracks are unnecessary. Some post on the audio might help too! I apologize if I sound nit-picky, but you're not just another youtuber. I know you're going to see a million subs at some point, because you have really well executed videos, and I feel like you are "on par" with a "Food Wishes" style channel. Looking forward to more, and I hope to be here with you when you cross that million sub mark!
Lemon works better than vinegar and does not have a foul odor!! I cut the lemon in half and pour coarse salt on the lemon and use the half lemon like a sponge!
Which of your copper cookware brands would you say is your favorite? I have Mauviel 2+mm, but I'm curious about Falk & De Buyer. Like if you were going to buy a small set I'm talking for an over-all picture.
7:13 sausage gravy. Yum 🤤
Thank you for presenting all the great content work, Uncle Scott! You da You D BEST!!! Keep up the excellent work! Mad.RESPEK!!! 🤜🏼🤛🏼
Awesome video! I could feel the effort behind!
How would that compare with an all-clad which is a top of the range stainless steel?
Wondering the reasoning/ idea/ design of the handle and even versus the proline "Mineral B" & "Affinity"
@UncleScottsKitchen
2 жыл бұрын
I don't know for sure, but I think the long cast iron handle is more of a classic French design, whereas the ones on the Affinity are maybe updated to look a little more modern. Just a guess though!
Great review as usual!
@UncleScottsKitchen
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Olivier!
i fail to see where this pan is better than a stainless steel pan. maybe just as good but better for the price? also, is there a benefit to seasoning a stainless pan? love your videos ;)
@UncleScottsKitchen
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Gilbert! There are great pans in all different market segments. I have some stainless steels that I have been using for almost 20 years now that do a fantastic job. Also have an All-Clad copper core that is almost a blend. I think with copper you get a little more even and quicker heating, and it looks really nice just sitting there on the stovetop, but I have had a lot of luck with my stainless as well. Just different pans in different segments.
Thanks for the good content, love your jokes!
@UncleScottsKitchen
Ай бұрын
Thanks, Lulia! My wife hates comments like these because they only encourage me to make more jokes...
Good job Scotty
@UncleScottsKitchen
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Web!
I made some sausage gravy the other day for the first time in years and noticed the same thing; hardly any grease got rendered (I used regular Jimmy Dean bulk sausage). It didn't matter though; it still worked fine without adding any extra fat. I don't remove the cooked sausage from the pan when adding the flour; you're removing all of the grease that's coating the bits of sausage when you do that, which probably amounts to at least a tablespoon. I just mix the flour in with the cooked sausage and stir it all around over medium-low for about 2 minutes and then add the milk and proceed as normal. If I were to add extra fat, it wouldn't be butter though. I'd add bacon grease, since it's the same thing as sausage grease (rendered pork fat). In fact, I may try that next time even though I don't need to, just to see what it does for the flavor. When I make "egg gravy", which is the same thing as sausage gravy, and is also served over biscuits (or toast), except it has chopped or sliced hard-boiled eggs in it instead of sausage, I do use butter for the roux.
Excellent review. Very creative.
@UncleScottsKitchen
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Rudy!
de Buyer... French for The Buyer. de Booooya! Sweet looking pan, great review! So I was going to ask you about Stainless Steel pans prior to the release of this video. I've seen Carbon Steel and Stainless Steel used interchangeably when shopping Amazon, the title saying carbon Steel and then in the description saying it's made of Stainless Steel so was wondering about that. You have answered the question in this video, they are 2 different things and may de "Buyer" beware.
Let me get this straight; De Buyer makes a carbon steel pan that can handle high heat, but coats the handle so you can't put it in the oven. They also make this 90/10 copper clad pan with a cast handle, but it can't go in the oven because it can't handle high heat cooking.... that is so freaking French of them.
@UncleScottsKitchen
3 жыл бұрын
When it comes to pans, you can't get much more French than De Buyer! They have tons of handle/pan combos so you could probably find one that works. I like to have one for every task.
Great video, gorgeous pan! Btw, the size pan you were using...already sold out! Maybe I should buy stock in this company!
@UncleScottsKitchen
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Cheryl! They are sold out but they told me some more will arrive in October. I think you can find them on Amazon, but supply is pretty spotty at the moment.
I just checked the price for that thing in Germany. Now I don't even dare to think what they will charge for it in the US. Good thing, copper doesn't work on my induction stove. Otherwise I might be intrigued. I know they make a version with sandwich bottom which works on induction. But not only are those even more expensive, I also think it goes against the whole idea of using pure copper.
Hi. Love that you started with fried okra. Yummm. Bacon, yumm. You didn't mention it handle gets hot. Since you have to use med low on stove, can' you use in oven? Bet your wife loves these times you're testing the land since you do the cooking there. Air fry those chicken nuggets, healthier for that 10-5 split with toddler. Peace to you and yours
@UncleScottsKitchen
3 жыл бұрын
Hi Kiki. Thanks for the comments and ideas. The handle does indeed get hot. After about five minutes on gas you need to use a mitt. It takes a little longer to heat up on electric, but still gets hot. Do you like the air fryers? I don't have one yet. Might get one to review.
@kikigamble4315
3 жыл бұрын
Hi. I don't have an air fryer but it would be healthier to do some things for your toddler in a air fryer, less oil used.Peace to you and yours
The DeBuyer (insert audio file) pan killed me lol
@danielhaupt2066
3 жыл бұрын
same!
what is inch and pound?
went on to check prices today, the 12.5 inch is 705 dollars ouch!
@UncleScottsKitchen
2 жыл бұрын
As much as I love this pan, I don't think I would pay that much for it, even with hyperinflation prices. I got mine on sale for about 1/3rd of that two years ago... at that price I think it's great but not over $700!
love your videos look forward to other carbon steel reviews how about made in cookware brand????
@UncleScottsKitchen
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Harley. I will eventually get around to a Made In... it's on The List but I am slow!
$18,000 stove? What make and model? Edit: Never mind. I found it: Ilve Nostalgie 48, right?
Great to see the 2.0mm thickness performed so well in your video, I'm curious about Mauviel's thinner line (1.5mm) copper pans, if they can deliver most of the performance that the 2.00mm thick ones do I will be very interested getting one, those thinner pans cost substantially less and I personally prefer lighter weight too. Anyway thank you for the great review.
@federicomarzocchi7169
8 ай бұрын
hi^^ i have some 2mm debuyer and also a 1.5mm mauviel. what i noticed is that there are no critical differences in performance between 2.5mm and 2 mm copper pans (probably because you dont use high heat with a copper pan so the mass variation is not that important) between the 2mm and the 1.5mm, on the other hand, you can notice that the heat transfer is not that efficient and you may have some hot spot in the pan. the 1.5 mm (in my opinion) is still perfect for the home use, because the burners are less powerful in comparison to a commercial one.
@ABACUStoPC
8 ай бұрын
@@federicomarzocchi7169 thanks very much for the great info! I will definitely use them as a reference 👍
Hey Uncle Scott, love your videos. Why is there a difference in the Mineral B Pro handles? Some have a slit cut out like a bottle opener and some have just a "B" ????
What is your favorite carbon steel pan and what carbon steel is the easiest to season. Thank you!
Hey Uncle Scott so the carbon series is better since you don’t have to be as careful, right? I am assuming this new line 1) you put it in high heat and you ruin it and 2) eventually the stainless part will wear down and you will have to re-apply the 10% layer?
@UncleScottsKitchen
3 жыл бұрын
Hi States. Different pans are better than others depending on the task. For a high heat sear, carbon steel or cast iron are fantastic but you wouldn't want to do that in copper. For simmering an acidic sauce (like with tomatoes), the stainless-lined copper is great but you wouldn't do that in cast iron or carbon steel. I think the tin-lined copper can actualyl get ruined, but it would be much harder to ruin the stainless lined. The tin lining will eventually need to be replaced, but I can't imagine stainless ever needing to be replaced.
@UnitedStates.
3 жыл бұрын
Uncle Scott's Kitchen Ok. Makes much sense. Thanks Uncle Scott! I love your cool vids!
absolut awesome vid dude !!! cheers from germany
@UncleScottsKitchen
3 жыл бұрын
Guten tag from across the pond! Thanks, GG!
Could you share the link to the DeBuyer heat chart? I can‘t seem to find it either due to general ineptitude or using a phone for browsing. Thanks!
@UncleScottsKitchen
3 жыл бұрын
It was on their British site (not the American version... I think I spend too much time researching pans) but it looks like they have redesigned their site and I can't find it now. For crying out loud!
Love your videos and fancy pan reviews. What are the main differences between this and a tri-ply All-clad or similar? Price, utility, etc.
@UncleScottsKitchen
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Genius! There are great pans that do well in lots of different categories. I have a tri-ply that works well, I have a copper core that works well, and these 90/10 coppers work well. I think with the regular tri-ply you get good performance and also less maintenance. With the copper, I think you get about the best heat distribution possible and quicker heating times and as a bonus they look really nice. No matter what category of pan you can find something that works well though.
It's damn gorgeous
Hi uncle....when will you test de buyer Affnity pan...? Congratulations for your videos....you are the best in youtube!!!!
@UncleScottsKitchen
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much, Arce! I have not tried the Affinity yet but I will try to get one on the proverbial List of Videos To Do!
@gemsandlasers269
3 жыл бұрын
I am slowly adding to my Affinity collection. Easily the best pans I've ever had.
Hey Scott I’ve just bought 2 sauce pans one saucer and one sauté Prima Matera. I understand the advantage of copper there but I’m still reluctant about buying ad copper frying pan over a stainless steel or carbon pro. Did you find this much better then the Affinity ?
Can you order lids with these skillets?
I'm curious, has the little Mauviel copper and stainless skillet from your copper pot review grown on you yet?
Hi Scott, can I know what are your thoughts on comparing the mauviel 250 with the de buyer? I'm considering getting copper pan&pot, not sure which one of these two I should get. Much thanks!
@UncleScottsKitchen
3 жыл бұрын
If you have the money, I think the Mauviel 250 is better because it has thicker copper.
@angeline231
3 жыл бұрын
@@UncleScottsKitchen Thanks so much for the suggestion! Mauviel it is then! Might as well if I'm planning on paying that much for any copperware.
Would you say it's better than De Buyer Affinity (stainless steel)?
Great Video! Dying for some fried Okra!
Hi Scott, have you tried the Ballarini carbon steel pan (sold on Bed Bath & Beyond and Amazon)?
@UncleScottsKitchen
3 жыл бұрын
I have not yet but eventually I will get around to trying one. It's on The List!
@BlueGorillaInTheMist
3 жыл бұрын
@@UncleScottsKitchen 👍
Could ya do a review of your range? I'm considering this or a bluestar.
what size this pan? sorry, didn't get it
Vinegar works great but I like Bar Keeper's Friend.
@UncleScottsKitchen
3 жыл бұрын
That stuff is great... I use it sometimes too. I have a 4 qt. sauce pan that I use to make tea and it gets stained like crazy. That Barkeeper's is about the only thing that will return it to normal,
Would like to see you Brown meatballs in this pan .
@UncleScottsKitchen
3 жыл бұрын
I will put that on the list!
@joec2174
3 жыл бұрын
@@UncleScottsKitchen great, I find browning a meatball is almost like the fried egg test. Not done right they fall apart .
16k for the range?! Jebus, Uncle Scott, what on earth do you do for a living?
Nice video y got me take my sub :)
$700 😳
@UncleScottsKitchen
2 жыл бұрын
Prices have gone exponential... I paid less than $250 for mine on some sort of flash sale a couple years ago. At that price, I love it. At $700, weeeeelllllll... I might rather keep my cash!
Having flambe'd a few dishes in my professional career, I don't entirely disagree with the no eyebrows, but I would say more along the lines of no arm hairs.
Great review. Horrible (really horrible!) applause gimmick.
Please ask them how to pronounce "Maigret".
@jasonyoung6420
3 жыл бұрын
"may-gray"
@lylegorch5956
3 жыл бұрын
@@jasonyoung6420 Merci boo coo...
@UncleScottsKitchen
3 жыл бұрын
Although it doesn't apply to me, the Italian equivalent is "magro."
You better like this pan a lot, your wife will kill you if you spend this much money and end up not liking it. 😅
who even does bacon on the stove anyway?
@UncleScottsKitchen
3 жыл бұрын
I sometimes cook it on the barbecue grill, depending on the amount of mess and aroma I want to deal with. How do you cook it?
Ik you leave the jokes and annoying clapping behind, i think it would be a valualble review
@UncleScottsKitchen
2 жыл бұрын
I just couldn't deprive the world...
Scott. That's a $500 pan. I gotta ask. Are you a trust fund baby or hit the lottery? Cause, you're not reviewing the latest Ikea kitchenware offering. You've got some serious Sh*t there.
What's the best fry pan?
@UncleScottsKitchen
Жыл бұрын
That is a philosophical question!
@ArcolaBridge
Жыл бұрын
@@UncleScottsKitchen I guess the best all arounder is a stainless copper clad bit which one...? Atk says it's the all clad. They didn't like the hestan for its tarnish and inferior non sticking.