Flat enamelled cast-iron tawa/comal 38cm (15in) - a large, smooth griddle for family-sized tortillas, roti, dosa, pancakes and flatbreads. Even heat, non-reactive enamel, no seasoning required. Works on gas, electric, ceramic, induction, oven and BBQ.
Also known astawa/tava (South Asia), comal or budare (Latin America) - the same flat griddle used across cuisines.
Diameter: 38cm (15in)
Material: enamelled cast iron (no seasoning required)
Use: hob-to-oven; ideal for tortillas, roti, dosa, pancakes
Care: hand-wash with mild soap, dry thoroughly; avoid thermal shock
Victoria enamelled cast iron - FAQs
Do I need to season enamelled cast iron?
No - the enamel is ready to cook and does not require seasoning. A light film of oil before cooking can help reduce sticking.
How should I clean it?
Hand-wash with mild soap, rinse and dry thoroughly. Avoid abrasive pads and harsh cleaners. Not dishwasher-recommended.
Which hobs and temperatures are OK?
Gas, electric, ceramic and induction, plus oven and BBQ. Preheat on medium and avoid thermal shock - do not add cold water to a hot pan.
What utensils should I use?
Prefer wooden or silicone utensils. Occasional metal use is fine, but avoid scraping which can chip the enamel.
The enamel chipped - is the pan ruined?
Small chips do not stop you using it. Dry after washing and lightly oil the exposed iron to protect it. Avoid further knocks.
What is a tawa/comal?
Tawa (tava) is the South Asian flat pan for roti, chapati, paratha and dosa. A comal (budare) is the Latin American flat griddle for tortillas and more. Functionally they are the same flat griddle.
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The Victoria 38cm enamelled cast-iron tawa/comal is a flat, smooth griddle for family-sized flatbreads and street-food favourites. The enamel finish is non-reactive and easy to care for – there’s no seasoning to maintain – while the cast-iron core gives steady, even heat for soft tortillas and rotis or a quick, spotty char on dosas and quesadillas.
What is a tawa/comal?
Tawa (also spelled tava) is the South Asian flat pan used for roti, chapati, paratha and dosa. A comal (also called budare) is the Latin American flat griddle for corn tortillas and toasting spices or chillies. Functionally they’re the same tool – a flat, heavy griddle – so this pan suits both cuisines and more, including crêpes and pancakes.
Why you’ll like it
Even heat - cast iron stores and spreads heat for consistent results
No seasoning - enamelled surface is ready to cook and non-reactive with acidic foods
Versatile - from gas hob to oven or BBQ, including induction
Hand-wash with mild soap, dry thoroughly; avoid thermal shock. Not dishwasher-recommended.
Use and care tips
Preheat on medium; once hot, lower a notch for even results.
Lightly oil before the first few uses if you like; no seasoning is required.
Avoid sudden temperature changes (e.g. cold water on a hot pan).
Prefer wooden/silicone utensils; avoid scraping the enamel with metal.
Victoria enamelled cast iron - FAQs
Do I need to season enamelled cast iron?
No - the enamel is ready to cook and does not require seasoning. A light film of oil before cooking can help reduce sticking.
How should I clean it?
Hand-wash with mild soap, rinse and dry thoroughly. Avoid abrasive pads and harsh cleaners. Not dishwasher-recommended.
Which hobs and temperatures are OK?
Gas, electric, ceramic and induction, plus oven and BBQ. Preheat on medium and avoid thermal shock - do not add cold water to a hot pan.
What utensils should I use?
Prefer wooden or silicone utensils. Occasional metal use is fine, but avoid scraping which can chip the enamel.
The enamel chipped - is the pan ruined?
Small chips do not stop you using it. Dry after washing and lightly oil the exposed iron to protect it. Avoid further knocks.
What is a tawa/comal?
Tawa (tava) is the South Asian flat pan for roti, chapati, paratha and dosa. A comal (budare) is the Latin American flat griddle for tortillas and more. Functionally they are the same flat griddle.
