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Lodge Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Skillet with Silicone Handle Holder

Good for charring shawarma without a spit

A pre-seasoned cast-iron skillet with a silicone handle holder. Cast iron holds high heat, which is what gives stovetop shawarma its crispy, charred edges.

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What it's good for

  • Cast iron holds heat well for a hard sear and charred edges
  • Comes pre-seasoned, so it is ready to use
  • Goes from stovetop to oven to grill
  • Silicone holder makes the hot handle easier to grab
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Things to consider

  • Heavy compared with nonstick pans
  • Needs hand washing and occasional re-seasoning

Using it for shawarma

Heat the skillet until very hot, add a thin film of oil, and sear marinated meat in batches so it browns instead of steaming. It can also go into a hot oven to roast whole thighs, then onto the stove for a final crisp.

Alternatives

An electric griddle gives you more surface for bigger batches. On the grill, use metal skewers.

Where we use it