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Overview
What is the Egg & Toast Pan?
The Egg & Toast Pan is a rectangular enameled cast iron pan inspired by Japan’s traditional tamagoyaki pan. While typically made from copper or aluminum for quick heat response, tamagoyaki pans have rarely been crafted from cast iron—until now. Reimagined with Japanese craftsmanship and precision engineering, it balances heat conductivity with heat retention to deliver exceptional efficiency—perfect for Japanese rolled omelets, toast, and seared vegetables. Unlike most tamagoyaki pans on the market, the Egg & Toast Pan features a non-toxic enamel finish, free from harmful materials.
Handle types
The Egg & Toast Pan is available with two handle options: premium wood or oven-safe aluminum.
Wood Handle: Thoughtfully designed for a comfortable, balanced grip, each handle is carved from premium wood and hand-finished for a seamless fit with the cast iron body.
- Available in Oak or Walnut
- Stovetop use only; not oven-safe
- Handwashing only
Aluminum Handle: The matte-black aluminum handle integrates seamlessly with the pan body and features a sturdy hanging hook. Designed for versatility, the pan is oven-safe, dishwasher-safe, and transitions effortlessly from stovetop to oven to dishwasher.
- Matte-black aluminum handle with heat-shielding joint
- Oven-safe (up to 570ºF)
- Dishwasher-safe
Dedicated Stainless Steel Lid
With the lid, you can expand your cooking techniques to include simmering, steaming, and poaching, in addition to searing and frying. The lid is oven-safe and dishwasher-safe.
Compatible heat sources
This Egg & Toast Pan is compatible with all stovetops, including gas, ceramic, induction, and electric. The aluminum-handle model is oven-safe up to 570ºF, and the Stainless Steel Lid is also oven-safe.
Is the pan non-stick?
The Egg & Toast Pan is enamel-coated, and if preheated properly, food will not stick to the pan. You can learn the proper preheating steps by referencing page 15 of the Egg & Toast Pan Recipe Booklet (Only available in digital format).
No seasoning required
The Egg & Toast Pan features an enamel coating that resists rust and is ready to use right away—no seasoning required unlike conventional cast iron skillets.
Made with safe, non-toxic materials
The Egg & Toast Pan is free from toxic materials, including PFOA, PTFE, PFAS, and lead. The safety of our customers and craftspeople is our top priority, which is why we never use substances such as cadmium in any of our coatings.
Read the Our Design Approach article to learn more.
Available recipes
A digital recipe booklet with 13 dedicated recipes is available for download—no printed booklet included. Visit our Recipes page for more inspiration.
Quick-Start Guide
Read the Egg and Toast Pan | Quick-Start Guide for helpful tips before your first use.
Cooking
Preheating Guide
Here are key heating tips for making delicious dishes with the Egg & Toast Pan. Follow these simple steps to prevent sticking and achieve perfect results. Since the pan transfers heat exceptionally well, high heat is not necessary.
Tip 1: Thoroughly preheat the pan before adding ingredients.
- Preheat over medium heat for about 90 seconds (60 seconds with induction).
- Add in oil and swirl to coat evenly.
- Once oil begins to smoke across the entire surface, adjust heat level and start cooking.
Tip 2: Turn off heat when adding ingredients that tend to stick.
Some ingredients, such as eggs or flour, are more prone to sticking. For these, turning off the heat briefly will help equalize the pan’s surface temperature and minimize sticking.
- Preheat following the steps in Tip 1. As smoke rises from the entire surface, turn off the heat and wait for 10 to 15 seconds.
- Once smoke clears, add ingredients to the pan while the heat is turned off. Wait for 10 to 30 seconds.
- Turn the heat back on and cook over low or very low heat.
Please refer to Heating Guide on page 14 of the digital recipe booklet for details on heat levels.
Visit our Recipes page for more ideas.
Compatible cooking utensils
Enamel is a glass-based coating that can be scratched by metal utensils. To protect the surface and extend the life of your pan, we recommend using silicone or wooden utensils.
Cleaning & Care
Washing the pan
To protect the enamel coating, avoid abrasive cleaners and scrubbing tools (such as metal brushes or scouring pads). Instead, wash with mild dish soap and a soft sponge. The wooden handle may warp if left in water for too long, so be sure to dry it immediately after washing.
Dishwasher use
The aluminum handle model is dishwasher-safe, while the wooden handle model requires handwashing.
Cleaning tips
- Removing stuck-on food
If the pan is not properly preheated or is used over high heat, food may burn and stick. To remove stuck-on food, we recommend cleaning with baking soda. See here for step-by-step instructions.
- Removing stubborn burnt food
Cooking without removing previous residue or using high heat can cause food to burn and leave residue. Follow the step-by-step cleaning instructions here.
- Removing oil stains
Oil stains do not affect cooking performance, but they may build up over time with use. For cleaning guidance, see the step-by-step instructions here.
- Removing white spots
Enameled cast iron cookware may occasionally develop white spots from use. These can be cleaned by following the step-by-step instructions here.
Proper storage
Store the pan in a well-ventilated area. If stacking multiple sizes, we recommend placing paper towels or felt dividers between the pans to protect the enamel coating.
Over time, the wooden handle may fade, warp, or develop a slight gap at the hook due to sun exposure, heat, or humidity. To prevent this, we recommend storing the pan in a cool, dry, and dark place.
Using a chipped pan
If your pan becomes chipped, stop using it and contact us at support@vermicular.us to determine whether it is safe to continue cooking with.
Repair service
We currently offer product repair and recoating services only in Japan; this service is not available in the US market.
Warranty
We hold all of our cookware to the highest standards for safety and quality, and stand behind our promise to excellence in craftsmanship. Therefore, we do not set a warranty period for any of our enameled cast iron cookware. We will replace any item found to be defective in material or workmanship when put to normal household use and cared for according to the instructions provided.
Vermicular cookware is warranted to you by Vermicular USA to be free from defects in material and workmanship at the time of its purchase.
- You must follow the use and care instructions provided with the cookware. Damage from any use not in accordance with the provided instructions is not covered.
- This warranty covers normal household use only. Damage from commercial use or other non-consumer use is not covered.
- This warranty does not cover any damage due to normal wear and tear, damage due to misuse or abuse, improper cleaning or negligence, or any damage resulting from use other than the intended purpose of the item.
- Over time, oil stains may appear. This is considered normal wear and tear and will not affect the performance of the cookware.
To make a warranty claim, please contact Vermicular USA at support@vermicular.us.
