STAUB Cast Iron Chistera Braiser 28 cm Basil Green
Gift type: Cookware
Perfect pick for: Cooking, Home Decor, Food Lovers, Slow Cooking, Entertaining
Estimated Price: £157.99
Embrace leisurely cooking with the STAUB Chistera Braiser, a cast iron casserole designed to enhance every flavour in your one-pot dishes. Its basil green enamelled exterior adds a splash of colour to your kitchen, while the matte black enamelled interior excels at developing rich, caramelised flavours.
Crafted in France and trusted by Michelin-starred chefs, this 28 cm braiser features a unique self-basting lid with castellated 'picots' that collect and redistribute moisture like a gentle rainfall. This innovative design ensures your meals stay succulent, locking in flavours and juices throughout cooking.
The braiser is versatile, suitable for oven, hob—including induction—and even under the grill, making it perfect for roasting, braising, simmering, and baking. Durable and easy to clean, it offers a lifetime warranty for domestic use, promising years of reliable service and culinary excellence.
- Material: Enamelled cast iron (exterior and matte black interior)
- Colour: Basil green exterior, matte black interior
- Size: 28 cm rim diameter
- Height: 9 cm
- Length: 33 cm
- Width: 31 cm including handles
- Capacity: Approximately 3.7 litres (serves up to 6 people)
- Use: Suitable for all hob types including induction, oven safe to 250°C, grill safe
- Lid: Self-basting with picots for moisture retention
- Care: Scratch resistant, easy to clean, hand wash recommended
- Made in France by STAUB
- Warranty: Lifetime warranty for domestic use
The STAUB Chistera Braiser is a standout piece in cast iron cookware, delivering a professional-quality cooking experience at home. Its heavy-duty construction ensures excellent heat retention and even cooking, vital for slow-cooked dishes, stews, and roasts. Users frequently praise its ability to deepen flavours, particularly when searing or browning on the matte black enamelled surface, which also promises a durable, non-stick patina over time.
👀 Read more...The self-basting lid is a clever addition, with raised nodules on its underside that encourage condensation to drip back down, preserving moisture and taste. This unique lid design is lauded for keeping dishes juicy without additional effort. Versatility is another high point—as this braiser moves effortlessly from hob to oven to table, it suits a variety of cooking methods and presentation styles.
Some reviewers note that although it requires careful handling and washing, especially avoiding metal utensils to preserve the enamel, the quality and longevity justify this attention. The size strikes a practical balance, generous enough for family meals yet manageable for everyday use. Overall, the STAUB Chistera is an investment in flavour, durability, and timeless kitchen style.
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