The Le Creuset Signature Round Braiser, 3.5 Qt. is the pan many cooks reach for more than their Dutch oven. Its wide, shallow base browns meat and vegetables in a single layer, and the domed lid turns that same pan into a braiser once liquid goes in.
An 11.8-inch cooking surface gives you room to sear four chicken thighs or a pan of short ribs without crowding, so food browns instead of steaming. Low sides make it easy to flip and baste and help a pan sauce reduce quickly. With the lid on, the dome circulates steam back over the food for tender, saucy results. It also works as a casserole, a paella pan, or a serving dish at the table.
Available colors: Marseille, Sea Salt, White, Caribbean, Flame, Bleu Riviera, Licorice, Artichaut, Oyster, Cerise, Flamme Dorée, Nectar and Nuit. Choose your color from the options on this page; every color shares the same size, construction, and performance.
Specs & details:
- Capacity: 3.5 quarts (3 to 4 servings)
- Interior: 11.8" diameter x 2.2" deep
- Exterior: 15.8" L x 12.5" W x 5.3" H
- Lid: a domed enameled cast iron lid that circulates steam
- Oven-safe: up to 500°F
- Care: Dishwasher-safe; hand washing recommended
- Material: enameled cast iron, cast in one piece
- Cooktops: gas, electric, ceramic, halogen, and induction
- Interior: light sand-colored enamel for easy monitoring
- Made in: France
- Warranty: Le Creuset limited lifetime warranty
Use it with: braised chicken, short ribs, shakshuka, risotto, paella, casseroles, and one-pan dinners for three to four
This is the most versatile braiser size for a household of two to four. If you often cook for six or more, the 5 Qt. Signature Braiser adds more surface area.
Because the enamel is fused to the cast iron, it needs no seasoning and will not react with acidic ingredients like tomatoes, wine, or citrus. Le Creuset cast iron is also the lightest per quart in the industry, which you will notice every time you lift a full pot.
Hand-selected by our Greenville team for cooks building a kitchen that works as hard as they do. Available for local pickup at our Buncombe Street shop.
Q: What size is the 3.5 Qt. Round Braiser?
A: It holds 3.5 quarts, which serves about 3 to 4 people. The interior measures 11.8" diameter x 2.2" deep.
Q: Is it oven-safe?
A: Yes, it is oven-safe up to 500°F.
Q: Does it work on induction?
A: Yes. It works on gas, electric, ceramic, halogen, and induction cooktops.
Q: How do I clean it?
A: It is dishwasher-safe, but hand washing with warm, soapy water is recommended to keep the enamel looking its best.
Q: What colors are available?
A: This listing is offered in Marseille, Sea Salt, White, Caribbean, Flame, Bleu Riviera, Licorice, Artichaut, Oyster, Cerise, Flamme Dorée, Nectar and Nuit. Each color is the same pan; only the exterior enamel changes.
Q: What is the difference between a braiser and a Dutch oven?
A: A braiser has a wider base and lower sides, so it is better for searing and reducing sauces. A Dutch oven is taller and holds more liquid for soups and stews.