Serax
Surface Large Cast-Iron Oven Dish
This Surface Large Cast-Iron Oven Dish is a rectangular cast-iron baking and serving dish from Serax's Surface Collection, designed by chef Sergio Herman. It features two flat handles for secure gripping, a matte enameled exterior, and a glossy black enameled interior with a subtle textured finish. The dish is compatible with all cooktops including induction, oven-safe up to 425°F (220°C), requires hand washing, and measures 15.25 by 7.75 by 2.25 inches (38.5 x 20 x 6 cm). Hand-finished pieces may show minor irregularities.
- Material
- Cast iron
- Style
- contemporary
- Category
- Home & Garden > Kitchen & Dining > Cookware & Bakeware > Bakeware > Roasting Pans
Size
Specifications
Elegant cast-iron oven dish with contemporary design, suitable for oven-to-table service.
Cast iron construction, two handles for safe grip, compatible with all cooktops including induction, oven safe up to 425°F, hand-finished with unique irregularities.
- Material
- Cast iron
- Style
- contemporary
- Condition
- new
- Dimensions
- 15.25x7.75x2.25 in
- Category
- Home & Garden > Kitchen & Dining > Cookware & Bakeware > Bakeware > Roasting Pans
Additional Attributes
- Elegance
- Sophistication
- High quality
- Chic contemporary vibe
- Rugged design
- Cast iron
- Two handles for safer grip
- Compatible with all cooktops including induction
- Oven safe up to 425°F
- Hand wash only
- Designed by Sergio Herman
- Hand-finished irregularities
- Unique character
Product Insights
Serax’s Surface Large Cast-Iron Oven Dish is a 300 CAD, in-stock enameled cast-iron roasting pan designed by three-Michelin-star chef Sergio Herman, with one 38.5 x 20 x 6 cm size and Zeeland-derived glazes in Black or Khaki/Sage/Olive (one Camo Green); its shallow 6 cm open walls brown and caramelize rather than steam, pan sauces reduce to a syrupy glaze in about half the time of a tall pot, and the rectangle fits a whole fish or one uncrowded layer, though the interior basin runs smaller. Enamel inside and out means no seasoning, no rust, and safe acidic braises; the smooth glossy black interior releases food and resists stains, the rough exterior and smooth interior are hand-finished Zeeland-inspired choices, and hand-finishing irregularities are cosmetic authenticity marks. Slow to heat but holding heat longer than aluminum, it can preheat dry without warping, sear on the stovetop, move to an oven up to 220°C, and arrive at the table still sizzling, with two cast-in handles and about 10.7 lb requiring two-handed lifting; a smooth ceramic base protects glass-top and induction cooktops from scratches. Main tradeoffs: it is not for long covered braises; stovetop heat browns the center before the ends, so preheat in the oven; 425°F/220°C is the maximum, ruling out 475–500°F bread preheats and requiring 400°F or below for long roasts because ovens spike 25–50°F past the dial; bring it up to temperature with the oven because cold-to-hot shock cracks cast iron; hand wash only, avoid metal utensils and abrasives, and still use a little oil; on induction, center it on the largest zone, preheat low, and expect a ring under the coil with long ends trailing, while the flat base runs slightly smaller than the body and should sit on the widest zone.
Verified claims
- Design
- Designed by three-Michelin-star chef Sergio Herman of Oud Sluis
- Zeeland inspiration
- Green and black glazes trace to Zeeland's jagged coastlines, pale dunes and dark lakes
- Collection ecosystem
- Part of the Serax Surface Collection, an expandable range of cups, plates, bowls and cookware
- Texture contrast
- A matte enameled exterior and glossy black enameled interior are a deliberate hand-finished design choice inspired by Zeeland's landscape.
- Hand-finishing marks
- Hand-finishing irregularities are cosmetic authenticity marks, not structural flaws.
- Roasting
- An enameled cast-iron roasting pan with shallow 6 cm open walls browns and caramelizes instead of steaming.
- Reduction
- Pan sauces reduce to a syrupy glaze in about half the time of a tall pot
- Footprint
- Its 38.5 x 20 cm rectangle fits a whole fish or one uncrowded layer
- Braising
- Built for glazes, gratins and shallow braises, not long covered braises
- Stovetop evenness
- On a stovetop the center browns well before the ends; preheat in the oven.
- Thermal mass
- Slow to heat but holds heat longer than aluminum; a gradual preheat prevents warping.
- Stovetop-to-oven
- Sear on the stovetop, then move the same dish into the oven up to 220°C.
- Oven safety
- Max oven temperature is 425°F (220°C); 475-500°F bread preheats are out of range
- Finish
- Enameled cast iron, inside and out — no seasoning, no rust, and acidic braises are safe.
- Interior
- Smooth glossy black interior releases food and resists stains better than bare iron.
- Care
- Hand wash only: keep it out of the dishwasher and away from metal utensils and abrasives.
- Induction
- Compatible with all cooktops including induction; on induction, center the dish on the largest zone and preheat on low.
- Oven setting
- Set 400°F or below for long roasts; ovens spike 25–50°F past the dial.
- Thermal shock
- Bring the dish up to temperature with the oven; a cold-to-hot shock cracks cast iron.
- Bread baking
- Ruled out as a bread pot: no-knead and sourdough methods want 475–500°F.
- Heat retention
- Releases stored heat slowly, keeping food warm through a long course.
- Preheat
- Preheat it empty on low for a few minutes before raising the power.
- Heat distribution
- Induction heats in a ring under the coil; the long ends trail the middle.
- Glass-top protection
- Smooth ceramic coating on the base keeps glass and induction hotplates scratch-free
- Cooktop fit
- Flat base runs slightly smaller than the 38.5 x 20 cm body; center it on your widest zone
- Handles
- Two wide handles are cast into the one-piece iron body and grip securely through oven mitts.
- Handling
- About 10.7 lb with two wide cast-in handles; lift it two-handed
- Oven-to-table
- Comes to the table still sizzling and keeps a roast warm through the meal.
- Color choice
- Two variants, Black and Khaki/Sage/Olive (one Camo Green), both in stock at 300 CAD.
- Cook surface
- Smooth glazed interior releases food easily, but it still needs a little oil and no metal utensils.
- Size range
- Both finishes share one size — 38.5 x 20 x 6 cm — and the interior basin runs smaller.
- Enameled finish
- This is enameled cast iron, not bare iron: a matte enameled exterior and glossy black enameled interior mean no seasoning is required and acidic ingredients such as tomatoes, wine and citrus are safe.
- Serving capacity
- The 38.5 x 20 x 6 cm dish comfortably fits a whole roast chicken or a casserole for about four to six people.
- Lid
- Sold as the dish alone with no lid included; it is an open oven-to-table piece, and any cover would need to be a universal lid or foil.
Product record
- Title
- Surface Large Cast-Iron Oven Dish
- Brand
- Serax
- Price
- 300 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 13 sourcesUses
Bake and bring straight to the table
A large cast-iron oven dish designed for stylish oven-to-table service, so a roast or baked dish can go from cooking to serving without a second dish. Two handles give a safer grip when carrying it hot, and it is oven safe up to 425°F (220°C). It works on all cooktops, including induction, and should be hand washed.[1]
Oven baking and stovetop-to-oven cooking
A large cast-iron dish for baking and roasting in the oven, safe up to 425°F (220°C). Because it works on all cooktops, including induction, it can go from burner to oven in the same dish. It has two handles for a safer grip and is hand wash only.[1,2]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Surface Large Cast-Iron Oven Dish: Choose this if you want a Sergio Herman-designed cast-iron oven dish for stylish oven-to-table serving, with a rough unpolished exterior that contrasts with its smoothly polished glossy black interior. It measures about 15.25 inches long, 7.75 inches wide, and 2.25 inches high, has two side handles, works on all cooktops including induction, and is oven safe up to 425°F (220°C). Note it is hand wash only and not dishwasher resistant.[1,2,3,4] | Surface Medium Cast-Iron Casserole: Choose this if you cook for one or two people: its 1.7-litre, shallow cast-iron body suits casseroles, simmered dishes, or sides for a main meal, with a lid designed to keep steam circulating so food stays moist during long cooking. Designed by chef Sergio Herman, the matte olive-green exterior (over a glossy black enamel interior) works on all cooktops including induction, is oven safe up to 425°F (220°C), and has two side handles for a safer grip. Note that it is hand wash only.[5,6,7,8,9] | Surface Medium Cast-Iron Cooking Pot: Choose this if you want a medium 3 L cast-iron pot (about 11.5 by 9 by 4.75 inches) from Sergio Herman's Surface collection, with a raw matte black exterior, smoothly polished interior, and a self-basting lid that returns condensation to the dish. It works on all cooktops, including induction, and is oven safe up to 425°F (220°C). Note that it is hand wash only, which matters if you prefer dishwasher-friendly cookware.[10,11,12,13] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Rectangular cast-iron oven dish with flat rectangular side handles, muted green exterior enamel, and glossy black textured interior visible from the front-facing view.
- Overall shapeShallow rectangular basin with straight vertical side walls and a flat base, viewed from the front showing the long side and both short-side handles.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.64 · w 0.72 · h 0.17 (high) - HandlesTwo flat rectangular tab handles projecting horizontally from the center of each short side; same exterior color and finish as the dish body.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.67 · w 0.08 · h 0.08 (high); x 0.80 · y 0.67 · w 0.08 · h 0.08 (high) - Exterior finishMatte or low-sheen green enamel coating on the outside walls and handles.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.66 · w 0.68 · h 0.12 (high) - Interior finish and textureGlossy black enamel interior with a subtly pebbled or hammered texture visible on the inner walls and base.
1 region
x 0.23 · y 0.66 · w 0.54 · h 0.09 (high) - Rim detailSlightly raised glossy lip where the interior enamel meets the exterior, creating a thin reflective edge along the top of the side wall.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.65 · w 0.56 · h 0.03 (medium) - Visible wear and finish uniformityExterior color appears uniform with no visible chips, scratches, or labels on the visible surfaces.
Other
Studio-style product shot centered on a white background with even lighting and a soft drop shadow beneath the dish.
- Background and compositionProduct centered horizontally near the lower third of the image on a plain off-white background.
- Lighting and shadowEven frontal lighting with a soft shadow directly beneath the dish, indicating overhead studio illumination.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.75 · w 0.60 · h 0.06 (medium) - Image qualitySharp focus on the dish with no visible text or labels in the scene; minimal reflections on glossy interior.
Colors
sage green· exterior walls and handles#7A7D6Dgloss black· interior basin#151512- Overall shapeShallow rectangular basin with straight vertical side walls and a flat base, viewed from the front showing the long side and both short-side handles.
- 02
Product
Close-up of a rectangular cast-iron oven dish corner showing a flat tab handle, matte olive-green exterior, a rolled rim with exposed cast-iron edge, and a glossy textured black enamel interior.
- Overall geometryRectangular pan seen from an angled top-side closeup showing one corner and one short flat tab handle extending from the short side.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.10 · w 0.88 · h 0.80 (medium) - Exterior finishExterior walls and handle have a smooth matte olive-green coating with uniform color and slightly rounded outer corners.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.48 · w 0.60 · h 0.46 (high) - Handle shapeShort rectangular flat tab handle with rounded outer corners and a slightly chamfered junction to the pan wall.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.42 · w 0.34 · h 0.20 (high) - Interior coatingInterior visible surface has a high-gloss black enamel with a subtly pebbled texture and reflective highlights.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.02 · w 0.68 · h 0.62 (high) - Rim detailTop rim shows a thin exposed darker cast-iron edge between exterior coating and interior enamel, forming a rolled lip.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.00 · w 0.70 · h 0.10 (high) - Interior reflectionsTwo narrow bright linear reflections run along the interior near the rim, following the pan's long axis.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.12 · w 0.60 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a white background with diffused lighting and a soft shadow under the pan; image is tightly cropped to show the pan corner and handle.
- Shot compositionAngled closeup framing the pan corner and left-side handle, leaving outer background white and mostly empty.
- Background and surfaceSmooth white background and surface with a soft faint shadow cast beneath the pan toward the lower-left.
- LightingEven diffused lighting with visible specular highlights on the interior enamel indicating a glossy finish.
Colors
matte olive green· exterior walls and handle#91957Dgloss black· interior surface#0E0D0Edark iron gray· rim edge- Overall geometryRectangular pan seen from an angled top-side closeup showing one corner and one short flat tab handle extending from the short side.
- 03
Product
Two rectangular nested oven dishes stacked: an upper black cast-iron dish with glossy interior and short integrated end handles sits atop a lower olive-green enamel-coated dish with matching shape and flat handles.
- Overall shapeTwo shallow rectangular dishes with rounded corners stacked one inside the other, each having short flat integrated handles at the narrower ends.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.22 · w 0.76 · h 0.56 (high) - Top dish material and finishTop dish appears to be black cast-iron with a glossy, slightly uneven interior surface and a textured exterior finish visible on the side wall.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.24 · w 0.68 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.72 · y 0.24 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (medium) - Top dish handleShort, flat rectangular handle integrated into the body extending slightly beyond the short end; top surface glossy black.
2 regions
x 0.72 · y 0.26 · w 0.14 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.12 · y 0.30 · w 0.12 · h 0.08 (medium) - Bottom dish material and finishLower dish shows an olive-green smooth enamel or painted exterior with a matte appearance and a straight side wall.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.52 · w 0.72 · h 0.24 (high) - Bottom dish handleFlat integrated handle on the lower dish visible at the left short end, matching the dish color and projecting slightly outward.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.58 · w 0.14 · h 0.10 (high) - Interior detailInterior of the top dish is glossy and reflects light, with a subtly uneven cast texture visible on the inner side wall at the left corner.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.28 · w 0.48 · h 0.18 (high) - Stacking relationshipTop dish sits nested into the lower dish with the lower dish visible as a full band beneath the top dish and its handles protruding beyond the top dish handles.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.46 · w 0.72 · h 0.30 (high)
Other
Studio-style product shot on a white background with soft shadow beneath the dishes; three-quarter side view with lighting from upper left.
- Background and surfaceSmooth white background and white supporting surface with a soft diffuse shadow under the stacked dishes.
- Shot compositionThree-quarter side angle showing the narrow ends and one long side; product centered horizontally in the lower half of the image.
- Lighting and reflectionsSoft directional lighting from the upper-left creating highlights on the glossy interior of the top dish and subtle specular on the top handle.
Colors
gloss black· top dish interior and exterior#050404olive green· bottom dish exterior#8D9175- Overall shapeTwo shallow rectangular dishes with rounded corners stacked one inside the other, each having short flat integrated handles at the narrower ends.
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- Serax
Oven dish L cast iron black Surface