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
A chef-designed, bare cast-iron oven dish by three-Michelin-star chef Sergio Herman for Serax, featuring a deliberately rough exterior and smoothly polished interior inspired by Zeeland's landscape, finished by hand with intentional irregularities as marks of authenticity. Its camo green color coordinates exactly with Surface stoneware plates, forming a matched collection. Unlike enameled competitors like Le Creuset and Staub at a similar price, this uncoated iron builds a non-stick patina through stovetop seasoning and hand-washing, can be stripped and re-seasoned forever for a lifetime of use, but requires care to avoid rust and reacts poorly with prolonged acidic cooking, which strips seasoning and imparts metallic flavors.
Verified claims
- Design
- Designed by three-Michelin-star chef Sergio Herman under full creative autonomy.
- Collection ecosystem
- Camo green matches Surface stoneware plates; part of a coordinated collection.
- Care
- Hand wash, dry on stove, store with paper towel to prevent rust.
- Seasoning
- Bare cast iron needs stovetop seasoning, hand-wash for non-stick patina.
- Repairability
- Can be stripped and re-seasoned forever; a lifetime investment.
- Texture contrast
- Deliberately rough exterior and smoothly polished interior are a hand-finished design choice inspired by Zeeland's landscape.
- Tableware matching
- Khaki/Sage/Olive (Camogreen) color matches Surface stoneware glaze exactly.
- Zeeland inspiration
- Colors and textures drawn from Zeeland's raw coastlines, sandy dunes, and dark lakes.
- Color coordination
- Camo green finish coordinates with Surface stoneware plates.
- Hand-finishing marks
- Hand-finishing irregularities are framed as authenticity marks by Serax.
- Chef provenance
- Designed by three-Michelin-star chef Sergio Herman, built for daily professional use.
- Value vs enameled
- Priced similarly to Le Creuset roasters, but offers chef-designed repairable bare iron instead of porcelain enamel.
- Acidic reactivity
- Prolonged acidic cooking strips seasoning and imparts metallic flavors.
- Finish and pre-seasoning
- The Surface Large Cast-Iron Oven Dish is bare cast iron, not enamel-coated; the manufacturer does not specify whether it is pre-seasoned, though bare cast iron typically comes pre-seasoned.
- Oven safety
- Do not use under a broiler above 425°F; the maximum oven-safe temperature is 425°F (220°C).
- Acidic food caution
- Long simmering of tomato-based sauces or wine-heavy braises can erode the seasoning and add a metallic note, so this dish is best for roasting and baking rather than multi-hour acidic cooks.
- Size range
- The Large version measures 38.5 x 20 x 6 cm; an XL oven dish is also available for larger gatherings.
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.[3]
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.[2,3]
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