
Serax
Surface Medium Cast-Iron Casserole
This Surface Medium Cast-Iron Casserole from Serax, designed by Sergio Herman, is a versatile cooking vessel made of cast iron with a matte olive-green exterior and glossy black enamel interior. It includes a lid and two side handles, is compatible with all cooktops including induction, and is oven safe up to 425°F (220°C). Measuring 11.5 inches in length, 9 inches in width, and 3.25 inches in height with a 1.7-liter capacity, it requires hand washing; note that hand-finishing may create slight irregularities.
- Material
- Cast iron
- Style
- contemporary
- Category
- Home & Garden > Kitchen & Dining > Cookware & Bakeware > Cookware > Casserole Dishes
Color
Size
Specifications
Unique cast-iron casserole from the Surface Collection by Sergio Herman, combining contemporary elegance with rugged design.
Cast iron construction, lid included, two handles for safe grip, compatible with all cooktops including induction, oven safe up to 425°F (220°C), hand wash only, designed by Sergio Herman.
- Material
- Cast iron
- Style
- contemporary
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Dimensions
- 11.5x9x3.25 in
- Category
- Home & Garden > Kitchen & Dining > Cookware & Bakeware > Cookware > Casserole Dishes
Additional Attributes
- cast iron
- lid included
- two handles for safe grip
- compatible with all cooktops including induction
- oven safe up to 425°F (220°C)
- hand wash only
- designed by Sergio Herman
- hand-finished irregularities
- contemporary design
- rugged design
Product Insights
Designed by three-Michelin-star chef Sergio Herman, the Serax Surface Medium Cast-Iron Casserole embodies a wabi-sabi philosophy where intentional hand-finished irregularities make each piece unique. Inspired by childhood pasta and the Zeeland landscape, its matte earth tones and condensation-recycling lid enable self-basting braising, while the wide shallow base sears without crowding and shallow sides allow tossing for stir-fries. Weighing 5.75 kg for superior heat retention, this induction-compatible, enameled cast iron works seamlessly from stovetop searing to oven roasting and baking, delivering professional-grade one-pot cooking with a distinctive, authentic character.
Verified claims
- Design pedigree
- Three-Michelin-star chef Sergio Herman created it for professional kitchens.
- Wabi-sabi finish
- Wabi-sabi hand-finishing makes each piece unique.
- Inspiration story
- Inspired by childhood pasta dishes and the Zeeland landscape.
- Performance
- Cast iron for heat retention, condensation lid for braising.
- Browning
- Wide shallow base sears without crowding and enhances caramelization.
- Stir-frying
- Shallow sides allow tossing and flipping during stir-frying.
- One-pot cooking
- One pan for stovetop searing, oven roasting, and baking.
- Steaming
- Lid condenses steam to self-baste vegetables without stacking.
- Imperfections
- Surface irregularities are intentional marks of authenticity.
- Design inspiration
- Design draws from Herman's Michelin-star career, mother's pasta dish, and Zeeland's colors.
- Condensation lid
- Lid recirculates condensation to baste food without opening the pot.
- Design origin
- Chef-designed cast iron with hand-finished irregularities, celebrating wabi-sabi.
- Compatibility
- Induction-compatible with easy-care enameled interior.
- Weight
- 5.75 kg—noticeably heavier than comparable cast-iron, delivering superior heat retention.
- Color
- Matte black, khaki, and sage — muted earth tones inspired by Zeeland's landscape and North Sea.
- Design philosophy
- Hand-finished with intentional minor irregularities — no two pieces are identical.
- Chef-designed
- Chef Sergio Herman designed the casserole, choosing cast iron for heat retention.
- Collection design
- Part of Serax’s Surface collection — coordinates with matching tableware and objects.
- Design platform
- Designed by chef Sergio Herman as part of Serax's holistic Surface collection.
- Functionality
- Professional-grade heat retention with a condensation-recycling lid.
- One-pot workflow
- Sear on stovetop, braise in oven, and serve from the same casserole.
- Self-basting lid
- Lid design recirculates steam to automatically baste food in the oven.
- Baking
- Bakes focaccia, cinnamon rolls, and deep-dish pizza with a golden crust.
- Braising
- Sears and braises with a self-basting lid and oven-to-table versatility.
Product record
- Title
- Surface Medium Cast-Iron Casserole
- Brand
- Serax
- Price
- 320 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
Shallow round cast-iron casserole with two short flat rectangular side handles and a separate flat round lid with a low circular knob; exterior painted matte olive-green and interior coated in glossy black enamel.
- Overall shapeShallow circular casserole pan with low straight vertical walls and a flat base, shown with lid removed and placed beside the pan.
- HandlesTwo short, flat, rectangular side handles integrated into the pan rim, painted the same olive-green as the exterior.
2 regions
x 0.02 · y 0.62 · w 0.22 · h 0.11 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.58 · w 0.23 · h 0.12 (high) - Exterior finishMatte textured olive-green coating on the pan body and lid exterior.
2 regions
x 0.05 · y 0.56 · w 0.70 · h 0.25 (medium); x 0.48 · y 0.60 · w 0.45 · h 0.35 (medium) - Interior finishGlossy black enamel interior visible inside the pan, reflecting light.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.52 · w 0.40 · h 0.18 (high) - Lid designFlat round lid with a low circular knob in the center, painted the same olive-green matte finish as the pan exterior.
2 regions
x 0.48 · y 0.60 · w 0.45 · h 0.35 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.68 · w 0.12 · h 0.09 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a plain white background with soft shadows; image shows a slightly elevated front-right angle of the pan and lid, with even diffuse lighting and minimal reflections.
- Shot compositionProduct centered in the lower half of the frame, photographed from a slightly elevated front-right viewpoint so the interior and lid top are visible.
- Background and surfaceUniform white background and white surface with soft cast shadows beneath the pan and lid.
- Lighting and reflectionsEven diffuse studio lighting producing soft shadows and a clear highlight on the glossy black interior; minimal specular reflection on matte exterior.
Colors
muted olive green· exterior (body and lid)#8E927Cgloss black· interior#141313- 02

Product
Low, wide round cast-iron casserole with a flat circular lid, low cylindrical central knob, and two flat rectangular side handles. Matte uniform olive-green finish visible across lid, knob, handles and body.
- Overall shapeLow-profile circular casserole with shallow vertical side walls and a flat lid that sits flush over the rim.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.54 · w 0.84 · h 0.30 (high) - Lid designFlat, circular lid with a slightly raised outer edge that sits on the pot rim.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.48 · w 0.56 · h 0.12 (high) - Lid knobLow cylindrical knob centered on the lid with a flat top and a short cylindrical base.
1 region
x 0.47 · y 0.44 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high) - HandlesTwo flat, rectangular side handles that extend horizontally from opposite sides and are nearly flush with the lid plane.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.58 · w 0.14 · h 0.08 (high); x 0.80 · y 0.58 · w 0.14 · h 0.08 (high) - Body finishMatte, slightly textured paint or coating covering body, matching lid and handles with no visible gloss highlights.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.60 · w 0.64 · h 0.18 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a white background with soft shadow beneath the casserole; image is centered and taken from a low, slightly elevated frontal angle.
- Background and supportPlain white seamless background and flat white surface; soft shadow visible directly under the pot.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Shot compositionProduct centered horizontally and placed in the lower half of the frame with substantial empty space above.
- LightingEven diffuse lighting with minimal specular highlights and a soft shadow cast below and slightly outward from the pot.
- Image qualitySharp, high-resolution product detail with no visible noise or motion blur.
Colors
matte olive green· lid and body#92957C- Overall shapeLow-profile circular casserole with shallow vertical side walls and a flat lid that sits flush over the rim.
- 03

Product
Two olive-green cast-iron casseroles with fitted lids are shown: a low, wide oval casserole in front and a taller round casserole behind; both have flat rectangular side handles and low cylindrical lid knobs, with a matte textured finish.
- Overall compositionTwo lidded cast-iron casseroles placed on a flat surface: a low, wide oval casserole in the foreground and a taller, deeper round casserole behind it, partially occluded by the front piece.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.48 · w 0.88 · h 0.36 (high) - Shape and proportions - front casseroleForeground casserole is low and oval with gently rounded vertical walls and a flat lid that aligns nearly flush with the rim; profile is shallow and wide.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.57 · w 0.62 · h 0.25 (high) - Shape and proportions - rear casseroleBackground casserole is taller and appears more cylindrical/round in profile with higher vertical walls and a similarly flat lid.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.48 · w 0.52 · h 0.28 (high) - HandlesBoth casseroles have short, flat, rectangular side handles that extend horizontally from the rim; handles are integral in shape and share the same finish and color as the body.
3 regions
x 0.03 · y 0.57 · w 0.14 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.83 · y 0.59 · w 0.12 · h 0.09 (high); x 0.22 · y 0.52 · w 0.12 · h 0.08 (high) - Lid knobsEach lid has a low cylindrical knob with a flat top; knobs are centered on the lids and match the pot color and finish.
2 regions
x 0.53 · y 0.53 · w 0.16 · h 0.08 (high); x 0.35 · y 0.48 · w 0.10 · h 0.06 (high) - Surface finishMatte, slightly pebbled cast-iron texture visible on body and lids, with uniform coating and no high-gloss reflection.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.50 · w 0.60 · h 0.30 (medium) - Edge detailLid rims show a thin darker inner edge where the lid meets the pot, creating a narrow visible seam around each lid.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.52 · w 0.58 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a clean light background with soft frontal lighting; visible soft shadows anchor the objects to the surface and there is no visible text or packaging.
- Background and stagingNeutral off-white background with no props; products sit on a matching light surface producing soft shadows below and to the left.
- Shot compositionLow-angle three-quarter view slightly above the pots, front casserole centered and occupying foreground, rear casserole positioned left-rear creating depth.
- Lighting and shadowSoft, diffused lighting with gentle shadows cast primarily to the left and slightly forward; highlights are minimal due to matte finish.
- Image qualitySharp focus on both casseroles with clear edge definition; no legible printed text visible anywhere in the image.
Colors
muted olive green· body and lid#848B74- Overall compositionTwo lidded cast-iron casseroles placed on a flat surface: a low, wide oval casserole in the foreground and a taller, deeper round casserole behind it, partially occluded by the front piece.