This specialty STAUB shape is designed for expertly cooking whole fish and filets on the stovetop or in the oven. Cast iron possesses exceptional heatretaining qualities, so the pan heats evenly throughout. With a heavy weight, tightfitting lid that retains moisture and tiny spikes on the lid interior that create a rainforest effect evenly returning juices back onto food, you can expect moist, perfectly cooked fish every time you use this pan.Rooted in French culinary heritage, STAUB cookware is beloved by professional and home chefs for its exquisite craftsmanship, exceptional performance, and timeless beauty. Each STAUB specialty shape effortlessly and elegantly transitions from the oven to the table you can cook and serve in the same dish. These heirloom pieces can be lovingly passed from generation to generation.