Ikenaga Cast Iron Taiyaki Fish-Shaped Waffle Iron

Product Information

• Brand:Ikenaga
• Material:Cast iron, Handle: Natural wood
• Product type:Taiyaki Waffle Irons
• Country of origin:China
• Dimensions (approx):335 x 165 x 80 mm, Size of each Taiyaki waffle: 110 x 65 mm
• Item weight (approx):1600 g
• Shipping weight (approx):2100 g

Key Features

• This can make authentic Taiyaki waffles that is crispy outside and moist inside at home.

Before First Use

Apply oil sufficiently before first use. The oil goes into uneven surface of cast iron and forms a thin layer. As you oil the iron well, it will be less likely to get burnt or rusty.

1. Wash it well and remove any dirt on the surface.
2. Warm it up over low to middle heat to evaporate water after washing.
3. Apply a thin layer of oil and stir-fry some vegetable scraps so that the oil coats the entire surface.
4. After a few minutes, turn off the heat and take vegetables out.
5. After the iron cools down, wash it with scourer or brush in water. Then it’s ready to use!

Use & Care

• Only for gas cooktop. Not compatible with induction heating (IH).
• Cast iron products will be coated with oil over time and be less likely to get burnt or rusty. When it’s still brand new, applying oil well before each use can prevent food sticking.
• After each use, wash it with with scourer or brush in hot water with no detergent. Washing with detergent will wash off the oil accumlated and make the iron more likely to burnt or rusty.
• After washing, heat it up to evaporate water and cool it down. If applied a thin layer of oil before storage, it will be less get rusty.
• As cast iron products are very heavy, be careful for use. Fall or rapid cooling may cause crack or breakage.
• As the body and handle get extremely hot during use, do not touch with bare hands.
• If the food is left in cast iron products for a while, it may cause chemical reaction due to tannin contained. Although it is harmless to human body, take the food out right after cooking.

Background

Ikenaga Iron Works Co.,Ltd. was founded in Osaka, Japan in 1937. The company’s line of business includes the manufacturing of steel castings including alloy, bushings, and rolling mill rolls.