Frying pan How to know if it is suitableyour chosen pan for use in an oven or on an induction hob? Learn to “read the footprints” on the packaging or on the bottom of the pan. A self-respecting manufacturer will definitely indicate the material from which it is made, as well as the scope of its possible application. Of course, nowadays there are hardly any dishes that cannot be put in the refrigerator. But with induction hobs, many aluminum pans have a "misunderstanding". Since aluminum is not magnetized, the burner will not work. To solve this problem, manufacturers equip the bottom of aluminum cookware with an additional layer of steel. Therefore, if you have, choose a pan that says it is suitable for this type of burner. For use in ovens (where strong heating is expected), not all pans are also suitable - as a rule, only those that are made entirely of metal.
Why many manufacturers try to producefrying pans with a perfectly flat bottom, so that it does not change shape even with strong heating? This is done in order to avoid unnecessary energy consumption in the operation of cooking panels with electric burners (gas burners "do not care" what form the bottom of a frying pan or pan). The gap between the bottom and the burner should be minimal. Even if it is only 1 mm, the efficiency of heat transfer is reduced by almost 25%! This means that electricity consumption increases and cooking time increases. So you should not save on high-quality utensils. The pan, which has a square, rather than a rounded shape of the working surface, can be very convenient to use. This is well demonstrated by the Vinzer model. Nevertheless, square (and generally not round in the plan) pans are an exception to the rule. Why? The main drawback of polygonal dishes is manifested when it is hand-washed. Smooth movements to clean the round pan is much easier than the dishes of any other shape. The main disadvantage of conventional dishes is that in the process of heating the material from which it is made expands, and the bottom, even in the “cold” state, is slightly arched. This deformation leads to the fact that food begins to burn, oil accumulates at one point, the water evaporates unevenly. The cookware loses constant contact with the hotplate, and, as a result, energy overruns. Manufacturers eliminate these disadvantages by using a multi-layer bottom, which evenly distributes heat and does not deform when heated. The convenience of the pan design is largely determined by such seemingly minor details as, for example, the shape of the handle or the presence of bending of the edge of the rim. Some models have no bend (edge sharp). This form is not the most successful, because when you try, for example, to drain the sauce, a portion of the liquid will certainly flow along the outer surface of the pan. How do we fry?
The most common steel or cast ironpans, as well as steel with Teflon coating. Teflon is a chemically inert high molecular polymer with a melting point of +325 ° C. For the consumer, the polymer coating is attractive because the products do not stick to it during the cooking process, it is easy to wash it. The main disadvantage of Teflon is its low resistance to abrasion. Teflon dishes should not be treated with cleaning agents containing abrasive particles. You can also not use iron blades with sharp edges, you can not cut the meat lying in a pan, etc. The coating will be damaged if you regularly sprinkle hot pan with cold water, without waiting for the dishes to cool. It is also possible to damage the coating in case of excessive heating, for example, in an oven. Therefore, professional cooks usually use cast-iron dishes, which are not afraid of scratches and high temperatures. RDA-109 frying pan (Rondell, Germany) 900 rub. Description. Quantum non-stick pan. Diameter - 240 mm. Body material - aluminum, covered with silicone polyester. The bottom material is aluminum. Wall thickness - 2.5 mm. The color of the body is bright red. Compact and lightweight pan with ergonomic handle. Of the design features, we can note the scratch-resistant internal non-stick coating based on titanium. Comments of the expert. This pan due to its low weight, polymer coating and convenient handle is extremely convenient to use, and it is also easy to clean. I think it will be very appropriate in household use, especially for everyday universal use. We cooked vegetable side dishes on it - zucchini, beans, peas. 
Smooth non-stick coating ensures easy pan washing
Crab cakes cooked with Rondell pan
The bakelite handle is suppliedwith an eye Grill pan 69415 (Vinzer, Switzerland) 1200 rub. Description. Grill pan 240 × 260 mm, with a handle. Body material - stainless steel. Bottom material - aluminum, aluminum anti-deformation disk, non-stick coating Teflon Platinum. Color - black. From the wording. The only frying pan in our study, the working surface of which has the shape of a square with smooth corners. The model is highly specialized, designed for frying. This is evidenced by the texture of the working surface - not smooth, but ribbed, like a grill grate. It is a pleasure to fry meat in such a pan, but it is not suitable for pancakes. Non-stick coating greatly simplifies the cleaning process. And a special aluminum disk protects the case from temperature distortions. Specialist comments. This model is good because it allows you to fry meat without oil, it turns out like on a grill. Similarly, a variety of vegetables can be prepared without oil. I would like to recommend this pan to both grill lovers and diet food lovers. And the meat and vegetables on it turned out very successful.
Frying pan Privilege (Tefal, France) 1150 rub.Description. Frying pan with a diameter of 240 mm. Body material - enameled aluminum. Bottom material - aluminum, stainless steel, non-stick anthracite gray. Color - black. From the wording. Universal pan from the designer Privilege series. Differs from the previous series of models with a new, more scratch-resistant non-stick coating Prometal. Another advantage of the product is an improved indicator of heating the bottom of the Thermospot, which has a large diameter. The steel disc integrated into the bottom ensures fast heat distribution and high body resistance to deformation. The pan can be used with any type of burner, including induction. Comments of the expert. Thermospot is truly a handy innovation, especially for cases where bottom temperature control is required. So this frying pan - light, snug - just perfect for making pancakes. It was pancakes that we baked on it. And washing the Teflon coating is very easy.
Frying pan 28 PR, a series of "Titan" ("Neva-MetalTableware ", Russia) 1320 rub. Description. A cast pan with a diameter of 280 mm with a removable handle and a polymer-ceramic non-stick coating. Bottom thickness - 6 mm. Body material - cast aluminum. Black colour.
From the editors. This is a very solid pan with a diameter of 280 mm. The special features of the design include the proprietary development of the Neva-Metal Tableware plant - a non-stick coating of increased strength. It is thick (100 microns versus 20–40 microns from other manufacturers), four-layer and wear-resistant due to the use of a composite polymer-ceramic material. Another important advantage of the model is a removable handle. Now owners of dishwashers and small-sized refrigerators will not have to wrestle with where to find free space for the pan. Comments of the expert. Finally, Russian manufacturers have developed a pan with a removable handle! This product can easily fit in a dishwasher. The pan is roomy, suitable for cooking large portions. We used it to fry potatoes in a country style. It is also quite suitable for roasting meat in an oven and preparing dishes with a large amount of sauce. Gourmet pan (VSMPO-Cookware) 1450 rub. Description. Deep frying pan (stew-pan) with a diameter of 280 mm, with a lid. Body material - stainless steel. It has a triple bottom: stainless steel – aluminum – stainless steel. Color - white. From the wording. Large and roomy pan from the series "Gourmet Pro." Thanks to an improved design, the bottom heats up quickly and evenly transfers heat over its entire surface. Case material - food stainless steel - provides a pan durability and durability. The ware is not afraid of strong heating, it can be used in an oven. Comments of the expert. Very comfortable pan-pan, deep and spacious. Due to the presence of a thick bottom is ideal for dishes with a lot of sauce. We have successfully used this pan for stewing vegetables.
Orion frying pan, art. 1103624 (BergHOFF, Belgium) 2700 rub. Description. Deep frying pan (saucepan) with a diameter of 240 mm with a handle and a lid. Capacity - 2.7 liters. Case and cover material - stainless steel. The bottom material is a six-layer composite “cake” made of stainless steel, aluminum and copper. Color - stainless steel. From the editors. Pan Orion looks impressive and at the same time elegant (designer - Ira Make). It has several innovations. First, the bottom (development BergHOFF). It is a multi-layer structure in which the outer layers of steel provide strength and wear resistance, and the inner, aluminum, is responsible for the distribution of heat (the bottom expands evenly). Secondly, a lid with a thermal sensor. Thirdly, the convenient handle supplied with an insert from corrugated heat-resistant rubber. The pan is rather heavy (this is, perhaps, its main drawback), but it is equipped with an additional handle, thanks to which it is easier to hold it in weight. Specialist comments. I already faced a similar frying pan. It can be cooked without oil, without the addition of water and fat. We used it for frying meat. The pan allows you to close the product lid and do not open the dish until its final preparation. This is very important, as it allows not to disturb the processing mode of dietary dishes.
Frying pan Steelux Premium (Fissler, Germany) 3300Rub. Description. Frying pan with a diameter of 240 mm. Capacity - 2 liters. Body material - stainless steel. Bottom material - Cookstar multilayer energy saving coating. Color - stainless steel. From the editors. Compact, but rather massive pan with a comfortable handle. The characteristic features of the model include a corrugated surface for roasting Novogrill, which optimally distributes fat and allows you to achieve the effect of the grill. The material of the bottom allows you to use the pan on the plates of all types, including induction. A measuring scale is applied on the inner surface of the wall, which simplifies the dosage of products. Specialist comments. Very reliable and convenient frying pan. Due to the thick bottom with a grooved surface, it is ideal for frying. We grilled chicken skewers on it.
Summing up According to the testing resultspans can be divided into three groups. The first is frying pans (Steelux Premium models from Fissler, 69415 from Vinzer). The second is deep frying pans-stewpots (the “Gourmet” model from “VSMPO-Tableware”). The third is universal frying pans with Teflon coating (Privilege models from Tefal, RDA-109 from Rondell). The 28 PR (“Neva-Metal Tableware”) and Orion (BergHOFF) stand apart. 28 OL can be attributed to the second and the third type. Orion frying pan can also be used as a saucepan, and as a grill. Assessing the convenience of the design and the results of cooking, the expert identified three of the most successful, in his view, models. These are frying pans 28 PR (Neva-Metal Tableware), Orion (BergHOFF) and 69415 (Vinzer).
