Frying Pan

A frying pan or skillet is a shallow cooking vessel used for stove top use. It can be used fry, sear or sautè food. There are a variety of different types of frying pans on the market. They can be made from many different metals and come in a variety of shapes, styles and colors. There are also several different types of handles to choose from.

When buying a frying pan, consider the material that it is made from. Stainless steel can be a great material for cooking surfaces but it lacks the heat conductivity of copper and aluminum. It is a good idea to look at the base of a stainless steel pan to see if there is a disk of copper or aluminum as these metals are better heat conductors.

A common material used in modern frying pans is nonstick Teflon which allows for frying with little to no oil and easy clean up. With these pans, be sure to use only wooden or plastic utensils as metal ones will damage the nonstick surface. If the Teflon coating gets damaged, it may potentially cause heath risks.http://www.naturalnews.com/001809_Teflon_non-stick_cookware.html

Consider pans with handles that are of a different material such as stainless steel as these will not conduct heat as well and remain cooler than the pan. Plastic handles do not last as long as metal. Also look for riveted on handles as these are the most durable handles. When buying a pan with a cover be sure that the cover fits snuggly.