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Modern copper pans—including ours—tend to be lined with stainless steel, which makes for a more durable pan than the more traditional (but much higher-maintenance) tin-lined copper pans.

    For those looking for more convenience, a cast iron skillet with a removable handle is a great option.  The removable handle takes up less space and makes it easier to store the frying pan.  Cast iron skillet also allows the frying pan to be used in the oven as the handle can be removed to withstand higher temperatures.  This feature increases the versatility of the frying pan, making it suitable for a wider range of cooking techniques.

Not all pans are the same, however, and sometimes how your food turns out depends on what type of pan you use. Read on to see some of the most common types of frying pans and what they're used for.

Harmful Teflon coating: Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), which was considered cancerous, has not been a part of teflon production since 2013. Nevertheless, if heated at high temperatures for a long time, the uppermost layer of non-stick pans still releases toxic fumes. This is why chefs are reluctant to use non-stick pans.

No, most professional chefs do not use non-stick cookware, especially non-stick fry pans. Before knowing why, let’s understand what non-stick cookware is. Non-stick cookware refers to utensils with surfaces from which the food simply slides off.

Typically, a layer of Teflon makes up the non-stick surface of a non-stick fry pan.

Restaurants don’t have non-stick pans as they do not match the basic demands of a busy kitchen. For a chef who has to send a dish out every two minutes, non-stick cookware is not a viable option as it wouldn’t last longer than a week. 

Non- stick pans are light in weight and heat up very fast. They work best under low heat and should never be subjected to high temperatures. They also get scratched by metallic utensils, so always use plastic or silicone cooking spoons with them.

A frying pan sports a shallow broad metal pan with sloping sides and does not have a lid but has an open design for better thermal distribution during cooking.

Related: Stainless Steel VS Copper Cookware

 On the other hand, if you need a large enameled pot to cater to larger groups or to cook more food, there are many options to choose from.  The large enamel pot is perfect for making stews, casseroles, and one-pot meals for the whole family.  They're also great for boiling pasta, making stock, or preparing large batches of soup.

You cannot use metal utensils on aluminum pans. Since aluminum is a soft metal, using metal utensils on an uncoated aluminum surface can damage its surface. You can use metal utensils, except for sharp kitchen knives, on hard-anodized aluminum pans. The anodization process adds a thick layer to the aluminum, which increases its durability and scratch resistance.

Sizzling plates can be purchased from a variety of retailers, including kitchenware stores, department stores, and online marketplaces. Specialty cookware shops often carry a wide selection of sizzling plates in different materials and sizes. Online platforms such as Amazon, eBay, and kitchenware websites offer a convenient way to browse and purchase sizzling plates from the comfort of your home.

They heat up slowly: Working in a busy kitchen, chefs are on the constant lookout for fry pans and other cookware that can heat up quickly. Sadly, non-stick frying pans disappoint here by exhibiting slow heat transfer due to the Teflon coating. Whereas, the stainless steel pans from The Indus Valley’s latest Tri-ply Stainless Steel cookware range heat up evenly in no time.

    After cooking, it's crucial to properly clean and maintain your cast iron skillet.  While some people may be tempted to use soap and water, it's best to avoid harsh detergents as they can wash away sauce from the cast iron grill pan.  Instead, use a brush or sponge to gently scrub the pot with warm water.  After cleaning, dry the cast iron grill pan thoroughly and apply a light coat of oil to prevent rust.

Skillets have less cooking area which may be a drawback, depending on what you're cooking. That said, skillets have the advantage of making it easy to toss or shake ingredients so that they cook evenly, thanks to the pans’ slanted sides. (You know, the professional chef move, when instead of using a wooden spoon to stir or mix the ingredients, with a quick jerk of the wrist, the ingredients are tossed and quickly caught back in the pan.) Skillets are great pans for sauteing foods and stir-frys because of how easy the pan is to move with agility.