Believe it or not, the only difference between a skillet and a Frying Pan is in the name. Pan is a general term used to refer to a variety of different cooking vessels. A frying pan (made distinct by the adjective frying) is a shallow cooking vessel with sloped sides that can be used for frying food. 

In this article, we'll explore the different types of frying pans and the materials they are made from, as well as their uses, benefits, and drawbacks.

You cannot use metal utensils on non-stick pans as this will chip and scratch the chemical non-stick coating that can then flake into your food. If they become chipped or scratched, they will need to be discarded immediately and replaced. Instead of metal utensils, opt for wooden or silicone utensils when using a non-stick pan.

Fried food tastes great, but it tastes even better when cooked with the right kind of frying pan. Build up your collection slowly so you can really start enjoying your food, click here to see our collection of frying pans!

Non-stick fry pans are a preferred choice when cooking on low heat as the external coating suffers damage when exposed to excessive heat. You could use non-stick pans for more delicate meals like crepes, eggs, pancakes and more. However, non-stick cookware cannot produce the searing effect, which means it excludes many of the more popular recipes.

Stainless steel cookware, being the workhorse of your kitchen, can be used for making pretty much anything, including steaks, pork, chicken, and braises.

A multi-ply frying pan with an aluminium core is recommended for the best results when cooking at high temperatures.

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If you still can’t seem to pick, however, we’d suggest our Multi-Material Frying Pan Set. This three-piece collection includes a Stainless Clad, a Non Stick, and a Carbon Steel Frying Pan, so you’ll have all of your bases covered—with room to grow.

    When grilling with a cast iron griddle plate it's important to preheat the griddle onto the grill before adding food.  This keeps the pan hot enough to create nice grill marks and caramelization.  Make sure to brush the baking sheet with a light layer of oil to prevent sticking and aid in the baking process.  Once the cast iron griddle plate is hot, place the food on a baking sheet and let it cook to perfection.

    When choosing a Dutch oven for outdoor cooking, it's important to consider the type of cooking you'll be doing and the specific features that will best suit your needs.  Whether you choose a round cast iron Dutch oven, a camping Dutch oven, or an outdoor cast iron Dutch oven, you can be sure that you are purchasing versatile and reliable cookware that will enhance your outdoor cooking experience.  So the next time you’re out camping or on an outdoor adventure, consider bringing along a Dutch oven to up your outdoor cooking game.