Are you about to buy a new pan set but not
sure where to begin? Are there a hundred different dishes you would like to try,
but you’re not quite sure which pan to do it in?
Here is a comprehensive list of pans every kitchen
needs, and what they’re used for:
1. Saucepan
Considered a staple in any pan set, saucepans are
deep cooking pans, often accompanied by lids and used to cook foods with a high
liquid content. Saucepans come in a
variety of sizes and materials, including stainless steel and aluminium, and
can come with one or two handles, depending on their size, for ease of use.
Smaller, low-sided saucepans, also known as
‘milk pans’ are best for reducing sauces. Large pans are great for family-sized
dishes, boiling and poaching techniques. Typical saucepan sizes range from 14cm
in diameter to 28cm.
When purchasing your saucepans, consider
the weight, handle material and pouring features.
2. Frying Pan
The frying pan is a shallow pan with a long
handle, used for cooking foods in hot fat or oil. These pans can be used for a wide
range of tasks, from frying eggs to searing meat, and come in a variety of
sizes and materials, similar to the saucepan.
3. Griddle/ Skillet
The griddle is considered a healthier alternative
to the frying
pan. It is typically made from cast iron with a ridged, interior base
ideal for searing meat and vegetables. This versatile piece of cookware can be
used indoors on the hob or outside on the BBQ.
It is recommended that you oil the interior
surface of your griddle pan before and after use to keep it at tits best and to
only use hot water without detergent to clean it.
Griddles also come in stainless steel,
aluminium and enamel.Great for steak, chops, and fish, griddles make a great
addition to any pan set.
