Among the various items of kitchen utensilsthere are those without which it is impossible to imagine the preparation of so many dishes. This is, of course, about the pan. A good housewife never perceives her as a banal frying device. And if it is also a non-stick frying pan, then in the hands of the master it becomes a muse, prompting to create real masterpieces.
Housewives dream
For centuries, women have dreamed of havingthe kitchen has such pans, to which nothing would stick or stick. With the development of science and modern industry, these secret desires have come true. Now there is a non-stick frying pan in almost every home.
It can be purchased at any store. And not just buy, but even choose. This is a very important factor when you consider that all pans can vary among themselves in several ways:
- manufacturing material
- type of coverage
- size
- exterior design.
As the material is usually usedaluminum, cast iron or stainless steel. Judging by thermal conductivity, the first option, of course, is more profitable than the others. It surpasses in this indicator: steel 13 times, cast iron 4 times. For electric stoves such a comparison speaks volumes. A good housewife always remembers saving. In addition, each non-stick pan is made according to a certain technology, which also has its disadvantages and advantages.
Coating options
As practice shows, cast iron frying pansnon-stick coatings are rarely applied. Yes, it is not necessary. The material itself initially has a similar property. Most often for this purpose they use dishes made of aluminum and its alloys. Probably the main role in this choice is played by the weight of the product, because a light non-stick frying pan is more convenient to use. And the coating can be very different:
1) Teflon.It is based on a chemical compound called polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE), which was discovered by chemists in 1938. The material is resistant to high temperatures and various corrosive media (alkalis, acids). However, it has two significant drawbacks. First, Teflon does not tolerate contact with metal. All spoons and coils should be made of plastic only. Secondly, it negatively relates to rapid temperature changes.
2) Керамическое. Достойный продукт 21 века.The special properties of such a coating make it possible to preserve the vitamin-mineral complex of the products used. But just like Teflon, it is afraid of a sudden change in temperature.
3) Титановое.Increased strength allows you to reliably protect the product and use when frying cutlery from any material. In addition, due to the good heat conductivity, all dishes are cooked much faster.
But the choice is always made by the buyer and he decides what is best.
Famous Brand
Среди многочисленных производителей посуды и Kitchen utensils stand out in particular the French company Tefal. She was the first in the world who began to produce aluminum pans with a special coating applied on them, which prevented the burning of food. Founded in 1956, the company is still considered to be the leader in the global market among manufacturers of not only dishes, but also household appliances. Over the years, the non-stick pan Tefal has undergone many changes.
Technologists of the company are constantly working on the development of new types of internal coatings. To date, the most popular of them are:
1) Resist. This is a four-layer film deposited on the inner surface of an aluminum container. Dishes with such a coating can last at least two years.
2) "Expert". This option is much stronger due to the additional fifth layer. Food on such pans can be prepared even with the use of metal appliances.
The company's products are constantly updated with new ones.specimens. Each of them has in its design interesting features. For example, “Premier” is a regular frying pan with a “Resist” coating, which is supplemented with a device called “Thermo-Spot”. It allows you to control the heating level to determine the start time of cooking. The next development of the company is Tefal Logics. It uses the type of coating “Expert” and the novelty of the season - the unique bottom of “Durabase Technology”, which ensures uniform heating throughout the perimeter. The latest invention is the Cooklight frying pan. It is a copy of the previous model, supplemented by a removable handle. This technique allows the use of dishes for cooking in the oven.
Dishes for special frying
Given the different ways of cooking, manufacturing companies began to produce new products. This is a non-stick grill pan.
It largely repeats its predecessors, but has a number of design features.
1) It has an unusual inner surface.It has embossed protrusions arranged parallel to each other in several rows. As a result, the contact area of the pan with food decreases. This allows cooking at maximum heat without the formation of a dense crust. On the surface of a roasted piece of meat, for example, remains a pattern imitating a grid.
2) Such pans have a special groove on the side to drain accumulated moisture or fat. Sometimes there are even two of them. This allows you to remove liquid from the right side.
3) Some models have an extra handle. Sometimes for safety, it is covered with heat-resistant material.
Cookware of this type can be of different shapes (round, square). It does not matter in principle, but some like non-standard options.
Additional equipment
Special approval of customers enjoys a frying pan with a lid. The non-stick film prevents the products from sticking to the bottom, and the transparent dome on top allows you to control the progress of the cooking process.
This kit can be considered particularly successful. Using the lid provides many advantages:
1) It prevents splashing of boiling fat. This allows you to keep the kitchen clean and protect yourself from possible burns.
2) The dish is better baked from the inside.
3) In a closed space, the process goes much faster. This makes it possible to save electricity or gas in the case of meters. Here is the direct savings for your own wallet.
4) The finished product turns out more succulent due to the fact that the cover prevents the removal of moisture in the form of released steam.
Such kits are good to use in thoseIf you need to fry the product slightly first, then stew it a little. Many companies have mastered the production of such models. For example, the same "Tefal" has released a sample of "Provence" with a particularly strong Durabase bottom, Thermo-Spot indicator and the newest wear-resistant coating "Resist Plus". The model immediately fell in love and began to buy up well in stores.
Competent opinion
Nobody standing on the stove will be surprised nownon-stick frying pan. Guest housewives say that the product is really popular and is needed by the consumer. The fact is that there is no eternal tableware. Sooner or later, each of them fails and requires replacement. Therefore, it is necessary to know well all the positive aspects of the product in order to have a clear idea of the upcoming purchase.
In these unique items of kitchen utensils everything is taken into account:
1) Different materials allow you to select the desiredmodel. For example, on the hob is better not to use models of cast iron. For this there are lightweight aluminum versions. But it must be remembered that the bottom must necessarily be covered with special enamel to protect it from contact with glass ceramics.
2) They allow cooking without fat. True, the product at the same time loses its taste. In addition, this method causes damage to the pan itself. Therefore, a little oil should still be.
3) Sometimes there are questions about pens.Best of all, if it is made of metal and coated with heat-resistant material. And fastening with screws and soldering is not entirely reliable. Therefore, it is better to choose a removable option.
All buyers unanimously say that such a frying pan is a real find. This is not worth even doubt.
