Tuesday, August 31, 2010

Keilen China Village Nonstick Carbon-Steel 8-Inch Stir-Fry Pan





Product By Columbian Home Products(2 customers reviews)
Lowest Price : $11.00
Product Description
Stir Frying lets you cook meats, fish, vegetables and poultry over high heat, using small amounts of cooking oil. As a result, it is a healthier way to eat and you can prepare a whole meal in no time. Vegetables stay crisp and crunchy and meats, poultry and seafood are tender and juicy. Xylan Nonstick Coating for healthy low fat cooking. Flat bottom for all range types including induction. 8-inch diameter.

Amazon.com Review

Whip up an exotic Asian meal for two or a colorful veggie side dish with this handy 8-inch stir-fry pan. A member of Keilen's China Village series, the heavyweight vessel is made of black carbon steel for quick, even heating and superior temperature retention. The high bowl shape maximizes space to give all food equal surface time, so chefs have optimal control to perfectly soften garlic and thoroughly cook meat. For easy food release and cleanup, the pan also features a durable Xylan nonstick coating. The flat-bottomed pan sits securely on any range, including induction styles, and offers a stay-cool riveted stick handle for a cool, comfortable grip. A metal end ring allows for hanging on a pot rack nearby-a nice convenience since this pan is likely to stay in high rotation. --Kara Karll

Technical Details
  • 8-inch stir-fry pan for healthy Asian-style cooking
  • Heavyweight black carbon steel for quick, even heating and superior heat retention
  • Durable Xylan nonstick coating provides easy food release and cleanup
  • Heat-resistant riveted stick handle with hanging ring
  • High bowl shape maximizes cooking area; flat bottom suits all range types
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Customer Reviews

"Delightful!" 2010-02-10
By Allen D. Glenn (TX)
It works and is easily cleaned due to a special non-stick coating both on the inside and outside.
  
"good stuff...for one person" 2009-05-24
By Hans_ (The Colony, TX United States)
I wanted to eat healthier and thought of stir-fry. I'm a student, limited space and this is perfect for individual meals. Teflon is holding up well, no complaints so far.

Tuesday, August 24, 2010

Le Creuset 3-Ply Stainless-Steel 9-1/2-Inch Nonstick Fry Pan




Product By Le Creuset(2 customers reviews)
Lowest Price : $90.00

Product Description
 
Le Creuset Stainless Steel features 3 Ply construction: Steel/Aluminum/Steel for even, all-around heat distribution with no hot spots. 18/10 exterior make it ideal for all cookware surfaces including induction.

Technical Details
  • Precision pour rim to prevent spills
  • Brushed stainless exterior is easy to clean and resists fingerprints
  • Dishwasher Safe
  • Nonstick interior
  • Riveted Handles for added strength
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Customer Reviews

"Really nice - heavy - sturdy - and nonstick surface seems more durable" 2010-02-28
By Goldengate (San Francisco, where else?)
I'm not all that crazy about nonstick pans as I've heard there can be some ill health effects from the chemicals used in the nonstick surfaces. However, they are extremely convenient, and I also read that the chemicals are being phased out. This pan is advertised by Le Creuset as having a "forged hard-anodized non stick surface" and the surface seems much "tougher" than the old Teflon skillet we had before... less susceptible to scratches and seems much more durable. The pan itself is quite heavy, substantial and distributes heat well. The non stick surface works well, releasing food with no issues without any need for oil or sprays. Overall, I'm very pleased with this purchase and can recommend this pan.
  
"an excellent and essential cooking item" 2008-09-14
By traveler (Palos Hills, IL USA)
I replaced a worn-out 10" non-stick with this one by Le Creuset. Having other cooking utensils by Le Creuset made this an easy choice. I've not used it several times and find it of excellent quality and just as the product description describes it.
Highly recommended.

Joyce Chen Pro Chef 14-Inch Flat Bottom Wok uncoated Carbon Steel


Product By Joyce Chen(22 customers reviews)
Lowest Price : $26.54
 
Product Description
 
Joyce Chen opened her first restaurant in Cambridge, Massachusetts in 1958. She found that the selection and quality of Chinese cookware in America didn't live up to her high standards… so she developed her own. Today, Joyce Chen Products sources from all over the Pacific Rim to bring the best of Asia to you. These 14" Carbon Steel Flat Woks feature a professional weight 2.0 mm, heavy-gauge carbon steel body. They have stay-cool Phenolic handles. Generous 14" size.
 
Technical Details
  • Flat bottom wok with a 14-inch diameter; ideal for electric or gas ranges
  • Constructed of heavy gauge carbon steel; 2.0 mm professional weight
  • Ergonomic Phenolic handle fits comfortably and stays cool
  • Additional helper handle stabilizes and simplifies transport
  • Loop on handle for hanging storage; requires seasoning; hand wash
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Customer Reviews

"Very Good Stir-Fry Pan" 2010-06-22By Avid Reader (Sheridan, OR USA)
After buying a new stir-fry book and finding out how to correctly stir-fry, I was in the market for a good, uncoated Carbon Steel pan. This was exactly what I was looking for. I found this great one on Amazon.com. It was exactly as described, came quickly, and I am very happy with it. I even designed a "bag" to enclose it as it hangs in my kitchen. We live near the Oregon coast and always worry about rusting. So far, it has performed as described.
  
"it's not good" 2010-06-06
By Y. Li
After I seasoned it, the interior bottom became ugly dark brown color. Now I am not sure if I will use it at all.

"Great Product" 2010-05-05
By R. Bernhart (Pittsburgh, PA)
I have been making healthy stir fry dishes in a large non stick skillet but decided to get a wok. After doing my research, I ordered this one since it is uncoated carbon steel and has a flat bottom for the electric stove. It comes with a protective coating that must be melted off by boiling water in it and then scrubbing it. I used a Brillo pad. Then you must season it by heating up a bit oil in it, letting it cool down and repreating the process several times. Online instructions said the pan will darken but mine did not so I was concerned it may not have been seasoned right. But I went ahead and made a beef,chicken, shrimp and broccoli stir fry and not only did the wok NOT stick, it made the best stiry fry I have had at home. The meat was seared nicely and very tender and the veggies were tender crisp perfect. For clean up I just rinsed it out with hot water, wiped it out with a paper towel, and put a very light coating of oil on it for storage until next time. I recommend this product and ALWAYS love Amazon.
  
"Best of Breed" 2010-04-17
By ringo (California)
I've owned a 12-inch version of this wok for years and years, after going through a lot of other stir-fry pans/woks, and I love it. It's just the thing for cooking Chinese-style in an American kitchen.
- The 2mm thickness is way heavy, so it's better to use a spatula-stir than to try to jerk-and-flip the food. However, that same weight lets the pan hold a good amount of heat on a wimpy western-style stove. Let the pan get hot before putting the food in for best results (for a stir-fry, the oil should look "shimmery" but not be smoking). Food will stick to a cold pan.
- The stick handle (phenolic, square profile) isn't traditional looking, but it's very solidly attached, with two horizontal bolts at the base, and a screw-eye at the end. Because the handle is square, you get a better grip when tipping out the pan. I do have to tighten up the screw eye from time to time, but it's not a big deal. I tried the round wooden handle version (attached with two vertical bolts) and it never felt quite as solid.
- The metal is very smoothly finished, and will season well as long as you don't over-oil it (lots of light coats is better than one heavy one). Cooking something starchy like cabbage the first few times will help. Don't bother with the non-stick versions if you really want to do stir-frying - they can't be heated hot enough to sear, and every one I've seen has eventually started to peel.
- The flat bottom lets the pan heat well on a flat-top stove, with no need for a wok ring.
Favorite recipe - Thaw a package of frozen string beans in the microwave. In the meantime, put about three tablespoons of sesame oil in the pan, add two smashed cloves of garlic, about the same amount of pounded ginger, and a hot chili pepper. Carefully TILT the pan by pushing down on the handle - this will make a deep pool of oil on one inside edge. Heat the oil and spices in the deep oil this way until the garlic and ginger start to bubble - you now have flavored oil. Drain the string beans VERY well and put them in the pan (yes, it will hiss and spit), now sitting flat. Mix the oil in with the veggies, lower the heat, and cover the pan for minute or so as everything finishes cooking. Once the beans are tender (to your taste), sprinkle them with soy sauce and toasted sesame oil, stir around again, and serve. (For a simpler recipe, use a couple of shakes of garlic and ginger powder, and a few drops of tabasco, and put them in at the same time as the veggies. For a more complicated recipe, toast some sesame seeds in the pan before putting the veggies in).

Sunday, August 22, 2010

Regalware Food Service Elegance Stainless Steel 10-inch Fry Pan

Product By Regalware Food Service
Lowest Price : $22.99 
 
Product Description
 
Regalware Elegance commercial-grade cookware features heavyweight 18/10 stainless steel construction, welded handles and heat conducting aluminium bottoms. Inside pans are marked with volume gradations. Quality engineering makes Regalware Elegance cookware ideal for a wide variety of cooktops, including, gas, electric and induction. Quality construction combined with elegant design and durability make this restaurant quality item an excellent addition to any restaurant or home.

Technical Details
  • Durable, heavyweight stainless steel construction
  • Aluminum botton for even heat distribution
  • Stainless steel welded handles
  • Cleans easily and is dishwasher safe
  • Ideal for all cooktops, including Induction
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Saturday, August 21, 2010

All-Clad Stainless 12-Inch Fry Pan




Product By All-Clad(106 customers reviews)
Lowest Price : $109.95
Product Description
Frying, browning, sauteing? If you tend to use your fry pan a lot, as most people do, doesn't it make sense to purchase one that will give you years of excellent service? All-Clad's three-ply stainless steel construction assures even heat distribution to prevent hot spots.

Technical Details
  • Classic slope-sided, 12-inch, 2-inch-deep frying pan
  • Three-ply: stainless-steel layers sandwich pure aluminum core for even heating
  • Long, comfortable, stay-cool handle riveted for strength
  • Dishwasher safe, but hand washing recommended
  • Lifetime warranty against defects
Amazon.com Review 

The bestseller among All-Clad's renowned cookware collections, the Stainless line provides serious and professional cooks all the virtues that make All-Clad's worldwide reputation unsurpassed. Key to its high performance is a three-ply, bonded construction. Sandwiched between layers of stainless steel is a thick core of pure aluminum that spreads heat evenly across the bottoms of pots and pans and all the way up the sides. The interior is highly polished 18/10 stainless steel, so it's stick-resistant as well as stain- and corrosion-resistant. The exterior is gleaming, magnetic stainless steel that works on induction as well as conventional stovetops, and, with care, remains beautiful during this cookware's lifetime warranty against defects--and beyond.
This classic, slope-sided fry pan makes clear why All-Clad's Stainless line is so popular. It's 12 inches in diameter and 2 inches deep, large enough for a professional kitchen but fully functional in a home where big meals are prepared. Its polished 18/10 stainless-steel handle is riveted to the pan for strength, grooved on the top and rounded on the bottom for comfort, and holed in the end for hanging on a hook or peg. The long handle stays cool on the stovetop but won't be harmed by an oven's highest heat. Although Stainless cookware is dishwasher-safe, hand washing is recommended. --Fred Brack
From the Manufacturer
All-Clad Stainless Construction
Each piece of All-Clad cookware features a unique metal bonding construction. All-Clad Stainless cookware sandwiches a thick core of three separate layers of aluminum between an easy-to-clean, highly polished 18/10 stainless-steel cooking surface and a magnetic stainless-steel exterior. The aluminum core retains heat and evenly distributes it along the bottom and up the sidewalls of the cookware. The stainless interior is stick-resistant and cleans easily. The magnetic stainless-steel exterior gives the cookware a gleaming finish. All-Clad Stainless also features the company’s signature "stay-cool" long handles, lids fashioned from gleaming 18/10 stainless steel, and highly durable stainless-steel rivets. All-Clad Stainless cookware is one of five collections from All-Clad Metalcrafters. Designed to work on conventional gas and electric ranges, as well as induction cooktops, All-Clad Stainless cookware is the best-selling collection in a full line that includes All-Clad LTD, Cop-R-Chef, Master Chef 2, and Copper Core.
Features and Benefits
All-Clad pans with a stainless interior cooking surface are oven-safe up to 500 degrees. All-Clad pans with a non-stick cooking surface are oven-safe up to 400 degrees, but should not be used under the broiler. We recommend using a low to medium temperature when cooking with All-Clad. Higher heats are not necessary and may cause discoloration (see cleaning instructions below). Other features include:
  • Beautifully polished, magnetic stainless exterior layer.
  • Pure aluminum core that not only covers the bottom of the pan but also extends up the sides. This allows for great heat conductivity as well as an even heat distribution so you won’t have "hot spots" when cooking.
  • Stainless-steel interior layer/cooking surface.
  • Long, polished stainless, stay-cool handles.
  • Sturdy, non-corrosive stainless-steel rivets won't react with foods.
  • Polished stainless-steel lids fit evenly with the pan’s edges to seal in flavor of your foods.
  • The All-Clad Stainless collection is compatible with an induction stovetop (with the exception of a few pieces) in addition to gas and electric stovetops.
  • The Stainless collection is dishwasher-safe, excluding pieces with a nonstick cooking surface.
Warranty
From date of purchase, All-Clad guarantees to repair or replace any item found defective in material, construction or workmanship under normal use and following care instructions. This excludes damage from misuse or abuse. Minor imperfections and slight color variations are normal.
Cleaning Instructions
For daily cleaning, warm soapy water is sufficient. Clean your All-Clad thoroughly after each use. Food films left of the pan may cause discoloration and sticking. To get rid of stuck-on food or discoloration and stains from using too high of a heat, we recommend cleaning your All-Clad with a product called Bar Keeper’s Friend. To use the Bar Keeper’s Friend, simply use a soft cloth or sponge and water and make into a soupy paste. This can be used on the interior, as well as the exterior of your All-Clad (excluding the Cop-R-Chef). The Bar Keeper’s Friend can also be used on the exterior of the All-Clad Stainless collection, LTD collection, and MC2 collection. For cleaning of the Cop-R-Chef exterior, simply use a brass/copper cleaner. If your water has a high iron content, you may notice a rusty discoloration. Use Bar Keeper’s Friend to remove it.

All-Clad Stainless Selection
In recent years, a professional-size 14-inch fry pan was added to the Stainless fry pan assortment, as well as several popular specialty pans, including: the small-size petite brasier with a dome-shaped lid; petite roti roasting pan; and the beautiful, large-capacity Dutch oven and French oven oval roasting pan with roasting rack. Both of these one-pot comfort food specialty pans comes with All-Clad’s popular high dome-shaped lid. Other specialty pans include a larger brasier pan with domed-shape lid; a complete family of round-shaped saucier saucepans for versatile stove-top cooking; a flare-sided Windsor pan in two sizes, designed for reduction and the creation of rich sauces; and a contemporary "Soup for Two" 3-1/2-quart soup pot; casseroles; an open stir fry; a versatile wok-style chef’s pan; and a "Pasta Pentola" 7-quart stockpot with colander insert and lid. All saucepans, casseroles, sauté pans, stock pots, and specialty items come with lids. Double boiler and steamer inserts, including the large steamer insert for 6-quart, 8-quart and 12-quart stockpots, are available as well. Stainless cookware sets are available in various sizes, from a starter 5-piece to a complete 10-piece set.
About All-Clad Metalcrafters
Based in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania, All-Clad Metalcrafters markets premium quality cookware to department and specialty stores in the United States, along with premium All-Clad bonded bakeware, All-Clad All-Professional kitchen tools, and a growing assortment of kitchen accessories, including All-Clad’s upscale tea kettle, measuring scoop set, stainless-steel mixing bowls, kitchen colanders, and 1-cup measuring cup. Featuring a unique metal bonding process, All-Clad cookware is used in many of the finest restaurants in America, and is sought by serious home cooks seeking all-professional cookware to enhance their cooking experience.

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Customer Reviews
  
"skillet" 2010-07-30
By nelly
Excellent heat distribution. Handle stays cool. No burns of food or skin, and no excuse to not make a delicious meal.
  
"A lovely pan!" 2010-07-17
By Dog crazy
I'm really pleased with the pan and would happily order another one in a different size.
  
"Light but don't let the weight fool you" 2010-05-25
By Darkenmoon (Chicago, IL)
I bought this pan for two reasons.
1. The Cuisinart Multiclad Pro 12 inch skillet I've been wanting seems to no longer exist.
2. America's test kitchen recommended this pan highly.
Pros:
1. The size is great. I feel that it really holds my food well without crowding it.
2. The shape is great and allows for easy flipping and such.
3. It heats evenly.
4. It's light and I didn't feel it needed a helper handle as some skillets this size do.
Cons:
1. The handle design. I really prefer the gentler handle design on the Cuisinart MCP pans. They simply feel better in the hand. However, it's not terrible and the handle does stay cool. I really liked the price of this pan as well as availability. As expected from the All-Clad brand, it is a very good pan. Nothing burned in my pan... not even cheese when I was making tasty cheesy potatoes and let it cook a bit. It was super easy to clean. There was a little sticking of those tasty cheesy potatoes... but when you cook them awhile, that's to be expected at least a little... but it cleaned very easily. This pan is awesome and I would recommend it as a great pan whether you just want a 12" skillet or if you need an alternative to the ever elusive Cuisinart Multiclad Pro 12" skillet.
  
"expensive but very worthy!" 2010-05-08
By T. smith (deer farm)
Although many people have written many good comments about All-Clad, I don't think that I should keep silent,either. We are family of three,love to eat hot and spicy Chinese stir fry. I dial my Bosch electric range to no.6, preheat about 2 minutes, pour "cold oil" into the pan, wait until I can the 'heat wave' in the pan, then dump meat or veggi to it, 3~4 minutes later,a yummy dish has done. Besides egg and hush brown, I hardly have 'sticky' pan problem. After many practices lately, 8 out 10,I can make non-stick egg now. Thanks many user's comments. I am very happy to made a right choice and also changed my view to USA made products.

"Nothing Better" 2010-04-29
By Bob (NY)
Have used this at least 10 times since I bought a short time age. It is fabulous. Nice even heating and no stick. What more can use ask for. Plus the price was right. Very satisfied!!

Thursday, August 19, 2010

Winware 3-Ply Stainless Steel 14 Inch Fry Pan with Silicone Sleeve




Product By Winco USA(4 customers reviews)
Lowest Price : $55.44

Product Description

Winware's ApolloTM 3-Ply Fry Pan is one of the best commerical grade fry pans. It is constructed with heavy 3-ply stainless steel-18/10 stainless for the cooking surface and 18/0 stainless for the exterior and aluminum core in the center. The aluminum core reaches up all sides of the pan, providing superior heat conductivity to cook foods evenly without scorching.


Technical Details
  • 14-inch, slope-sided pan for omelets or sauteing, frying
  • Commercial-grade stainless-steel interior and exterior resists scratching
  • Aluminum core extends up sides of pan for excellent heat conduction
  • Flared rim for dripless pouring; riveted handle for durability
  • Safe to use in dishwasher; lifetime warranty

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Customer Reviews

"Hard to clean, food sticks." 2010-04-25
By Steve Gerard (New Jersey)
Nice pan, heats like advertised, but everything I cook sticks. I've tried pam and/or oil, but food still sticks. I'm not the best cook, so maybe it's me.
  
"Professional grade" 2010-03-04
By VA Reviewer (Fairfax Station, VA United States)
This is a remarkably heavy and well constructed commercial pan that is tri-ply all the way up the sides. 1/3 to 1/2 of the cost of prestige gourmet pans. Perfect omelets and crepes if you use the proper technique.
  
"One of the great frying pan I ever had!" 2009-01-09
By Kit
This frying pan is a great for cooking many dishes. Today I fried sliced potato with onion with little amount of butter and came out great! 12-inch size gives me a lot of surface to cook a good amount of food for a large family. I definitely recommend this pan for especially a serious cook.
  
"The perfect skillet" 2008-10-24
By Sally Ebbert
This skillet is one of the very best I have ever used. It is very easy to clean,not to heavy and the silicone handle really helps.I would highly recommend it.

Friday, August 13, 2010

Emeril Stainless Steel 8-Inch Fry Pan


Product By Emerilware(3 customers reviews)
Lowest Price : $14.99
 
Technical Details
  • 18/10 Stainless Steel cookware with a high performance aluminum and copper bonded base for fast heat delivery
  • Ergonomically designed handle for balance, control and comfort
  • Stainless cookware is oven safe to 550F.
  • Dishwasher safe
Product Description

Celebrity chef Emeril Lagasse kicks it up another notch with this stainless-steel cookware collection. This 18/10 Stainless Steel cookware has a high performance aluminum and copper bonded base that ensures fast heat delivery. The handles are ergonomically designed for balance, control and comfort. The "workhorse" of all cookware shapes, Emeril's Fry Pans are versatile in shape and size, make them a frequent choice for scrambling eggs and frying bacon on Sunday morning, or preparing a quick chicken sauté dinner on a weeknight.


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Customer Reviews
  
"nice heavy small pan" 2010-03-30
By J. Hahne
So far I like this pan. It's my first stainless fry pan and am getting the hang of it. I found that pre-heating is key. I preheat for about 5 minutes on med heat (have an older electric stove) before I try to fry or scramble eggs and they don't stick. Only thing I don't like is I feel the handle is just a hair too heavy. When the pan is empty (preheating) it leans just a tiny bit toward the handle and I would think that would reduce effectiveness/evenness of heating. Other than that one thing, I really like the pan. Handle stays cool and it's easy to clean.
  
"Major Design Flaw!!!" 2010-03-23
By E. Stiles
I bought this 8 inch Emeril Stainless fry pan because it was a few dollars cheaper than the 8 inch Emeril Pro-Clad fry pan. Big difference. First off, the aluminum and copper disk on the bottom of this pan looks cheap and does not distribute heat evenly. But the biggest flaw is that the handle is heavier than the rest of the pan making it very difficult to balance on a gas stove top. I couldn't keep it from falling over no matter how I tried. Who is the design wizard that came up with this pan? I sent it back and bought the Pro-Clad version for a few dollars more. The Pro-Clad has three layers of stainless and aluminum all the way up the sides, so heat distributes evenly and the weight and balance are perfect. Much happier now. Not sure if all the Emeril Stainless Fry Pans are handle heavy, but this 8 inch one is a clunker. Don't waste your time or money on this poorly designed pan.
  
"Nice" 2010-03-04
By Douglas S. Flint
there are several things I like about this pan, it's stainless steel, has a copper core and does the job I bought it for. The one problem is that the pan is very light weight, and the handle is nice and heavy, which means that it's very easy to tip while you're cooking. Still, at it's price, I can't really complain.

Thursday, August 12, 2010

Alpha Deluxe Stainless Steel 11 Inch Fry Pan with Glass Lid and Thermo Knb


Product By Savezone USA /ALPHA(1 customers reviews)
Lowest Price : $25.75

Product Description

11 Inch Stainless Steel Fry Pan,5mm Aluminum heavy capsuled base for quick and even heat distribution, Secure Handle, Capsuled bottom.
**There are five choice with different capacitance - 9 Inch (22cm), 9 1/2 Inch (24cm), 10 1/4 Inch (26cm), 11 Inch (28cm), 12 Inch (30cm)


Technical Details
  • Highest quality Stainless Steel Fry Pan
  • Dimension:20 x 13 x 4
  • 5mm Aluminum capsulated base for even heating
  • 0.8mm heavy body thickness
  • Glass Lid With Thermo Knb

Customer Reviews
  
"I LOVE Alpha products!" 2010-06-28
By Alex
These Alpha products are so great! I didn't know frying pans could be so different until I replaced my old frying pan with this one, and let me tell you, it's like a whole different product! The pan cooks perfectly even every single time, and it never burns a part of my food like my old pan. And oh my its amazingly durable. Even the glass lid is solidly constructed! I even dropped it and, not even a scratch! This is my second Alpha product, and I have to say they are fantastic! As soon as my pots and pans get old, I'm definitely replacing them with all Alpha products! Oh, and the best part? FREE SHIPPING! Love it! Recommend to everyone! Its cheap, durable and overall a very good product. What more can you ask for?

Wednesday, August 11, 2010

T-Fal Performance Stainless Steel Copper Bottom 10.5 Inch Fry Pan

Product By T-Fal(2 customers reviews)
Lowest Price : $24.34
 
Technical Details
  • Long lasting stainless steel with a contemporary design will look like new even after many years of cooking.
  • Suitable for induction cook tops.
  • Multi-layer stainless steel base encapulates a thick-gauge aluminum core with copper disc to deliver optimal heat distribution and prevent warping.
  • Interior measuring marks deliver added convenience and ease of use.
  • Riveted stainless steel handles are ergonomically designed. Oven safe up to 500 degrees F.

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Customer Reviews

"T-fal Performance10.5"copper bottom stainless skillet" 2010-08-07
By shopcat
This skillet is just what I was looking for. If you want a great skillet without non-stick coating, this is it ! Cooks evenly without sticking & cleans easily.I am very satisfied with this pan.

"Excellent" 2010-01-07
By Deborah Lee Pechalonis (new haven CT)
I love this pan! Nothing sticks. I just spray it with cooking spray and can fry eggs without them sticking to the pan. Fried eggplant and everything browned perfectly! I recommend this pan to anyone who seriously loves to cook!! Cleanup is a breeze too. Price is just right.

Tuesday, August 10, 2010

T-Fal Ultimate Stainless Steel Copper Bottom 12 Inch Fry Pan



Product By T-Fal(2 customers reviews)
Lowest Price : $30.41
 
Technical Details
  • Long lasting stainless steel with a contemporary design will look like new even after many years of cooking.
  • Suitable for induction cook tops.
  • Multi-layer stainless steel base encapulates a thick-gauge aluminum core with copper disc to deliver optimal heat distribution and prevent warping.
  • Interior measuring marks deliver added convenience and ease of use.
  • Riveted stainless steel handles are ergonomically designed. Oven safe up to 500 degrees F.
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Customer Reviews
  
"fabulous" 2010-06-24
By R. Evans (ft myers,fl)
If you like to cook and understand stainless this is a good pan. Folks these are easy to clean. Just a little water on the cool down, presto. I dont have any staining or discoloration. Be careful not to cook too high. Medium is maximum. Wait for it.
  
"Great price! Awesome pan!" 2009-12-20
By M. Gilbert (Doylestown, PA)
Well worth the price this pan goes along with the T-Fal Ultimate Stainless Steel Copper Bottom set that is also sold on Amazon. We priced this set elsewhere and discovered that this was the best deal. It is a heavy pan and is easy to clean, if you let it soak and use a non abrasive cleaning pad.

Saturday, August 7, 2010

Cuisinart Chef's Classic Stainless 14-Inch Stir-Fry Pan with Helper Handle and Glass Cover

Product By Cuisinart(43 customers reviews)
Lowest Price : $29.33

Product Description
 
Cuisinart is pleased to offer an exciting new variety of specialty pieces of Chef's Classic Stainless Cookware that make everyday cooking tasks a pleasure.
 
Technical Details
  • 14-inch stir-fry pan made of 18/10 stainless steel with encapsulated aluminum core
  • Stay-cool riveted handle and opposite helper handle for a secure hold
  • See-through glass cover with loop handle and stainless-steel rim
  • Dishwasher-safe for quick cleanup; oven-safe up to 550 degrees F
  • Measures approximately 14-2/7 by 21-1/2 by 5-1/2 inches; limited lifetime warranty
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Customer Reviews
  
"I did not like that it is very light whige and food stick" 2010-07-16
By Michal greenboim
I choose this wok because it made of stainless But because the wok is so light the food stick and it is very hard to clean. i gave up and got the Gourmet standard stainless 14"wok and i love it. Very easy to clean and easy to cook. this is the only stainless wok that i found in a reasonable price. Gourmet Standard 13 Inch Tri-Ply Wok with Rack and Domed Lid
  
"I am realy pleased with it." 2010-07-12
By Ioannis Belonitis
It's a realy big, good quality wok. The only bad thing I can think of is the weight. I would prefer it to be a bit heavier. But for this price I think it's excellent...
  
"good item at a great price" 2010-07-12
By Kawakami
This wok is pretty good... the quality is very good, the lid does what a lid is supposed to do, and it heats very quickly. The down side is that the handle is a little too small for such a big wok, it loses heat very quickly (even for a stainless item), an the bottom is too flat. Traditional woks have a round bottom which make them much more useful for manipulating sauces (pool the sauce in the middle to separate from the meat and veggies) and for deep frying. I realize that round bottoms don't fare well on American cook tops, but even a little more roundness would have gone a long way. However, I got this for thirty three dollars which more than makes up for the shortcomings.
  
"Great product" 2010-06-24
By WindyWendy (Iowa USA)
This replaced an older stainless steel wok that had the separate ring. This works much better for us, especially since we have an electric range. It heats evenly and cooks beautifully.
  
"Nice WOK for the price" 2010-05-10
By Linda C. Palmer (Birmingham, AL USA)
I've only tried the wok once, but I learned quickly that you don't want to have the heat too HOT. The shrimp I sauteed didn't stick, but the coating did. It took quite a while to finally chip off the burnt specks from the wok. I think I'll enjoy it, now that I know what temperature to use. It's a large wok, and the lid makes it quite a deal. Others on-line were more than twice the price.

Friday, August 6, 2010

De Buyer Mineral 10 Inch Steel Fry Pan

Product By De Buyer(4 customers reviews)
Lowest Price : $60.00


Technical Details
  • Organic, recyclable
  • Seals pores, keeps vitamins and nutrients, healty
  • Perfect for sealing, browning and grilling, ideal for meat, potatoes, eggs¿
  • Authentic design, symbol of French gastronomy, also modern (magnetic=induction ready)
  • Needs to seasoned then natural coating, not dishwasher safe
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Customer Reviews

"Awesome pans" 2010-07-23
By George S. Atkinson
I can't say enough good things about these pans. They are worth every penny. I got the three pan set not long ago. Incredibly fast heating and virtually indestructible. I find these much easier to handle than my traditional cast iron, due to the handle configuration. Season them by boiling potato shavings for fifteen minutes, rinsing in hot water, drying, then bringing some neutral cooking oil up to a high shimmer. Discard the oil and wipe clean. This will leave a faint brown discoloration, which is exactly what you want. This gets darker over time and the pan is as non-stick as Teflon after a few months. Plus, no nasty chemicals. Be aware that the handles on the smaller pans get very hot. That's the price you pay for good, high conductivity and oven-readiness. These are the kinds of pans that get mentioned in wills, as in: "...and I leave my De Buyer pans to..."
  
"Great steel pan ... here's some seasoning tips for this type" 2010-07-02
By adx442
I wish I could include an image directly in this review. Here's a link to my quick seasoned De Buyer 10" Mineral Steel Fry Pan photo. This was taken after 2 hours of seasoning time: [...]
This pan heats quickly and evenly, and doesn't confer the same texture to the sear as a cast iron does. It's a much more "naked" finished product. So far, I've noticed that the spices and herbs are more up-front than doing something in cast iron. I'm comparing this to cast iron because that's my only reference point for another pan that retains heat, takes a seasoning, and can become extremely non-stick and "self-healing". I'll update this review after I have some more time with the pan. I wanted to get this up today because I see a lot of different advice on how to season this pan, and I have some relatively foolproof instructions for you. My wife and I ordered this pan as a lighter weight alternative to cast iron. While it's going to see plenty of kitchen duty, our first use of it will be camping in the wilderness. A really permanent, bulletproof seasoning takes use, care, and time. I needed one tough enough to withstand use and storage in a relatively uncontrolled environment for a few days without rusting. So here's my quick-seasoning guide. Takes a couple of hours, but always produces good results. If you skip or modify any steps, you won't get the same results (this is aimed at those who will invariably try to use grapeseed oil or something as a substitution)
1) You *do* need to peel a couple of potatoes, put the peels in the pan, cover them with an inch of water, and boil for 15 minutes as the instructions mention. There's some sort of shipping coating on this pan that this step removes. You will NOT get a good season on this pan until this coating is removed. While boiling the peels (just the peels, not the potatoes, this step is going to produce inedible results), carefully move the boiling water around the pan by tilting it back and forth. Get that enzymatic, chemically water around all possible cooking surfaces.
2) After 15 minutes of boiling time (not counting the time to get the water to a boil), drain the water, throw out the peels, and dry the pan thoroughly with a paper towel or two. Oil the pan *lightly* with Crisco, lard, clean bacon grease, or peanut oil. Cover the entire pan, bottom and all ... get everything coated except the handle.
*Don't* use canola, olive oil, or any other type of oil right now. You can use them for cooking in the future, but not for this step.
3) I think this is the critical point where people make mistakes. Most people seem to use too high of a heat for an initial seasoning, and/or an uneven heat. Get your oven pre-heated to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Place a clean cookie sheet (uncoated if possible, not non-stick) on the lowest rack to catch drips. Place the pan upside down on the rack above the cookie sheet, and set the timer for 30 minutes.
4) After 30 minutes, let it stay in the oven for another 30 minutes with the heat off, so it can slowly cool. A slow cooling process really helps the seasoning develop in my experience.
5) Once the pan is cool, take it out of the oven, and wipe it down with a different type of high temperature oil. If you used peanut oil first, this time use Crisco. If you used Crisco first, this time use bacon grease. This is the key. Different oils have different properties, and they'll bond to each other in different ways. I've seasoned a lot of pans in my time, and mixing and matching different oils for the process always results in a much more thorough seasoning, that doesn't flake off easily.
6) Now, repeat step 3 and 4 exactly.
7) You should now have a good initial seasoning. This process will take about 2.5 hours, of which, you'll mostly be waiting.

To keep it developing, here's all you need to know. Yes, the instructions say you can use a little bit of soap. Don't. Just don't. The heat of the pan will kill all possible pathogens. Just gently scrape the remaining food out of the pan when you're finished cooking, and let it cool naturally. When it's just warm to the touch, add a 2" puddle of oil to your pan, and rub it down with a paper towel. If something is really stuck to it, add a pinch or two of kosher salt or sea salt to the pan, and use that to scrub gently with a paper towel, and then re-oil it. That's all you should ever need to do. If you constantly resort to a hard bristle brush and (uggh) use soap, your seasoning will develop poorly and slowly. ALWAYS store the pan lightly oiled. ALWAYS. If it looks dry, you're doing it wrong. When it comes time to cook, just put some fresh oil on a paper towel, and wipe it out to remove the old oil. Don't heat the pan scorching hot for long when it's empty, as this will weaken an early seasoning layer and it might flake off in the beginning. Don't use metal tools immediately. Try to stick to plastic, wood, or silicone tools for the first few sessions of cooking. There, that's that. I hope these tips help some people get started with a tool that, properly cared for, will last a lifetime and be far more non-stick than any teflon surface could ever hope to be.
EDIT - In response to a comment/question that seems to be deleted
Regarding the safety of oven temperatures and the silicone pad at the top of the handle:
I'm pretty sure it's silicone, though I don't see it addressed anywhere in the manual or online. My silicone portion looks as new as ever after about 2 dozen trips through the oven. All the other silicone tools we own state 500 degrees Fahrenheit as a maximum temperature, so I have a feeling you shouldn't exceed that as an oven temperature. I have used the pan over a 700F direct heat source without any issues as well. I don't feel there are any safety concerns with silicone at temps below 500F in an oven, as we use silicone baking mats that are much thinner material quite often, and there's never any smell or taste from them at any baking temperature. Some people use a self-clean cycle in the oven to remove a badly damaged layer of seasoning, but I don't think I will ever do this with mine, as those cycles tend to go to 1000F or higher, and I think that would melt or destroy the silicone portion of the handle.
  
"great pan for two fried eggs" 2010-05-21
By Wahoohead (Wyoming)
With enough seasoning and butter this pan makes the best eggs possible. Can flip them with no utensils and then just slide them out of the pan. I want a bigger version next.
  
"the real thing" 2010-02-06
By Richard P. Tetreau (Maine)
With so many so called gourmet cooking utensils being pumped out these days its nice to find a product that is everything it claims to be. This frypan is built to last and last. I've had all kinds of non-stick coated pans and they all start peeling or scratching or otherwise lose their non-stick quality. Once you've seasoned the DeBuyer steel pans you'll have a utensil that will last you the rest of your life. I know you'll be pleased as I am with this really fine cookware.

Thursday, August 5, 2010

All Clad Stainless-Steel 12-Inch Fry Pan with Lid

Product By All-Clad(51 customers reviews)
Lowest Price : $82.00


 
Product Description

The "workhorse" of all cookware shapes, All-Clad fry pans' versatile shape and size make them a frequent choice for scrambling eggs and bacon on Sunday morning, or preparing a quick chicken sauté dinner on a weeknight. Our conventional fry pans go in the oven and under the broiler.



Technical Details
  • 12-inch fry pan made of stainless steel with aluminum core
  • Stay-cool stainless-steel handle riveted to the pan
  • Stainless-steel lid with loop handle helps keep in heat and moisture
  • Washing by hand recommended; oven-safe up to 500 degrees F
  • Measures 12-4/5 by 20-1/2 by 3 inches; limited lifetime warranty

Customer Reviews
  
"Lidd for $25?!" 2010-08-03
By Benjamin Frantzdale
Is this really the same pan as the "All-Clad Stainless-Steel Fry Pan" plus a lid for $25 less? That sounds way too good to be true. (That pan is great. I don't know if this is that.)
  
"Workhorse of all my kitchen equiptment" 2010-07-30
By kamen899
Heats up quickly with excellent temperature distribution throughout pan even on a smaller burner . Wide cooking surface ,long handle,stove top to oven,easy clean up ! I use it for everything from fritattas to stir frys to pasta sauce ! Best product in a line of peerless cookware ! Got it on sale for the best price anywhere on the net. Shipped quickly,arrived perfectly !
  
"Does Fried Eggs Too -if you use an LT100 and some Oil" 2010-07-18
By Art (OR USA)
So far I am happy with my purchase, and didn't expect to be...
I found the same as other reviewers. The handle is odd, but OK-it actually feels more comfortable holding the handle with the pan upside down? The finish on the inside top edge has swirls, but it probably doesn't affect operation. The lid is a sloppy fit, it slides around, but the lip of the pan has a nice curve on the edge. I wanted a lid and it seems OK. If you can get this for a low price it's a good deal, as it appears to be the same pan offered for a much higher price without lid, and has credible testing data. It is fairly lightweight which is good. As for does it work? I compared the All Clad with a 9 1/2 inch Le Creuset Tarte Tatin pan which has a glossy enamel inside, and a similar sized Costco 12 inch Tramontina Jumbo cooker with thick Aluminum disk base, and with the gas stove large burner set to low. The bottom of the pan was filled with enough vegetable oil to coat it, and I measured the temperatures with a Sixth Sense LT100 infra red thermometer. Lastly an egg was put in hot water to warm up while the pan heated up. Overall the All Clad and the Tramontina disk base pan heated at about the same rates, the Le Creuset pan heated significantly slower, also the difference between the center of the pan and outer part of the flat cooking surface was much higher with the Le Creuset pan by 20+ degrees. I put the egg in the middle of the pan at about 250 degrees F (probably too high, 158 F is the minimum, 200 F the likely best temp), and they all came out great. The All Clad egg did not stick at all and I could have slid it onto a plate, the Tramontina and Le Creuset eggs stuck slightly but only required a nudge.
From this my conclusions so far are:
This pan heats up really fast, and it's very easy to get to a high temperature where the eggs will stick. Using a thermometer might be a good method when doing delicate things like eggs, and with careful use the All Clad might be a healthy non stick pan replacement if you are willing to use some oil, and an infrared thermometer.Heating is less even with cast iron-for eggs in a cast iron pan the best method might be to heat up to temperature and then turn the gas off while frying the eggs with the residual heat. (If burning should occur, the best thing is let the pan cool down first and add water and let it soak before cleaning with a nylon scrubber, no abrasives. I use this for stainless or enamel pans and it works every time).
More later..

  
"My Everything Pan!" 2010-07-11
By FrugalistaJade
This pan means the world to me. I have had so many fry pans, mostly non-stick, and this pan just steals the show. My favorite thing about it is that it browns meats beautifully, which is something a non-stick pan can't do. I also don't have to worry about the surface being scratched. Buy it, it's totally worth the investment!
  
"should have read the reviews" 2010-07-11
By Mr. Bill (Los Altos, CA USA)
Bought a 12-inch all-clad fry pan. This is not your mother's all-clad. For the price, it is pretty cheesy. Poorly finished, i.e. poorly buffed out, and, if you want to follow the instructions, it is impossible to clean. No SOS pads, no steel wool. Just soapy water and a sponge. Yeah, right. It looks like crap after one use. ?Maybe these are seconds? Around the lip is sort of discolored and will not come clean.Read S. Stanley's review. I should have, and could have saved myself $90. I'll stick with my 20 year old ScanPan, thank you. I prefer to buy made in USA and am willing to pay for quality. This ain't it, folks.

Wednesday, August 4, 2010

Paderno Heavy Duty Carbon Steel 9.5 Inch Frying Pan



Product By Paderno World Cuisine(12 customers reviews)
Lowest Price : $29.90
Technical Details
  • Excellent Heat Conductor
  • After Seasoning, Pan Acquires Natural Nonstick Properties
  • Safe To Use At High Temperatures
  • Great For Searing, Grilling, And Browning Foods
  • Even Heat Distribution

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Customer Reviews
  
"great heavy duty pan" 2010-06-04
By Eric D. Vincill (Madison, WI)
This pan is very heavy duty. I bought the 12.5 inch pan. I bought it because we are getting rid of our teflon nonstick pans for good. I considered cast iron, but I did not like the rough surface the new ones have and the weight. Carbon steel pans season just like cast iron, but are extremely smooth and not as heavy. Ironically the cast iron pans our grandmother's used (Griswald especially) were lighter in weight and were very smooth, similar to this carbon steel pan. I like heavy cast iron pans, but anything over 12 inches is way too heavy especially once the pan is full of food. Tip on seasoning. wash pan well with soap and water and dry well. over high heat, heat pan until it darkens (you will have to move pan around some to get the corners and sides). Cool to medium low. Cut a potato in half and rub the cut side all around (it might smoke some). Potato starch acts like a glue which helps hold the layer of oil on the pan. If you did not do this, the layer of oil will begin to flake with repeated use. Some people will fry bacon or other food stuff, then scrape it clean and season it. Then rub a very thin film of oil in pan (I use flaxseed oil that you get at healthfood stores. And I mean thin, pretty much wipe it all out. I prefer flaxseed oil because it polymerizes extremely well) and heat for 30-40 minutes and cool. VERY IMPORTANT use a flat metal spatula and scrape the pan (not too hard, but how you would flip food in normal use. Repeat the potato rub and then the oil rub and spatula scraping to smooth the surface (high heat is not required at this point). now it is ready to use It will look uneven for awhile, but with repeated use and repeated seasoning, it will turn jet black and have a dullish shiny surface. To clean, most things will simply wipe clean. If some food sticks, I salt the pan and use the salt as abrasive, then wipe clean. Don't be afraid to quickly use soap and water if things stick really bad, just dry it out and wipe a thin film of oil. Keep using the metal spatula!!!!!!!
  
"compare pans" 2010-05-22
By Loren R. Harmon (Phoenix, AZ USA)
I bought two black steel crepe pans from Duck and Decanter for my wife. They were so cool that I bought the Paderno 11 inch here. The Paderno does a good job, but hasn't developed the black patina of the crepe pans. I can take out one of the crepe pans after a month of no use and after wiping with a paper towel, fry eggs. It works very well indeed. The Paderno is more tempermental. I've heated it in the oven with some canola oil for hours, etc. The much desired black patina hasn't happened. Any suggestions?

"A Fine pan" 2010-05-12
By Steven Farnham (Houston, TX)
If you want polished and shiny pans to impress others, then this isn't for you. But, if you want the best tool for cooking good food, this is what you want. It takes a little care, but not that much, and it won't wear out, ever. I had never even heard of carbon (or blue) steel pans until recently, I could have saved money if I had. I've lost track of how many non-stick pans I've bought and thrown out over the years -- never again. Seasoning these is even easier than cast iron -- oil, heat, cool and wipe, is pretty much all it takes. If you don't put it away wet and it won't rust. To summarize: inexpensive, indestructible, excellent at low to high temperature, perfect shape, non-stick when seasoned properly, and easy to care for. So what if it's not shiny?

"Quality Pan" 2010-03-23
By Matt R. Dubois
Love it. For the money, can't be beat. Will be getting different sizes as soon as I have the money. Took no time to season, only ever wipe it out with salt and a dry towell, good to go.
  
"Excellent pan, good value." 2010-03-16
By C. R. Lehman (Denver, CO)
This is a first impressions review. I just received the pan yesterday. This is my first carbon steel pan, but I'm a long-time cast iron user. The pan is beautiful and looks like it will be indestructible. I think it would stop a bullet. It's pretty heavy. The 9.5 inch pan actually weighs a bit more than my 8 inch cast iron skillet. I don't mind that, as it makes for an even-heating pan. It seasoned beautifully, and this morning I made an omelet in it, which cooked perfectly with no sticking. Since nobody makes a decent cast iron skillet any more (by decent, I mean one with a smooth machined cooking surface; Lodge and other new ones available have the rough sand-cast finish), this seems to be a very good alternative. The long riveted handle doesn't get nearly as hot as the cast iron handles. Even when I was seasoning on the burner, with the pan much hotter than it would be for normal cooking, I was able to pick it up bare handed, which is not something I would want to try with a cast iron skillet.