Let's face it, when we think of pans, we immediately think of a nice nonstick coating, a slightly rough surface, and the myriad variations they come in: black, speckled gray, and some even colored. Steel, which more closely resembles pots and pans, isn't exactly the first material we associate with a pan, but that shouldn't stop us from experimenting with new things. Let's spice up our cooking!
How often do you find yourself cooking for long periods, frying, or braising? The stainless steel pan is perfectly suited to all these types of preparation. Then think of Italy and its incredible tradition: braised beef in Barolo wine is undoubtedly one of the most beloved recipes, as we Piedmontese know well. Yet this delicious dish requires 2-3 hours (if not more) of cooking time, because the meat needs plenty of time to become so tender. And who isn't afraid of waiting? The stainless steel pan. Thanks to its triple radiant bottom, it allows for even cooking over a long period of time, even on low heat.
Let's be honest, even in the kitchen we like a happy ending, a "forever," and indeed steel is one: it has no expiration date and is completely recyclable , which puts it high in the rankings of the most environmentally friendly metals. Furthermore, it does not oxidize , and if by chance any surface stains due to starch or chlorides (...) should appear, they can be removed with suitable steel cleaning products and it will be as good as new.
You don't even need to think about which utensils to use thanks to the resistance of steel, but above all, you don't need to be afraid to turn up the heat. In fact, the first thing to try with the steel pan is a good flambé to create sparks in the kitchen, obviously paying attention to the handles if they are made of Bakelite.
In short, here's why you should buy a stainless steel pan:
- Ideal for frying and important preparations
- It's forever
- 100% recyclable
- Resistant to abrasion and corrosion
Here are our must-have steel pans:
