It can also be used to brown food before braising but not for the rest of the procedure. The reduced weight also allows for more maneuverability when shaking and flipping food.

3 – Hard-Anodized Frying Pans

Saute pans have straight sides instead of slanted ones, so a higher volume of ingredients or liquid can fit inside, making this style pan ideal for making sauces. Because of the design, sauces don't splash or slosh around as much, making clean-up a lot easier. Another bonus of this pan style is that most saute pans have a fitted lid, which reduces evaporation. These pans are well-suited for cooking methods such as braising, searing, or shallow-frying. But saute pans are heavier due to a wider base, making skillets easier to lift and move.

People are concerned about peeling because nonstick coating peels if used to cook at extremely high temperatures. Extreme temperatures are not a problem for cast iron skillets, however, they must be pre-seasoned to maintain their quality over time. Most iron skillets are safe to use in the oven.

    Another option is a cast-iron flat-top grill, which offers a large, flat cooking surface that's perfect for cooking multiple foods at the same time.  The even heat distribution of a Cast Iron Flat Top Grill ensures your food cooks evenly and creates a delicious sear, while the flat-top design makes flipping and flipping food easy.

Depth

It depends. Some manufacturers will label their pans dishwasher-safe, but for the longevity of your pans, it is best to hand-wash stainless steel pans. Dishwasher detergents can be harsh on the stainless steel and may lead to corrosion, and in general, regularly dishwashing your pans will dull and spot them over time.

This design allows the pan to accommodate a greater amount of fluid and food, and the slightly sloped ones make it easier to toss and flip your food.