The frying pan is undoubtedly cookware that you use daily. It is adaptable and can do varied cooking that no other equipment can.

Ironically, a skillet is actually far superior at sautéing food than a sauté pan. To properly sauté, small to medium-sized pieces of food are cooked rapidly in hot fat, with constant agitation. The sloping sides of a skillet allow you to easily shake the pan, performing the jump-flip maneuver that cooks like to show off with. It's more than just ego-padding, though. It's the most efficient way to redistribute the food in the pan, ensuring even cooking for all pieces.

However, stainless steel frying pans can be more expensive than other types of pans, and they may not retain heat as well as other materials. They can also be prone to warping if not handled correctly.

There aren’t many distinctions between the two cookware, but they are designed for different purposes. Some regard the differences to be minor, while others view them to be significant. Well, you can keep both so you can efficiently prepare tasty dishes.

While no non stick pan will last forever, high-quality construction and care make a difference. That's why chefs rely on our professional-grade Non Stick for brunch service—whether scrambling eggs, rolling omelettes, or cooking frittata, eggs won't stick and cleanup remains easy, no matter how many times it's used in service.

If you're an avid cook and the budget permits, ideally you have both a saute pan and a skillet. However, if you only have one and typically make dishes that require sauteing, you're best bet is to own a skillet.

    One popular option is a cast iron skillet set with a lid.  Cast Iron Skillet Set With Lids usually includes multiple frying pans of different sizes, each with its own lid.  Cast Iron Skillet Set With Lids, the lid helps lock in heat and moisture, making it ideal for cooking dishes that require slow cooking or braising.