Frying Pans
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Frypans are one of the most essential pieces of cookware you can own. Whether you’re cooking breakfast, searing steak or preparing a quick weeknight meal, a quality frying pan or skillet helps you achieve better cooking results with even heat and excellent control. Shop Minimax’s collection of premium non-stick, stainless steel and cast iron frying pans from world leading cookware brands; Scanpan, Le Creuset, GreenPan, Essteele and more.
Choosing the right frying pan or skillet
The most common type of cookware used in the kitchen day-to-day is without a doubt the humble frying pan! Minimax have one of the largest ranges of frypans and skillets available online and in-store, but with so many options to choose from, consider the following when shopping for a frying pan:
Material: frypans can be made from a variety of different materials like stainless steel, cast iron, carbon steel, copper and more. Skillets on the other hand, are most commonly made from cast iron and regarded for their even heat distribution and high cooking temperatures.
Handle: look for handles that don’t conduct heat to prevent burning. If you’re looking to save storage space in your kitchen, go for frypans with detachable handles like the Scanpan Urban Detachable Handle or the Woll Eco Logic range.
Size: think about how many you cook for on a daily and weekly basis. Opt for a larger pan size, like 28-30cm, for cooking for a big family of 6, or if you’re cooking meals for two, smaller frypans in the ranges of 20-24cm will suffice.
Compatibility: not all frying pans are suited to every cooktop. If your cooktop is induction you will need to make sure you purchase induction frying pans.
Different frying pan materials
Different types of frypans are designed to suit different cooking styles. Understanding the materials used in your cookware will help you choose the best pan for your kitchen.
Non Stick
Non stick frypans are one of the most popular options for everyday cooking. Their smooth cooking surface prevents food from sticking and requires less oil, making them ideal for cooking eggs, pancakes and delicate ingredients. Premium nonstick frypans from brands such as Scanpan are designed for durability and easy cleaning while still delivering excellent cooking performance.
Stainless Steel
Stainless steel frying pans are widely used by professional chefs as they provide excellent heat control and durability. Many stainless steel frypans include aluminium or copper cores that help distribute heat evenly across the cooking surface. Stainless steel pans are particularly good for searing meat and cooking sauces.
Cast Iron
Cast iron frypans and skillets are known for their exceptional heat retention and durability. Once heated, cast iron pans maintain stable cooking temperatures which makes them ideal for searing steak, frying vegetables and cooking hearty dishes. Some of our favourite cast iron frypans are Lodge Cast Iron, known for exceptional durability and longevity, and the Le Creuset range that combines traditional cooking performance with their iconic enamel coatings available in a range of colourways.
Ceramic frying pans offer a naturally non-stick cooking surface without traditional coatings. These pans are popular for cooks looking for lightweight cookware that heats quickly and cleans easily. Ceramic frypans are well suited to everyday cooking tasks and provide a modern alternative to traditional non-stick cookware.
Choosing the right frypan size
Frypans are available in a range of sizes designed to suit different cooking needs. Choosing the right size frying pan ensures you have enough space to cook food evenly while maintaining good heat distribution.
Small frypans: around 20 centimetres are perfect for cooking eggs or preparing meals for one or two people.
Medium frypans: around 24 to 26 centimetres are versatile for everyday cooking such as sautéing vegetables or frying chicken.
Large frypans: around 28 centimetres provide more cooking surface and are ideal for preparing family meals or searing larger portions of meat.
Many kitchens benefit in opting for a cookware set that includes different size pots and pans to suit different recipes.
Minimax’s top selling frying pan brands
Choosing a frypan from a trusted cookware brand ensures long lasting durability and reliable cooking performance, backed by a manufacturers warranty. Minimax’s top selling frypan brands combine craftsmanship and high quality materials to deliver cookware designed to last for years.
Known for premium Danish designed cookware that combines durability with advanced non stick technology. Made with a focus on sustainability and performance, Scanpan cookware is designed for even heat distribution and everyday cooking reliability.
Internationally recognised for their iconic enamelled cast iron cookware. Crafted in France, Le Creuset pieces are known for exceptional heat retention, durability and timeless design, making them a favourite among home cooks.
Premium stainless steel cookware and Italian craftsmanship. Designed for excellent heat control and long lasting performance, Essteele cookware is widely used for everyday cooking and professional style meal preparation.
GreenPan is known as a market leader for their innovative non-stick cookware designed for healthier cooking. Featuring advanced ceramic non-stick coatings, GreenPan cookware is designed to be durable, easy to clean and suitable for everyday use free of toxic coatings.
Cookware designed for performance and durability. Known for hard anodised aluminium construction and high quality non-stick surfaces, Anolon cookware is built to provide reliable heat distribution and long lasting cooking performance.
Premium non-stick cookware manufactured in Switzerland, featuring a diamond reinforced coating, designed for durability and even heat distribution. Swiss Diamond cookware is known for its strong non-stick performance and easy maintenance.
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Frying pan FAQs
What is the best frypan material?
The best frypan material depends on how you cook. Non-stick frying pans are excellent for everyday meals and delicate foods, while stainless steel and cast iron frypans offer durability and strong heat retention for searing and browning.
What size frying pan should I buy?
Most households find that a 24 to 28 centimetre frying pan provides the best balance of cooking surface and versatility for everyday cooking.
Are non-stick frypans safe?
Modern non-stick frypans from reputable cookware brands are designed to be safe when used according to manufacturer instructions and are ideal for low oil cooking.
What frying pans do professional chefs use?
Professional chefs commonly use stainless steel or cast iron fry pans because they offer excellent heat control and durability for high heat cooking.