A skillet is a versatile cooking tool for all types of cuisine. Skillet cooking covers pan frying, sautéing, scrambling eggs, making pancakes and much more. Given its long legacy and wide popularity, the skillet comes in many sizes, designs and materials. You can choose a model with a lid if you want to capture more heat in the pan. You may prefer a non-stick skillet for certain dishes, like eggs, which easily stick to conventional pans. You might even want an electric skillet to make dishes even when all the burners on your stovetop are busy.
The classic cast-iron skillet can handle high heat and be used on both the stove and in the oven. It’s perfect for making steak that needs to be browned on the stove top and then finished in the oven. It can also be used for baking cornbread and cobblers, and it’s a piece of essential gear for outdoor cooking over open coals or a campfire.
If you have an induction stovetop, make sure that you choose an induction-compatible skillet. This category can include many popular skillet materials, including cast iron skillets, copper skillets and stainless-steel skillets.
