Pancake pan - how to choose the right one?

Pancake lovers usually know how important it is to use the right pan for frying pancakes so that they brown, become crispy and easily come off the surface. There are different sizes of frying pans available on the market, made from different materials. Perfectly matched, it will allow you to prepare a batch of delicious, appetizingly flavorful, golden pancakes using minimal fat. How to choose the right frying pan?

Why buy a special pan for pancakes?

Frying pancakes in a regular frying pan can be tedious by and large, if only because of the higher sides that make pancakes more difficult to flip. Specially designed models have low edges, which makes it easy to lift the edge of the pancake without fear of tearing it. The form for pancakes is designed in such a way as to facilitate the spreading of the dough over its surface as much as possible. Many of them also have a non-stick coating, so you can fry food with little fat.

What to look for when buying the right frying pan?

When completing kitchen appliances, there may be doubts about which pancake pan to choose. First of all, remember that pans are classified according to their size. On the market you can find some with a diameter of 20 to 30 centimeters. The largest ones are best suited for making croquettes, pancakes or mountain pies. Medium-sized pans allow you to fry pancakes of a universal size, ideal for breakfast. The small pots are ideal for preparing meals for kids, party appetizers or quick lunches, for example.

Another point to consider before buying a pancake pan is its shape. The most common are round ones, which are designed for frying traditional pancakes. However, square pans are also commercially available, which are ideal for frying Japanese tamago omelettes. They are made up of several layers. They can be served alone, with various toppings, or used as an accompaniment to sushi. Square shapes are also great for large spring rolls that can be easily wrapped in an envelope.

As for the material from which the pan is made, there are ceramic, cast iron, titanium, Teflon and aluminum appliances. The first type is characterized by a smooth surface that prevents the ingredients from sticking. In addition, it is scratch resistant. Cast iron pans are quite heavy, but they are of high quality and durability. Titanium models are the strongest, while aluminum models are lightweight but the least durable. Teflon prevents ingredients from sticking, so they are easy to clean.

Owners of induction cookers should be aware that the pan is designed for such heating surfaces. To find cookware compatible with induction, it is enough to find a special marking on its packaging - the coil symbol.

To make the use and cleaning of the pan easy and enjoyable, it is worth purchasing appliances that can be washed in the dishwasher. This saves a lot of time and energy.

How much does a pancake pan cost?

The price of a pancake pan depends, among other things, on the material from which it is made, as well as the size, quality of the equipment and the manufacturer. The cheapest ones are already available in the price range of PLN 25-40.

A good pancake pan for a person who cooks pancakes, hash browns or pancakes (American pancakes) regularly can cost even more than 100 PLN. Household appliances at this price, however, are characterized by very good quality. The set often includes various accessories, such as spatulas, brushes to help cover the pan with the right amount of oil, sticks for spreading dough, and others.

How to make perfect pancakes?

To make pancakes like from a food blog, you need to remember a few important things, incl. to obtain the desired type of flour. Type 500 is best suited for pancakes. When preparing the dough, remember to respect the proportions of the ingredients - the finished mass should have the consistency of liquid sour cream and be homogeneous, without lumps. Before frying, heat the pan well so that the dough does not stick to its coating. Finally, don't use a lot of oil for frying, but at the same time, be sure to thoroughly grease the pan with a very thin layer of fat before pouring another batch of dough on the pancakes.

A pancake pan should be well heated and greased with a thin layer of oil. Before pouring a portion of the dough onto the surface of the vessel, remember that this cannot be done “on fire” so that the pancake does not burn. Therefore, the pan must first be removed from the burner for a moment. How long to fry a pancake on one side? Until small air bubbles appear on its surface and the edges of its edges become dry, curled up. It usually takes about 10-15 seconds. Next is the hardest part for some! - step - flip the pancake. This is where a special wooden or silicone spatula comes in handy, although experienced people can effectively toss the pancake into the pan and turn it over. The frying time of the cake on the other side is also about 10-15 seconds.

There are many types of pancake pans on the market. Your choice will depend, among other things, on the available budget, as well as skills in the kitchen. It is also worth remembering the correct choice of equipment in terms of the presence of a dishwasher or induction cooker.

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