Matfer Bourgeat 062005 Frying pan, Steel, Gray

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When you’re cooking on the stove, the angle of the flame and the height and length of the handle will determine whether the handle gets hot and how hot it gets. Cast iron cookware, like carbon steel, has a high heat tolerance, but it doesn’t heat nearly as fast (more on this in a second).

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One of the benefits of carbon steel is that it performs like a cast iron pan without the added weight, so we wanted to make sure that each pan was easy to handle and maneuver. We assessed the weight and feel of each pan and how balanced it felt from handle to body. We also considered how hot or slippery each handle felt in our hands. As the marketplace changes and more people discover the benefits of carbon steel, we expect to see more carbon steel cookware on the market, possibly entire sets. Design:Carbon steel is traditionally utilitarian cookware, most popular with professional chefs who want cheap, durable, high-performing pans. Carbon steel pans have only recently become popular among home cooks, especially in the US.The most significant limitation of carbon steel cookware is the fact that it reacts with acidic foods. The shape is also great, especially if you prefer a more traditional shape or even a straight-sided sauté pan, which this comes dangerously close to being. This means you can safely deep fry in this pan as well as do everything else that carbon steel skillets are great at. What are your thoughts on carbon steel cookware? Did I miss any pros or cons? Let me know in the comments below.

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Why is this a big pro? Because you can switch it between different cookers depending on the recipe, and you can take it on the go.If you’re looking for affordable new cookware that you can use for most foods, speeds up your cooking time, and lasts for years—then yes, you should buy carbon steel cookware.