Q: What is the best type of frying pan for reducing the amount of oil needed for cooking?
A: The best type of frying pan for reducing the amount of oil needed for cooking is one that has non-stick properties, such as ceramic, titanium, and granite or stone frying pans.

Types Of Cast Iron Cookware

8-piece Cast Iron Cookware Set

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Granite or stone frying pans are made from a combination of materials, such as ceramics, stone, and titanium. These pans are known for their durability and non-stick properties. They are ideal for cooking delicate dishes and reducing the amount of oil needed for cooking. However, they are prone to chipping or cracking with rough handling, so it's important to handle them with care.

It is important to consider the design of the pan when cooking specific food items, but generally, these pans are interchangeable.

Cast iron is usually what you think of when you mention the word “skillet.'' Cast iron is heavy, and it can be hard to maneuver in the kitchen. However, many people love cast iron because it can retain heat. Newer pans will need to be seasoned with a light coating of oil. After the pan is seasoned, cast iron has excellent non-stick abilities. 

Saute pans have straight sides and usually come with lids. French skillets, on the other hand, have slightly sloped sides and are typically smaller in size. They also do not usually come with a lid, unlike saute pans.

 The Dutch oven is a versatile and essential piece of cookware that has been used for centuries.  The Dutch oven is a heavy-duty pot with a tight-fitting lid designed for slow cooking, braising, and baking.  Dutch ovens come in a variety of types and materials, each with its own unique uses and functions.

Best for: searing a nice crust on meats, such as chops and steak (not good for acidic foods, like tomato sauce, as the iron reacts, imparting a metallic flavor)