Electric pans: features and selection

Along with many popular gadgets that greatly facilitate the process of cooking, in the market of household appliances there is such a device as an electric frying pan. This device is popular for both home use and catering. However, not everyone knows what exactly the features of such a product are, which varieties are on the market, and how to properly operate the device. These nuances need to know before buying this device, and all of them will be discussed in detail in this article.

As you might guess from the name of the device, the electric pan works directly from the power source. Its design is very similar in shape to a conventional griddle, but the main difference is that the electric frying pan is equipped with a special infrared or thermal heating element. It is he who is saturated with energy from the source and heats the surface of the device.

An electric griddle is an indispensable device for those who do not have a gas stove, for example, students. And also it is perfect for fans to get out to the cottage. The main advantages of this device are several factors.

• The pan is equipped with a special thermostat that allows you to control the temperature of the heating surface of the device.
• On this appliance you can cook different dishes without using vegetable oil, which cannot be done on many models of conventional frying pans or with a minimum amount of oil.
• Caring for the device is quite easy. Unlike traditional models of pans, which have to be cleaned both from the inside and the outside, it is enough to wash the electric analog only from the inside, since no deposit is formed on the outside.
• The surface of the electric frying pan warms not only quickly, but evenly. It also affects the heat treatment of products - it also occurs more evenly.
• Included with such a device are often additional useful elements that facilitate the process of its operation, for example, anti-slip stands.
• Without exception, these device models are equipped with a non-stick coating.
• An essential plus will be the function of heating food. In an electric frying pan, you can do it the same way as in a microwave, while in a conventional frying pan there is a risk to fry the dish more strongly during the preheating process.

Do not neglect the disadvantages of such devices, although they are few.

• Some frying pans do not have to be detached from the cord and adapter. Because of this, the process of washing such products becomes quite troublesome.
• Additional costs of electricity. If you actively use this device, be prepared for the fact that the electricity bill will increase.
• The cost of some models is quite high.

Like most household appliances, a power griddle is represented in stores in certain varieties, each of which has its own distinctive characteristics.

• The first criterion is the location of the heating elements. They, as a rule, are built into the bottom of the device, but there are also such models in which these elements are also located in the covers. Warming up at the last type turns out bilateral.
• Another sign is the shape of the pan bowl. It can be not only round, but also rectangular with rounded corners, square or oval. Dimensions of the device can also vary.
• One of the criteria is the material from which the pan lid is made. Here are two options - metal and glass.

In addition to the shapes, sizes and location of heaters, an important feature is the function of such devices, according to the characteristics of which there is also a classification of species.

• Pan wok it has high sides and a bottom made in the shape of a cone. It is used, as a rule, for stewing, sautéing, cooking stews, crumbly cereals or pilau.

• Electrofrying pan narrowly specialized type created for the preparation of specific dishes, which most often include steaks, pizza or other pastries. Such devices are mostly two-way.

• Multifunctional products mini-format. The list of dishes that can be prepared in such elegant devices is huge and can include both classic scrambled eggs or casseroles, as well as more complex meat dishes.

• Electric models, created specifically for frying meat and vegetables, have double-sided heating and are called grilled pans.

• Electric mini mini road pan has a compact body. She allows to use it for a warming up of ready dishes. And also on it you can fry sausages, scrambled eggs or make hot sandwiches.

When selecting the most suitable for you pans should pay attention to such models that have already gained popularity and positive reviews in the market of household appliances. These include several items.

• The first oven-frying pan, produced under the Russian brand "Great Rivers", was model "Sorceress-1". This device has a round case with a diameter of 36 centimeters and a depth of 7 centimeters. The lid, equipped with a special steam outlet, is made of durable glass, and the handles do not heat up. Equipped with a power of 1500 W, this pan also has several temperature regimes. The approximate cost of such a model is 2500 rubles.

• Electric type frying pan, closer in parameters to mini models, is called Galaxy GL 2660. The depth of this device is only 4 centimeters, it is equipped with rubberized legs, as well as a lid made of glass. The handles of such a griddle are also made from heat-resistant raw materials. This model is ideal for travel to the country, and at the same time will be inexpensive - from 900 to 1200 rubles.

• The representative of domestic products in the field of electric furnaces is model "Miracle" Double sided heating made of aluminum. This multifunctional pan is used for cooking all types of dishes, except the grill. Its capacity is more than three liters, and the height of the walls is equal to four centimeters.

The process of choosing a pan, working from the mains, should be approached very responsibly. This procedure takes into account a number of important criteria.

• Body material defines parameters such as device weight. Most models of electric frying pans are made of aluminum, but there are also analogues of cast iron, which will be heavier. Pay attention to the material of the handles was heat-resistant.If the pan is chosen for the house, then the weight may not be so important, but if you plan to transport it, too massive structures will become unnecessary weight.
• Pay attention to that the lid was made of durable glass, and was not too flat. A more rounded lid allows large pieces of food to be placed in the pan.
• Prefer those units from which you can unplug the power cord for the implementation of washing the case.
• The wider the range of temperature regulation, the more dishes you can cook in an electric frying pan, so pay close attention to this parameter.
• A spout built into the housing will be an element in the design of the device. It allows you to get rid of excess fluid in the process of cooking some dishes.
• Power indicators should be selected based on the purpose of use, its frequency and the number of people for whom food will be prepared. For a large family, for example, you will need a more powerful device than for one person.
• Preferences in cooking. They determine the required depth of the structure. For example, if you like meat and often make steaks, then you need a deeper frying pan.

To clean and take care of this type of electrical appliance stands, adhering to certain rules.

• Before washing the device, make sure that it is not connected to a power source and that its surface has completely cooled.
• Next you need to disconnect the control panel, disconnecting it from the network beforehand.
• Wipe the pan dry, but if carbon deposits are formed, you can pour water and boil it. So the carbon can be easily removed without damaging the non-stick layer. Boil need from 5 to 10 minutes depending on the degree of contamination.
• The surface must be cleaned with a soft cloth or the non-rough side of the sponge. Be sure to let the casing dry after cleaning.
• The cover is allowed to wash in the dishwasher using various detergents.
• After the pan dries, lightly grease its working part with vegetable oil.
• Carefully ensure that neither water nor cleaning products get into the connector for the control panel.
• Remember that you can not immerse the device in water, as well as apply aggressive agents to clean it.

See the following video for an overview of the Clatronic PP 3401 electric skillet.