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Oh my first KitchenAid item! I am excited to team up with KitchenAid to review their stainless steel cookware.
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So I wanted new frying pans, because the bottom of the old ones were scratched so I had to throw them away (with any coating, you need to be careful when they get scratched). I was really only looking into stainless steel this time. Specifically, one that is ceramic non stick made with non-toxic, PFSA-free coating. If you do a fair bit of cooking like me, you’ve probably done your own experimenting and completed your learning curves on the metal composition of frying pans. Stainless steel is a durable option, at the moment I think it’s one of the best (if not the best) option.
But not even all stainless steel is created to be equal: some are designed for cooking and some are not.
The difference between generic stainless steel and 304 stainless steel
Stainless steel is a broad umbrella of iron-based alloys that contain at least 11% chromium to prevent rusting, while 304 stainless steel is a specific, most popular cooking ware grade within that family. Stainless steel 304 is a specific, high-quality grade of stainless steel (often marked as 18/8 or 18/10). And then there’s also 316 stainless steel that can offer extra corrosion resistance. The first is for everyday cooking, and the latter is premium cookware or frequent cooking with salty or acidic ingredients.
And of course this can be enhanced by PFSA-free coating and aluminium core, which is where we find the Set of 2 Multi-ply Stainless Steel Ceramic Coated Frypan, 24cm & 28cm from KithcenAid.
Is KithcenAid worth it?
Generally speaking, I’ve not met a KitchenAid item I didn’t like and didn’t want to own, but somehow I never actually got any. I keep thinking to invest in their iconic stand mixer, one day when my old mixer breaks, I will treat myself to it. But one day…!
I believe KitchenAid products well worth the money and even hold their value. So if you, say, moving house, downsizing and not cooking as much anymore, you can easily sell them for £££. Or $$$ if you are reading this on the other side of the pond. This is because people like them, they are good quality and everyone knows this. The hive-mind doesn’t lie.
About the Multi-ply Stainless Steel Ceramic Coated Frypan
Construction: It’s made of 3-ply metal layering: heavy-gauge stainless steel interior and exterior with an aluminum core with ceramic non-stick coating that is PFAS-free.
Design and durability: Features a brushed stainless steel finish, sealed rims and a seamless interior to prevent corrosion. Stay-cool cast stainless steel handles designed for a secure, comfortable grip.
Compatibility: Suitable for all hob types, including induction.
Care and safety: Dishwasher-safe (however, like with all cookware, hand washing will extend it’s life) and oven-safe (up to 220°C).
Other details: stay-cool handles, curved rims that enable drip-free pouring, sealed edge to prevent corrosion and provide durability.
Review: what I thought about the Multi-ply Stainless Steel Ceramic Coated Frypan
I’ve tried both pans with a few things:
- fried tofu with olive oil
- fired egg without oil
- made a Thai veggie curry
- fired pieces of chicken for the kids’ chicken salad
So I’ve tried them with a couple of different, staple food items I regularly make, I’d say on a daily basis. Which is what I expect from these new, stainless steel KitchenAid frypans: being used daily.
The first thin I noticed, unlike the GreenPan I tested a while ago, these didn’t release any bad smell at the first use. I think it’s a good sign of the ceramic coating being decent.
Second, I needed very little or no oil to fry tofu and eggs. As you can see, I have added some olive oil when frying the tofu, but notice the oil drops on the pan’s surface? I didn’t really need oil.
Third, I noticed that lower heat is the best for these pans (because I didn’t turn it up to start with, but I only did this by accident), I guess this is because of the aluminium core, that heats up easily. Meaning, I had the pan on 5/6 out of 8 on induction hob and it worked like it was turned up to the max. So, be mindful when you use it, you’ll need to get into the habit of using lower heat with these frypans.
And finally, cleaning them is very easy. I used both dishwasher and washed them by hand too, which was no trouble at all. I think, I will keep washing it by hand, so that I can preserve it the best I can.
How much does the KitchenAid Multi-ply Stainless Steel Ceramic Coated Frypan cost?
At the moment the set is available at Harts of Stur and Brand Alley RRP £169.90
It’s a bit expensive at the first glance, but 2 frypans are included in that price and like I said, KitchenAid products are known to be a good investment!