frypans

Stovetop browning tools

Frypans is the plural of frypan, a shallow pan with a long handle used for frying food.

The term is more common in Australian and New Zealand English; Americans and Britons typically say frying pan or skillet.

She stacked the frypans in the cabinet.

cooking

searing

Browning with intense heat

caramelizing · deglazing · flipping · tossing · heat distribution · preheating · oil · butter · sizzling · golden crust

cookware

skillets

Shallow cooking pans

Dutch ovens · stockpots · roasting pans · casserole dishes · baking sheets · colanders · spatulas · tongs · lids · handles

features

nonstick coating

Slick layer preventing adhesion

diameter · depth · weight · heat retention · dishwasher-safe · scratch-resistant · seasoning · flat bottom · ergonomic · balanced

brands

Lodge

Named fraternal chapter

KitchenAid · Caraway · Hawkins

Opposites
cooking vessel depth and function

frypansstockpots

Large cooking vessels

pots · Dutch ovens · saucepans · cauldrons · stewpots

cooking method

frypanssteamers

Clams or cooking vessels

boilers · double boilers · salad spinners

Family

frypan

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G