German pans: the best brands
The quality of the products manufactured by the German industry, no one will be able to dispute. This fully applies to German pans. But they will definitely have to be chosen, taking into account the characteristics of each brand.
General information
In Germany, frying pans are made for a wide variety of consumers. The factories of this country know how to arrange the work of designers and choose very pleasant colors. Another attractive aspect of German products is the use of a wide variety of materials. Titanium products have the longest life. They allow the use of steel utensils for the kitchen.
German-made cast iron pans are also quite durable. They are not damaged even by serious mechanical stress. Cooking in cast iron cookware is easy and simple. Even with a complete lack of experience, amazing crispy dishes can be prepared.
In Germany, excellent ceramic pans are also made, suitable for a wide variety of stoves (except for induction-type hearths).
Main brands
Among German firms, the concern stands out Woll. He specializes in die-cast aluminum cookware with titanium and ceramic coating. The material is not simply applied over the main structural layer - it is fused into it. This solution allows avoid sticking in almost any way.
The Woll technology, according to the manufacturer itself, allows you to cook food without the use of oils.
Fissler cookware demonstrates very good results. This company is the world leader in the production of pans from stainless steel grades. Fissler products are made with an innovative design approach.
From the inside, the pans are equipped with markings that allow you to determine the level of the liquid.
The designers took care of the possibility of placing the glass lid vertically on the edges of the container and the use of a heat-distributing bottom.
Among the leading brands it deservedly entered and Kaiser Hoff. She produces pans from cast iron and aluminum. It features a gray non-stick coating on the inside and a colored heat-resistant layer on the outside. Each frying pan is of high quality and durable.
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Other manufacturers
SKK products should also be referred to premium-class frying pans. This manufacturer has existed since 1985. The production base is located near Cologne. The main construction material is cast aluminum. All SKK models use a non-stick coating.
Important: all copies are cast by hand, and only then a non-stick layer 60 microns thick is applied.
This approach allows for completely exceptional performance. The frying pan is ecological, with a thickened bottom (about 1 cm). The thickening of the bottom increases the thermal conductivity of the cookware and at the same time eliminates thermal deformation. Thanks to professional technology, the product will last as long as possible.
SKK company has tested its products at a leading German certification center. He issued certificates testifying to the premium quality and absolute safety of the manufactured products. Series Diamant 3000 designed for gas, electric and glass-ceramic hearths.
Important: the dishes in this series must not be washed in dishwashers.
The manufacturer uses a perfect five-layer coating to improve non-stick properties.
Titan induction, as it is easy to understand already from the name, is intended primarily for induction cookers. Titanium is not used in the construction. Like other SKK pans, these items are not dishwasher safe. The diameters of the products of the Cologne concern range from 20 to 28 cm.The height of the side is unchanged at the same time - 5.5 cm.
Covers are not included in the scope of delivery. SKK complements its frying pans with removable bakelite handles.
A good alternative can be considered Mayer & Boch. But one must understand that this manufacturer is only disguised as a European company. All production facilities are located in China. The "German" company specializes in the production of ceramic pans and other kitchen utensils.
Among the truly Germanic products, it is worth mentioning the products of the Baf company. Its full name is Baf Industrie GmbH. The products of the concern definitely surpass the imaginary Bosch. As for Baf, this brand has been on the market since 1914.
All this time she has been trying to implement the trends in the development of the kitchen industry.
The range includes pans with aluminum and steel bases.
Steel products combined into the Greenline Induction series. The professional line Goigant Profi also deserves attention. These pans are equipped with long handles and an extra thick bottom.
Concern Baf uses its own innovative non-stick coating MicroCERAMIC. It includes:
- a layer that prevents sticking;
- coating that blocks the abrasive effect;
- intermediate layer;
- base (it is made from a mixture of titanium and ceramics).
Baf products can be applied on any stoves and ovens. They do not emit any toxic substances and comply with the latest European design standards. German engineers have taken care of the ergonomic steel and plastic handles. Cast cases are quite reliable and allow heat to pass through very quickly.
All versions are backed by a three-year proprietary warranty.
Among the frying pans, Baf stands out wok Gigant Newline Induction. It features a durable ceramic coating. You can safely use steel blades for work. An important positive property is the presence of a removable handle. You can easily prepare a dish of any Asian cuisine on the wok.
What pans are there?
Finally, it is useful to understand the names of the types of pans so as not to be mistaken when choosing:
- universal type (suitable for a variety of tasks);
- brazier (optimal for baking in the oven);
- grill pan (its ribbed bottom helps to save oil and achieve an attractive ribbed crust on the surface of the meat);
- wok (great choice for working with vegetables);
- stewpan (hybrid of a simple frying pan and an ordinary saucepan);
- pancake maker (the essence is clear from the name).
But no matter what type of frying pan is and no matter how perfect it is, correct handling is very important. For the first time, the dishes are washed in warm water, adding a small amount of the detergent mixture. It is unacceptable to heat the dishes to more than 260 degrees. If this rule is violated, the protective layer begins to fade. It will have to be restored after each wash.
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