When going shopping for a new frying pan for the kitchen, it is difficult to pass by Tefal brand products, the dishes of this brand have become so popular in our country. The Tefal pan with non-stick coating is in special demand. All information about this product, including real customer reviews, is presented in our article.
Producer information Tefal
The history of the Tefal trademark began more than 60 years ago, in the mid-50s of the last century, when French engineer M. Gregoire first applied polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) to an aluminum surface. In this way, he succeeded in inventing the first non-stick frying pan. And two years later, the Tefal brand was registered in France.
As expected, a pan that never burnt food was doomed to success. Already 5 years after the brand was founded, the demand for non-stick cookware increased to 1 million units per month. Today, a variety of products of this brand, includingincluding crockery and household appliances, represented in more than 120 countries.
Non-stick coating for frying pan
In the manufacture of Tefal pans, a non-stick coating can be applied to the inner and outer surfaces. The inner surface of dishes with such a coating can be smooth and embossed. The latter option is preferable for pans, as it helps to better separate cooked food from the surface.
There are several types of non-stick coating: PowerGlide, Titanium Pro, Titanium Excellence, Prometal Pro. All of them have powerful non-stick properties, are easy to clean, and each subsequent version of the coating is more advanced than the previous one.
Tefal non-stick pan has a number of advantages:
- allows you to cook he althy food without adding fat;
- speeds up the cooking process;
- makes washing dishes easier;
- Suitable for stovetop and oven cooking.
With the Tefal frying pan, you can forget about sticky and burnt food. The process of cooking will give you only pleasure.
Frying pan characteristics
In addition to having a non-stick coating applied to the inner surface, the Tefal pan has the following features:
- material - most Tefal pans are made of aluminum, which has excellent thermal conductivityproperties;
- outer coating - manufactured with a stainless steel, non-stick or enamel outer coating;
- The Tefal Thermo-spot heat indicator built into the non-stick coating changes color to bright red when heated. In this case, the picture on the disk completely disappears. A change in the color of the indicator signals that the pan has evenly warmed up to a temperature of 180 degrees and you can start cooking.
Tefal non-stick pan comes in a wide range of models, sizes and shapes. Round frying pans are available with a diameter of 18-30 cm.
How to use the pan
Frying pan with non-stick coating requires careful handling during operation. So that it does not lose its unique properties, the following recommendations should be followed during cooking in it:
- before cooking for the first time, the pan should be washed with a soft sponge and regular detergent;
- do not use metal sponges and metal kitchen accessories while using the product, as this may damage the non-stick coating;
- start cooking only when the indicator located in the center of the cover becomes uniform red;
- Do not allow the pan to overheat as this will greatly reduce the life of the coating.
The range of Tefal frying pans forinduction cookers
Most of the pans in the Tefal range are suitable for induction cooktops.
The bottom of this cookware has a special coating that provides even heat distribution and resistance to deformation.
Among the entire range of Tefal pans with non-stick coating, the following models designed for induction cookers can be noted:
- The Talent series is a set of Tefal pans made of aluminum with Titanium Pro coating. Unlike the Tefal Intensium coating, it is more reliable, durable and durable. Suitable for intensive use without loss of quality dishes. The bottom of the cookware is made of a 4.5mm thick Induction stainless disc.
- Character series - a set of frying pans with Titanium Pro coating and Tefal Thermo-spot heating indicator. Each Tefal pan for induction cooker from this series has a thick and durable stainless steel bottom, made using Induction Technology technology, which ensures even heat distribution and eliminates deformation of the dishes.
- Expertise series - Tefal Titanium Excellence non-stick model suitable for all types of cookers, including induction. Thanks to the special Thermo-spot sensor and the thick bottom, the heat is evenly distributed and the optimum temperature is maintained throughout the entire cooking process.
- Tefal Jamie Oliver model - cast aluminum frying pan withPrometal Pro coating with hard ceramic base and sapphire particles. Unlike other models, it is allowed to use metal kitchen accessories in the process of cooking in this pan.
- Tefal Sensoria Model - Titanium Pro non-stick pan suitable for all stovetops and oven use.
In total, the range of Tefal pans with non-stick coating includes more than 20 models of cookware designed for cooking on various stoves, including induction.
Tefal pan with non-stick coating: positive reviews
Most people who have a Tefal pan with a non-stick coating in their everyday life, even after several years of use, are satisfied with its quality. In addition, buyers like:
- stylish pan design;
- presence of a thick bottom;
- uniform heating of the surface;
- the presence of a heating indicator.
Tefal pan with non-stick coating, designed for all types of heating, is convenient because it can be used for cooking both on induction stoves and on gas. These are the dishes that customers choose most often.
Negative customer reviews
There are also users who speak negatively about Tefal pans. They are of the opinion that the non-stick coating gradually burns out during operation, and its particles settle onproducts. But it is worth noting that this is not at all the case. The examination showed that during the production of dishes, any harmful substances are removed from the coating and such a coating does not pose any risk to consumers.
In general, the non-stick coating on a pan is convenient, resistant and durable, but only if you follow all the recommendations for using the cookware.
Tefal non-stick pan: price
The cost of the Tefal frying pan depends primarily on its shape, diameter and series. So, for example, dishes from the Tefal Jamie Oliver series are considered the most expensive. A Tefal frying pan of this series with a diameter of 20 cm costs about 4 thousand rubles, and a model with a diameter of 30 cm can be bought for only 7 thousand rubles. But this is one of the most expensive series of the brand.
At the same time, a Tefal pan (28 cm) with a non-stick coating from another line will cost about three thousand rubles. This is the kind of dishes that ordinary customers prefer to buy.
