How to Determine if a Pan is Suitable for Induction Cooking?

Households switching to induction cooking usually do well to buy new induction pans. If you cook with pans that are not suitable, you won't benefit from the advantages we mentioned earlier. Additionally, there is a risk of damaging the induction cooktop. How do you know if you need new induction pans? You can test a few things yourself. First, the magnet test. Induction cooking requires that the bottom of the pan be magnetic. If a magnet sticks to the bottom of the pan, then the pan has passed this test.

Another requirement for a pan is a flat bottom. Without a flat bottom, the pan does not make sufficient contact with the cooktop, requiring a lot of energy to prepare a meal. You won't benefit from the energy savings of induction cooking. To test if your pan is flat, turn it upside down and use a ruler or a spirit level. Test both the inside and the outside of the bottom. Is the pan flat and is the bottom magnetic? Then the pan is suitable for induction cooking.

In practice, we usually see that pans used for gas cooking for years are no longer suitable for induction cooking. Want to be absolutely sure? Get advice from our product specialists.

Types of Induction Pans

There are many different types of induction pans. Just like with pans for other heat sources, there are induction cooking pots, induction frying pans, induction roasting pans, and induction soup pots. At Koken en Wonen, we have a wide range of all types of induction pans. Are you looking for an induction pressure cooker, an induction pancake pan, or an induction saucepan? Koken en Wonen has everything you need for induction cooking. We highlight a few commonly used induction pans for you.

Induction Frying Pan

The frying pan is perhaps the most used pan in Dutch households. A good induction frying pan is a must-have in the kitchen. For optimal heat distribution, we recommend a frying pan with a thick bottom. These bottoms retain heat well and distribute it evenly across the entire pan. A new induction frying pan should suit your situation. Are there many people at home? Then it might be wise to buy a pan with a larger diameter. We are happy to help you make the right choice.

Induction Roasting Pan

An induction roasting pan is suitable for roasting meat, but not only that. A roasting pan can also be used for making delicious sauces or soups. This type of pan is sturdy and robust. Many of the induction roasting pans in our range are made of cast iron. This material retains heat excellently, making these pans ideal for stewing and roasting. At Koken en Wonen, we are constantly working on assembling the best range of induction roasting pans. We invite you to take a look.

Induction Grill Pan

The induction grill pan has become very popular in recent years. Preparing vegetables and meat in a grill pan requires no additional cooking fats like oil or butter. This makes your dishes leaner, something many people find important nowadays. You certainly don't compromise on flavor. Products from the grill pan have a characteristic smoky taste that we know from barbecues. In our online store, you can easily choose from a wide range of induction grill pans for every budget!

Induction Wok Pan

Woking is a cooking technique that everyone knows. It originated from Asia. When woking, ingredients are prepared at very high temperatures in a short time, preserving the nutrients in the products as much as possible. An induction wok pan makes this healthy way of cooking possible. Although you are not using a high flame, the result is the same. Looking for a new induction wok pan? At Koken en Wonen, you are guaranteed to find the wok pan that suits you.

Induction Sauté Pan

The induction sauté pan is perhaps the most versatile pan in the kitchen. You name it, and you can use the sauté pan for it. Think of one-pot meals, sauces, sautéing meat and fish, and leftovers. Once you have a sauté pan in the kitchen, you can't do without it. Check out our induction sauté pans and make your choice! Do you have questions about one of our products? We are happy to assist you.

Soup Pot for Induction

Are you having guests over and have no idea what to make? With a delicious bowl of freshly made soup, you'll make everyone happy. An induction soup pot is then indispensable. Depending on the size of the soup pot, it is possible to quickly prepare a delicious and nutritious meal for any group size. At Koken en Wonen, we ensure that there is a suitable soup pot available for everyone. Take a look at our entire range of induction soup pots.

Induction Cookware Set

Buying an induction cookware set is often the best solution if you've switched from another heat source to induction. In that case, you may not know which pots are still usable. You also don't want the old pots to damage your new induction cooktop. You can easily buy an induction cookware set online at Koken en Wonen. You have the choice of different brands and price ranges. The BK cookware set for induction is an affordable choice. For those who value more quality and a longer lifespan, we recommend looking at the Fissler induction cookware set or a Demeyere induction cookware set.

Induction-Compatible Materials

Induction pots come in various types. We have mentioned a few here. Induction pots are made from different materials. A requirement for the material in an induction pot is that it must be magnetic. We'll show you some of the most commonly used materials for induction pots and tell you what the specific characteristics of the material are.

Stainless steel is a material with many properties that make it interesting for use in induction pots. Stainless steel is relatively inexpensive and remains beautiful for a long time because it is not susceptible to rust. Stainless steel does not conduct heat as well as other materials. For this reason, the bottom is very important in a stainless steel induction pot.

Cast iron induction pots are among the most energy-efficient pots. Cast iron heats up quickly and conducts heat excellently. Cast iron is a sturdy material that can withstand rough handling. This type of induction pot lasts for many years. The long lifespan and energy efficiency make a cast iron induction pot an excellent investment.

Aluminum is not inherently suitable for an induction pot. The material is not magnetic. Yet, there are many excellent aluminum induction pots available. The issue of magnetization is solved with a bottom that incorporates cast iron, steel, or another magnetic material.

Best Choice for New Induction Pots

What the best induction pots are depends on your specific needs and requirements. We always advise not to skimp on the quality of your induction pots, even if you're not an enthusiastic cook. With induction cooking, the bottom of the pot becomes very hot. The better the quality of the pots, the longer the lifespan. Don't feel like investing heavily in the best induction pots from brands like Fissler or Demeyere? Then there are more affordable options that will also serve you well. Do you need personal advice? You can contact us by phone, but we would also love to see you in our store in Appingedam.