Vida Winter Posted June 23, 2023 Share Posted June 23, 2023 Hi all, I haven't been here for a while (kids graduated), but I thought I could get some good input on this crucial subject. Which is the best small frying pan for cooking an omelet? Are nonstick pans as toxic as some say? If not nonstick, will anything else work? I'm not opposed to using butter but I don't have time to chisel the egg from the pan each day. I will probably purchase from Costco online if you want to look at my options. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted June 23, 2023 Share Posted June 23, 2023 Welcome back! I would get a small cast iron pan. If you season it correctly, they are quite nonstick in practice. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Selkie Posted June 23, 2023 Share Posted June 23, 2023 I cook oil free and find Ozeri ceramic pans to be fantastic. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0851M22X9/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 I don't have experience cooking eggs in them, though. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Katy Posted June 23, 2023 Share Posted June 23, 2023 I like ceramic nonstick. I have tried the $22 one from Walmart and the $250 one from Williams Sonoma and in this one instance the Walmart ones lasted longer. I toss them as soon as they get scratched. Get the large one with a lid and use spray avocado oil to make perfect omelets and frittatas. A cast iron pan is better in theory but in reality I can’t keep a good seasoning on them, probably because I don’t cook with much fat and my older kids abuse them. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fairfarmhand Posted June 23, 2023 Share Posted June 23, 2023 1 hour ago, Jean in Newcastle said: Welcome back! I would get a small cast iron pan. If you season it correctly, they are quite nonstick in practice. I cook eggs in a small cast iron skillet every day and it works very well. I just wipe it out with a damp cloth. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farrar Posted June 23, 2023 Share Posted June 23, 2023 I cook eggs in my triple ply pans. I have Tramontina, but All Clad is the other major brand. I find they just need the slightest coating of oil. I either rub a tiny bit of butter on or spritz a tiny bit of oil. The pan often looks practically clean after I cook. I don't trust the nonstick. Even if they're safe, they don't really hold up for years. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScoutTN Posted June 23, 2023 Share Posted June 23, 2023 I have both ceramic nonstick and Tramontina both are good. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Indigo Blue Posted June 23, 2023 Share Posted June 23, 2023 @Selkie what do you think about these? https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09SS5Y5D7/ref=syn_sd_onsite_mobileweb_0?ie=UTF8&psc=1&pf_rd_p=55047bd8-11f3-4343-afe7-e9146a57ac3d&pf_rd_r=EQXTZDNTD6PRRS2X32GR&pd_rd_wg=rtv4l&pd_rd_w=xhVwX&pd_rd_r=bf99608a-871d-4f8d-ad65-10d3712729a0 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarita Posted June 23, 2023 Share Posted June 23, 2023 I prefer using my stainless steel pans (I don't trust non-stick at all). I don't really understand not using a stainless steel pan to cook eggs, I've never had issue cleaning a stainless steel pan from cooking eggs. Some oil make sure it's hot before putting in the egg, don't touch too much. Then even when I mess up those steps I've never had to use elbow grease to clean a pan I've used for eggs. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Storygirl Posted June 23, 2023 Share Posted June 23, 2023 I got a ceramic pan for the first time ever, and it is awesome for eggs. They slide right out and don't leave residue behind. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Selkie Posted June 23, 2023 Share Posted June 23, 2023 17 minutes ago, Indigo Blue said: @Selkie what do you think about these? https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09SS5Y5D7/ref=syn_sd_onsite_mobileweb_0?ie=UTF8&psc=1&pf_rd_p=55047bd8-11f3-4343-afe7-e9146a57ac3d&pf_rd_r=EQXTZDNTD6PRRS2X32GR&pd_rd_wg=rtv4l&pd_rd_w=xhVwX&pd_rd_r=bf99608a-871d-4f8d-ad65-10d3712729a0 I haven't tried Caraway, but many people in my WFPB groups have their pans and rave about them. Their ads keep popping up in my Facebook feed and their cookware and bakeware is gorgeous! Scan Pan is another brand I see mentioned all the time that people really love. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vida Winter Posted June 24, 2023 Author Share Posted June 24, 2023 4 hours ago, Jean in Newcastle said: Welcome back! I would get a small cast iron pan. If you season it correctly, they are quite nonstick in practice. I think, no matter what this will be part of what I purchase, probably pre-owned so I won't have to season it. I have a huge cast-iron pan that is almost too heavy to lift, but I like it for some things! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vida Winter Posted June 24, 2023 Author Share Posted June 24, 2023 3 hours ago, Clarita said: I prefer using my stainless steel pans (I don't trust non-stick at all). I don't really understand not using a stainless steel pan to cook eggs, I've never had issue cleaning a stainless steel pan from cooking eggs. Some oil make sure it's hot before putting in the egg, don't touch too much. Then even when I mess up those steps I've never had to use elbow grease to clean a pan I've used for eggs. Is there a particular brand of stainless steel pan that works for you? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vida Winter Posted June 24, 2023 Author Share Posted June 24, 2023 3 hours ago, Storygirl said: I got a ceramic pan for the first time ever, and it is awesome for eggs. They slide right out and don't leave residue behind. Do you remember what brand of ceramic pan it is? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gardenmom5 Posted June 24, 2023 Share Posted June 24, 2023 For an omelet? - All-clad D5 nonstick. With a domed lid. It's a whole new level of cooking. all-clad factory is currently having a seconds sale. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArteHaus Posted June 24, 2023 Share Posted June 24, 2023 Le Creuset enameled cast iron. I have the 13”, and it is perfect (perfect and heavy, though). I don’t think non stick is a good choice, as it pertains to toxicity. However, I cook eggs only in the Le Creuset, and they don’t stick. Previously, I used All Clad stainless steel, and for whatever reason it was always a pain to clean off eggs, it drove me nuts. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shoeless Posted June 24, 2023 Share Posted June 24, 2023 (edited) I have Tramontina and All Clad tri-ply and can't tell the difference between them. I like the Tramontina slightly better because the handle is more comfortable, IMO. I don't trust non-stick pans; Teflon off-gassing will kill pet birds. I wouldn't be surprised to find out that repeated exposure over time to Teflon gases is bad for humans, too. Edited June 24, 2023 by Shoeless 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mom31257 Posted June 24, 2023 Share Posted June 24, 2023 I like Blue Diamond pans. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarita Posted June 24, 2023 Share Posted June 24, 2023 13 hours ago, Vida Winter said: s there a particular brand of stainless steel pan that works for you? I use Calphalon. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vida Winter Posted June 24, 2023 Author Share Posted June 24, 2023 13 hours ago, ArteHaus said: Le Creuset enameled cast iron. I have the 13”, and it is perfect (perfect and heavy, though). I don’t think non stick is a good choice, as it pertains to toxicity. However, I cook eggs only in the Le Creuset, and they don’t stick. Previously, I used All Clad stainless steel, and for whatever reason it was always a pain to clean off eggs, it drove me nuts. I have a Le Creuset pot, and will try it out for eggs to test the surface. I also have an All-Clad pan which is hard to clean - I have to soak it and use baking soda or Bar Keeper's Friend to get it looking nice. I do love these two though, and would spend the $$ if I find they work with omelets, but I have a feeling I may need a nonstick just for the omelet pan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vida Winter Posted June 24, 2023 Author Share Posted June 24, 2023 13 hours ago, gardenmom5 said: For an omelet? - All-clad D5 nonstick. With a domed lid. It's a whole new level of cooking. all-clad factory is currently having a seconds sale. I'll search for this -- I have a large All-clad copper bottom pan which is a pain to clean but I love it and use it often. Every single pot and pan I own is from a different manufacturer. Kind of like the way I used to pick curriculum, lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janeway Posted June 24, 2023 Share Posted June 24, 2023 20 hours ago, Katy said: I like ceramic nonstick. I have tried the $22 one from Walmart and the $250 one from Williams Sonoma and in this one instance the Walmart ones lasted longer. I toss them as soon as they get scratched. Get the large one with a lid and use spray avocado oil to make perfect omelets and frittatas. A cast iron pan is better in theory but in reality I can’t keep a good seasoning on them, probably because I don’t cook with much fat and my older kids abuse them. I splurged and got some pot holders and towels from Williams Sonoma and they fell apart so fast. I likely will not shop there again. They seem to be overpriced cheap stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Katy Posted June 24, 2023 Share Posted June 24, 2023 1 hour ago, Janeway said: I splurged and got some pot holders and towels from Williams Sonoma and they fell apart so fast. I likely will not shop there again. They seem to be overpriced cheap stuff. I don’t think everything from there is low quality, but some things definitely are. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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