Stainless Steel Electric Skillet: Buyer's Guide

 

stainless steel electric skillet
Before purchasing a stainless steel electric skillet, it is important to consider a few factors. You'll need to consider the skillet's size. Typical sizes include 11,12, 14, and 16 inch pans. Asses your cooking needs. Will you be using it to prepare breakfast, lunch, dinner or all three meals. Larger pans are ideal for casseroles and big cuts or meat, but if you are sinlgle, you will probably need a smaller 12 inch skillet.

if you prepare your family meals with small children around the kitchen, choose a skillet with a dome cover made from tempered glass. Look at the handles on the appliance. Large handles that make the pan easy to handle are ideal .The pan's footing should include at least 3 nonslip feet.

Read customer reviews. The evaluations come from actual customers who have actually prepared dishes with the skillet. So, before you spend any money, take some time to read what they have experienced.

Stainless steel electric skillets are usually very easy to clean. Most are dishwasher safe. Choose a skillet that requires little or no maintenance.

Price is usually a concern for most buyers. If you have a large budget for kitchen appliances, try to stick with a name brand like Cuisinart or Presto. If you have any problems with the skillet's performance, larger manufactures will usually respond quicker. Expect to pay about $120-$150 for a top stainless steel electric skillet. We've reviewed the CucinaPro and Precise Heat pans.

If you are a bit concerned with appearance, do some research. Evaluate the images of the cookware and make sure it fits your taste. We found some appliances that were a bit avant guarde in appearance, but still performed very well.

Take a look at the skillet's warranty. Most manufacturers do offer warranties up to 3 years.