Is Non-Stick Pan a Good Choice for Cooking? 5 Things You Should Know

Can we cook in a non-stick pan? Let's understand the pros and cons of it. (Pics: Freepik)
Gayatri Hasabnis
By : Published: 02 Dec 2025 22:32:PM
Nonstick frying pans are suitable for cooking because they are convenient for low fat cooking and easy to clean.

Nonstick frying pans are suitable for cooking because they are convenient for low fat cooking and easy to clean.

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While they are not suitable for frying at high temperatures or acidic foods and require careful handling to avoid damaging the coating.

While they are not suitable for frying at high temperatures or acidic foods and require careful handling to avoid damaging the coating.

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Highly acidic foods such as tomatoes, vinegar and lemon juice can damage nonstick surfaces over time and become difficult to remove.

Highly acidic foods such as tomatoes, vinegar and lemon juice can damage nonstick surfaces over time and become difficult to remove.

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Dishes that require constant stirring, whisking, such as Chinese stir-fry, can quickly wear down the surface.

Dishes that require constant stirring, whisking, such as Chinese stir-fry, can quickly wear down the surface.

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Use only wooden, silicone or plastic utensils to avoid scratching or damaging the nonstick coating. (Disclaimer: Given the input is on an information basis, please seek professional advice.)

Use only wooden, silicone or plastic utensils to avoid scratching or damaging the nonstick coating. (Disclaimer: Given the input is on an information basis, please seek professional advice.)

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