This 28 cm stainless steel frying pan from Amazon Basics is a no-nonsense workhorse if you want proper searing without the flakiness of non-stick coatings. Made from food-grade 18/8 stainless steel with an aluminium-clad base it distributes heat evenly across the whole surface which is ideal for browning steaks crisping potatoes or frying eggs without hotspots.

Unlike cheap non-stick pans this one can handle high temperatures and is fully oven safe up to 260°C. That means you can start on the hob and finish in the oven without switching cookware. It also works on gas electric and induction hobs. The handle is fully riveted and reinforced so it stays solid even when the pan is full. There is a hanging loop at the end if you store your pans on the wall.

Because it is stainless steel you will need to use oil and preheat it properly for best results but in return you get a pan that will not peel chip or wear out like coated pans. Customer feedback is mostly positive with many saying it feels like a professional-grade pan at a budget price. Some note that cleaning requires a quick soak if you overcook but stainless steel can be scrubbed back to new unlike Teflon.

If you want a pan that can survive years of heavy use instead of replacing non-stick every few months this is a straight upgrade for minimal cost.

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