The dual-riveted handle is long and made of the same material as the pan. The straight handle makes it easy to move the skillet and provides a secure grip. Some designs sport a grab handle on the front.

Black Cast Iron Construction: Griddles and grill pans made of black cast iron are prized for their excellent heat retention and distribution, making them suitable for a variety of cooking methods. The black finish adds a sleek and modern aesthetic to the traditional cast iron material.

Frying Pan and Skillets: Are They the Same?

Most of these pans have a long handle, making it easy to move the pan on and off the stove. However, larger frying pans may include a smaller grab handle to carry the weight.

They heat up slowly: Working in a busy kitchen, chefs are on the constant lookout for fry pans and other cookware that can heat up quickly. Sadly, non-stick frying pans disappoint here by exhibiting slow heat transfer due to the Teflon coating. Whereas, the stainless steel pans from The Indus Valley’s latest Tri-ply Stainless Steel cookware range heat up evenly in no time.

Overall, French skillets vs frying pans are versatile kitchen tools that can be used for a wide range of cooking techniques with less oil than deep-frying.

 When caring for enameled cast iron cookware, it is important to avoid using metal utensils that can scratch the enamel surface.  Instead, choose wooden or silicone utensils to maintain the integrity of the coating.  Additionally, it's best to hand wash enamel-coated cast iron cookware to prevent the enamel from chipping or getting damaged.