The Difference Between a Frying Pan and a Sauté Pan

To ordinary folk, these are two kinds of kitchen cookware that can be used interchangeably. The frying pan and the sauté pan are flat bottomed pans with low sides. By definition, a frying pan has sloping sides and is usually sold without a lid. The sloping sides help to prevent a build-up of steam in the pan. A saute pan generally has a lid and more or less vertical sides. It allows food to be shaken without spilling.

When choosing a sauté pan look for triple layer construction. It consists of a layer of aluminum clad between two layers of stainless steel. Both materials combine to produce heat that distributes evenly and is maintained for more efficient cooking. Look also for riveted handles. Welded handles fall off with repeated use. Riveted handles can last a lifetime.

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