Summary of Reddit Comments: Best Teflon Pans

Cast Iron and Carbon Steel

• Pros: Provide a great sear, durable, and can be used in the oven.
• Cons: Can be heavy, handle can get hot, may require special care like seasoning.

Stainless Steel

• Pros: Versatile, lighter than Cast Iron, durable, and easy to clean.
• Cons: Can develop scratches easily, may not be as nonstick as other materials.

Non-Stick Pans (Including Teflon and Ceramic)

• Pros: Easy to clean, great for certain foods like eggs.
• Cons: Coating can deteriorate quickly, especially with Teflon, concerns about chemicals leeching into food.

Aluminum

• Pros: Offers good thermal conductivity.
• Cons: Not recommended due to safety concerns.

Anodized Aluminum

• Pros: Durable, long-lasting, easier to clean.
• Cons: None mentioned.

Other Materials

• Copper: Ideal for precise, high-speed cooking at low to medium high heat.

General Tips and Insights:

• Cast Iron can be seasoned to be nonstick, but may need special care like proper maintenance and heating.
• Stainless Steel can be a versatile option, but Cast Iron may offer a better sear.
• Special care needed for Cast Iron, including using oil after washing and avoiding using metal utensils.
• Non-Stick Ceramic pans can deteriorate quickly, unlike Stainless Steel or Cast Iron.
• Carbon Steel pans are lighter than Cast Iron and more nonstick.
• Cleaning Cast Iron with water, soap, and a scrub brush is sufficient.
• Avoid using steel wool on Cast Iron.
• Some find Cast Iron pans heavy, while others praise their durability and cooking abilities.
• Detailed care instructions for Cast Iron may vary in practice and necessity.
• Stainless Steel, Cast Iron, and Carbon Steel each have specific strengths and are suitable for different cooking needs.