Imagine the aroma of grilled meat, juicy vegetables or perfectly cooked fish that you can enjoy in the comfort of your own home at any time of year. Are you ready to discover the secret to turning ordinary dinners into unforgettable gastronomic experiences? Dive into the world of barbecue with us and discover all the reasons why it's quality grill panalso known as a steak pan, an invaluable helper for every cook.
Grill like a chef in the comfort of your own kitchen!
Barbecues are not just about summer evenings spent in the garden, but can be a magical part of your everyday kitchen.Barbecue pans brings the taste and atmosphere of outdoor barbecues to the comfort of your home. Not only will they give your food an unmistakable grilled look, but they will also become an elegant and practical addition to your kitchen.
5 good reasons to get a grill pan
- The grill pan allows you to prepare healthy and tasty dishes with typical grilled features without the need for a large grill.
- It is perfect for cooking meat, vegetables, fish or even fruit, with minimal use of oil.
- The typical ribbing on the bottom of the pan traps excess fat and juices, which are then easy to pour off, and prevents the food from stewing.
- When you're already investing in quality meat, a special grill pan takes you one step closer to the perfect steak.
- Last but not least, grilling on a griddle is faster, more precise and less laborious than grilling on an open fire.
What to consider before you start looking for the best grill pan
When choosing a grill pan, it's important to consider several factors that affect whether the piece you choose will make you happy.
Something to watch:
- Material of which the pan is made: Always choose quality and proven materials, whether with regard to their specific properties, health safety or maintenance requirements.
- Surface non-adhesion: A very nice feature is the non-stick surface of the pan, which will not stick to your food when you turn it and which also guarantees easier cleaning.
- The type of cooker in your kitchen: Are you looking for a grill pan for induction or do you cook on a gas or electric hob? Are you going to use the pan in the oven or on a conventional grill? Make sure the pan you choose meets these requirements.
- The shape of the pan: The square pans are particularly suitable for grilling meat and fish and generally for preparing dishes that do not need to be stirred.
- The size of the pan: For one or two people you can get by with a smaller pan, but for more hungry people don't be afraid to reach for one of the larger models.
Material in the lead role: which will make the steaks sizzle with bliss?
Steel grill pans
Steel is characterized by excellent durability and stability. You will appreciate it in the kitchen thanks to its ability to conduct heat well and its natural non-stick properties,
which will increase with each use. But right from the start, you must first properly sear the steel grill pan.
- Fast warm-up
- Good thermal conductivity
- Natural, increasing non-stick resistance over time
- High resistance
- It also gets along with induction!
- Requires regular maintenance
- Steel pans can rust with improper care
Cast iron grill pans
The cast iron grill pan guarantees perfect heat conduction, which is especially crucial for grilling meat. Know that this pan will be heavy and solid and will last you a lifetime if handled properly.
You don't have to worry about putting the cast iron grill pan in the oven, on the grill or on an open fire, it will also work on all types of cookers including induction. You just can't wash it in the dishwasher, as it risks deteriorating its non-stick properties.
- Even heat distribution and retention during cooking reduces energy consumption
- Unrivalled durability
- Versatility - cook on gas, induction, grill or stove, bake in the oven. The cast iron pan will not be upset by anything.
- Grilling on a cast iron pan is gentle and preserves nutrients
- Worse handling due to weight
- Not recommended to be washed in the dishwasher
Titanium grill pans
Titanium is a strong and lightweight material, and the titanium grill pan will impress you with its perfect non-stick and a surface you could, with a little exaggeration, chop wood on. But you don't have to go that far - just work with metal tools on the titanium surface and you can safely wash the pan in the dishwasher or, if necessary, scrub it with a rough brush without risking scratches.
of titanium
- Lightweight
- Perfectly non-stick
- Scratch resistance
- Easy maintenance and cleaning
- Titanium grill pans can have a higher price tag than other materials
- Compared to steel and cast iron, titanium has slightly poorer thermal conductivity
Aluminium grill pans
Aluminium grill pans have the advantage of being easy to handle due to their weight. At the same time, they heat up quickly to the desired temperature and conduct heat well. On its own, the aluminium surface is unsuitable for contact with food, but this is often prevented by the non-stick coating on the pan. Before you enthusiastically embark on the purchase, however, it is worth mentioning the disadvantages. These are undoubtedly a shorter service life, not so good durability and dimensional stability and, last but not least, the risk of damage to the top non-stick layer. At Kulina, we therefore recommend choosing (not only) aluminium pans from proven, quality brands.
grill pans
- Lightweight and easy to "handle"
- They heat up quickly to the desired temperature and conduct heat well
- They are more affordable than models made of other materials
- Aluminium can easily deform
- Susceptibility to scratching of the top non-stick layer
Jakub Černý, Head of Purchasing at Kulina
Quality grill pan can mean the difference between an ordinary meal and a true culinary experience. If you're a barbecue enthusiast and want to enjoy your food in the comfort of your own home, or if you just don't feel like firing up the garden grill, you won't regret buying a grill pan. If you want a piece that will meet your expectations and maybe even exceed them with its versatility, reach for durable cast iron or steel, or for perfect non-stick and easy cleaning, get a pan made of titanium.
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What features to look for in grill pans?
Non-stick and good thermal conductivity for quick retraction and vitamin preservation
The pan should have a quality non-stick surface for easy food preparation and cleaning. Especially the moment you are preparing steaks, you really don't want to, that the surface of the pan is what's going to turn a showpiece piece of meat into an unsightly burnt, old-soled thing.
Compatible with hob, oven and dishwasher
To be usable, the pan must be compatible with the type of cooker you have at home. This is especially true if you are cooking on an induction hob. For this, always choose pans and pots with ferromagnetic bottoms. If you find washing dishes by hand to be an unimaginable torture, then make sure that the grill pan model you choose is also dishwasher safe due to the materials used.
Size and shape of the grill pan
The size should suit your needs - smaller for singles or couples, larger for families. Then choose the shape of the pan according to your preference - a square pan is suitable for roasting meat and fish and generally any food that doesn't need too much stirring. With a round pan, you will especially appreciate the more convenient and efficient stirring of ingredients.
Do you grill with induction? Choose your pan wisely!
This has been said several times above, but if we were to leave one rule in stone, it would be the one about induction: for induction cooking you need pan with ferromagnetic bottomto react properly with the induction plate. So make sure that each model meets this requirement, otherwise you won't cook much with induction.
Complete your steak experience with quality knives
The perfect steak deserves not only the perfect grill pan, but also high-quality serving tools. To make the experience of every bite even better, add premium steak knives to your grilling equipment, which are the ideal accessory for easily slicing even the juiciest steaks. Check out our range of recommended steak knives
Final summary, or the ultimate checklist for choosing the best grill pan
You already know that you want to indulge in barbecue in your kitchen, and you're already peeking out of the corner of your eye at our range of grill pans? Then go ahead!
Make sure:
- The pan has a non-stick bottom. Titanium is absolutely unbeatable in this respect, aluminium is not that far behind, but it is prone to scratches and deformations. Both steel and cast iron have a degree of natural non-stick, which increases with use and proper care.
- Grill pan material conducts and holds heat wellwhich you will appreciate especially when grilling steaks. High-quality grill pans made of steel or cast iron ensure great results.
- Your new helper will means appliancesthat you use, whether it's the type of hob (especially with induction), the dishwasher or the oven option.