What can I cook in a saucepan?

A kitchen saucepan set can be used to prepare various dishes, including pasta, rice, sauces, gravies, soups, stews, vegetables, porridge, custards, and jam.

What is the difference between a saucepan and a frying pan?

A frying pan or skillet has gently sloping sides and is used for quick frying, searing meats, making omelettes, etc. A saucepan has straight upright sides and allows cooking food in abundant liquid. The best cooking saucepans can be used for multiple purposes like boiling, simmering, or making sauces.

Are Milton ProCook saucepans available with lids?

Yes, our saucepans have well-fitting glass or stainless steel lids. The sauce pan with lid allows faster cooking by trapping moisture and heat. If you opt for a glass lid, you can monitor food without lifting the lid.

How to clean burnt food from a saucepan?

Soak the pan in hot water for 20-30 minutes to loosen the burnt deposits. Use a non-abrasive sponge or soft brush to remove the food gently. For stubborn stains, make a paste of baking soda and water and scrub gently before rinsing. Ensure the non-stick coating is intact after cleaning.

Can you use a saucepan as a frying pan?

It is not ideal to shallow or deep fry foods in a saucepan as the straight sides do not allow excess moisture to evaporate easily. For pan frying, use a skillet or frying pan instead. But in a pinch, you can sauté vegetables or pan-fry some foods in a saucepan.