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4.0 out of 5 stars
Works great, September 11, 2004
This review is from: Anolon Advanced Clad 12-Inch Open Stir Fry with Helper Handle (Kitchen)
I've had this stir-fry pan for some weeks now, and overall, I'm quite satisfied with it. It heats up quickly and evenly with low heat, although you'd want to turn up the heat a little for stir-frying. I've also used it for (Indian) dishes which are primarily liquid in character and need to be reduced while cooking. I do stir it occasionally, and the curry/liquid doesn't stick to the bottom at all! Also, it doesn't splatter or boil over due to the capacious nature of the pan.
The size would work well for a family, as such, it is a little too large for a couple. It is fairly heavy too, and the helper handle does help with that. Both handles remain cool and are comfortable in the hand. I really liked this silicone-rubber stuff! Clean-up is very simple. At the most, it might require minimal soaking before cleaning. I usually clean my pots and pans by hand, so I'm unable to comment about the use of dishwasher for it, although it is supposed to be dishwasher-safe. Also, I've not used it in the oven, though it is supposed to be oven-safe upto 400 F. I've given this item four stars according to my subjective need, and not due to its performance, which, in my opinion deserves five.
PS: As mentioned, it doesn't come with a lid, which is not needed for most of the cooking. But I bought a farberware 12" steel lid to go with it, and although it fits, it doesn't fit 'perfectly.'
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4.0 out of 5 stars
yes but will not work on induction cooking, September 13, 2011
This review is from: Anolon Advanced Clad 12-Inch Open Stir Fry with Helper Handle (Kitchen)
Anolon Advanced has positioned this "clad" line in competition with All Clad and the clad Cuisinart line. In many respects it is superior as noted by others, however, be warned, it will not work on an induction cooktop/range.
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