The best stainless steel cookware

Every housewife knows how important good kitchenware is in the kitchen. Kitchen utensils are made of various materials. For many years, products made of stainless steel have been very popular. Such models have excellent characteristics, they have an excellent appearance, are convenient to use, they are easy to care for.

Choosing a good stainless steel kitchen utensil, it is worthwhile to find out what advantages the products have, besides you need to make sure that there are no obvious shortcomings.

Advantages of stainless steel cookware.

• Products from this material are durable and reliable. They are made of high strength material that is resistant to deformation. Such dishes are practically not scratched, there will be no chips on it.
• Such dishes will last a very long time. If you use the products correctly and take care of them, then containers made of this material can last for decades.
• Thanks to the use of such products, dishes retain in sufficient quantities important trace elements.
• Environmental friendliness and hygiene of the material. During the operation of stainless steel products, scratches or chips will not appear on the surface, which reduces the risk of developing a pathogenic environment for the growth of bacteria.
• Products are easy to clean. Pots and other dishes made of this material are easy to clean with a sponge and detergent. Soot and dirt from them is well cleaned with a tool with abrasive particles.

Due to the high quality characteristics, utensils made from stainless steel have been especially popular for almost 100 years. Many housewives give preference to such products, because:

• they have a beautiful steel color that fits perfectly into any kitchen interior;
• in the cooking process does not require a large amount of oil;
• time saving due to quick cooking;
• in such containers you can store the marinade, without fear of an oxidative reaction;
• in stainless steel pans, heat is evenly distributed over the entire surface.

The bottom of such products is capsular, and in addition to stainless steel, aluminum and copper are in the composition. This leads to the fact that the containers heat up faster, they are able to hold heat for a long time.

When choosing stainless steel products, you should pay attention to the models that are produced by domestic manufacturers. Their quality is by no means worse than imported analogues. Kitchen sets made of Russian-made steel are distinguished by an affordable price, great design, they are convenient to use.

A review of dishes made in Russia will help to make a choice. The main companies that specialize in the production of these models are “Rich Harvest”, “Katyusha”, “Gourmet” and “Amet”.

• Rich Harvest Company engaged in the implementation of sets of dishes that are recommended for use during the preparation of products. Such containers are more suitable for sterilization. Due to the thickness of the multi-layer bottom of the pan, the canning process is much faster.

• TM "Katyusha" offers customers a wide range of steel products. The products of this company are of high quality and at the same time quite affordable price.

• Brand "Amet" known to many residents of the country. The tableware factory has been operating for over 120 years. High-quality professional cookware "Amet" is in demand among housewives in the kitchens, it is chosen for cooking in dining rooms, bars and restaurants. Do not forget to take convenient containers and bowlers tourists. For them, manufacturers have released a series for the kitchen "Country". In this dish dishes are obtained not only tasty and fragrant, but also very healthy.

• Products of TM "Gourmet" It has a higher price, since it is produced on imported, more expensive equipment. The company is engaged in the production of kitchen containers with a multi-layer bottom. Such products have a very beautiful polishing. The bottom of the product consists of 3 layers: steel - aluminum - steel. The bottom, due to such a thickening, will warm up evenly, and the food will not burn.

Ladles, pans, sets of large and small containers made of stainless steel are in great demand for the following reasons:

• can be used on stoves of any type, as well as in the oven;
• it is possible to wash in a dishwasher;
• Includes original cover.

The assortment of the company is very wide. Buyers can purchase not only sets of pots, but also individual containers of different sizes and volumes, ladles, pans. The company also offers all kinds of kitchen accessories.

Especially popular for many years are models of foreign manufacturers. The most famous brands are the German company Fissman, Zepter, HoffMayer and Gipfel. German stainless steel products are of the highest quality, have excellent strength, serve for many years.Sets of pots can be used not only for cooking culinary masterpieces, they can store ready-made food.

The Gipfel company (Germany) is engaged in release premium kitchen utensils. The products of this company are chosen not only by ordinary consumers who want to enjoy the taste of unique dishes, but also by professional chefs.

Advantages of kitchen utensils:

• it is possible to cook dishes on all types of stoves;
• products are resistant to damage;
• hypoallergenicity;
• environmental Safety;
• beautiful appearance.

Fissman's motto is always one step ahead. The advantages of the models are:

• stainless steel 18/10;
• capsule bottom of several layers;
• beautiful design;
• unique technologies;
• warranty from the manufacturer.

For many years, Tefal has been the market leader in the manufacture of cookware of excellent quality. Such products have non-stick coating, multi-layer capsule bottom and silicone handles.

Housewares from stainless steel of the Swiss company Kuhn Rikon are in great demand among housewives. It is made of steel with the marking 18/10. Suitable products for a gas stove, as well as electric, ceramic and induction stoves.

The housewives Daily set of three items is in great demand. The kit includes:

• 1.8l bucket;
• 3.3l pot;
• 7.6 liter pan.

This is an elite kitchenware, which was invented in Japan in 1973. Japanese kitchen utensils have long won recognition not only at home, but also abroad. The company is named after its creator. The trademark contains Japanese characters denoting a rice field and Mount Fuji.

Japanese-made pans have special tags that show displacement. The models have rounded edges of the walls, thanks to which moisture does not get on the tile. The handles of the products are very convenient, they do not heat up. The lids on the containers are convenient, they have a flat shape, which is convenient for storage.

Advantages of models:

• high-quality Japanese chromium-nickel stainless steel is used in production;
• the inner polishing of the products is matte, with a special scratch resistance;
• convenient molded handles are provided that do not heat up;
• the edges are treated with an innovative drop-stop method.

An alternative to utensils of more expensive brands can be considered TM Lessner (England). The company sells good quality steel kitchen utensils at an affordable price. Lessner pans will last a long time, they are easy to care for, and convenient to use.

The rating is continued by the Czech company Tescoma, which produces models from environmentally friendly materials. The tanks of this company have a three-layer bottom; convenient covers with a steam outlet are provided. Suitable containers for all types of plates.

Under this brand, kitchen utensils are made in two price segments. So, the company produces economy-class products and elite models.

Buyers will be able to purchase products of this company at a low price. The wall thickness in such containers is only 0.6 mm on the wall and 3 mm on the bottom.

In the manufacturing process, 201 grade steel is often used. Although you can find better products that are made of austenitic steel grade 304. In order for the products to last longer, you should pay particular attention to these characteristics, otherwise the utensil may soon crack or begin to rust.

When choosing products of the elite class, the wall thickness of the products will be up to 1 mm. These pans have a three-layer bottom with a 5 mm aluminum disc.

To choose a good kit or just one stainless steel tank, it is important to consider many factors, and not focus solely on the appearance of the models, their mirror shine. In the manufacture of dishes, manufacturers can use various alloys.

1. For the production of high-end kitchen utensils, austenitic steel is taken. High-quality dishes are produced with the marking 18/10, it can be used to judge the highest quality of products.
2. Stainless steel products may vary in production method. Inexpensive dishes are made by stamping. Cast utensils are more expensive, while it will last much longer.
3. When choosing dishes, it is worth paying attention to the thickness of the heat distribution layer of the bottom and wall. If the kitchen has a gas stove, you should not choose models with plastic handles, otherwise they will melt under high heat. To avoid this, flame dividers can be used.
4. When purchasing models, you should carefully examine them outside and inside. Grinding must be absolutely even, without scratches or chips. You also need to make sure there are no dents.
5. You should check how tight the lid fits.
6. Thanks to the bottom of the three layers, the heat is distributed evenly, and the surface heats up much faster. Additional bells and whistles in the form of an additional layer of copper or a temperature sensor are not mandatory, while they increase the cost of products.

Choosing the right option, you need to know how to care for such utensils so that it lasts much longer. Before using containers for the first time, wash them with non-hot water and detergent. Products should be wiped dry after washing. Utensils can also be washed in the dishwasher. In the event that the pots are washed by hand, it is better not to use metal washcloths and rub the dirt with abrasive products.

Do not scrape leftovers from the walls with sharp objects, knives or forks. Also, do not use a whisk of metal, so as not to scratch the surface. It is not recommended to pour cold liquid into heated containers so that the surface of the products does not fade. A pot without liquid is not recommended to overheat.

See how to choose a stainless steel pan in the next video.