Frying pans "Biol": pros, cons and best models

Pans are one of the oldest types of cookware. And today, such utensils are available in almost every kitchen. But if earlier all the necessary products were prepared in one, less often two pans, today almost every dish has its own separate look. It is such a wide range that the Biol brand offers customers today. Among the many models, each hostess will find her own, since any of the pans has its own characteristics.

Biol is a Ukrainian manufacturer that has entered the world market relatively recently, but has already managed to win the attention and love of many buyers. Since the foundation of the company, namely since 1999, it was positioned as a manufacturer of high-quality, diverse and inexpensive kitchen utensils of various types made of aluminum.

But in 2012, production began to be redesigned, and now the main area of ​​its activity is the manufacture and sale of high-quality cast-iron cookware, in particular pans of various types.

And it is the Biol frying pan made of cast iron that interests buyers most of all today. The main question that worries everyone: is such ware so safe and high-quality as it was before the boom of Teflon coatings? To get an answer to this question, you should study the varieties of such dishes, its pros and cons.

If we talk about the negative sides of this type of cast-iron cookware, then, in principle, they are absent. But this is only subject to proper care for all types of Biol brand pans.

When choosing the wrong storage location, using too aggressive detergents and poor-quality washing of the utensil itself, a rust coating may appear on its bottom, and subsequently on the walls. And this parameter is the only significant minus. True, not all consumers face it, but only those who ignore the manufacturer's recommendations for care.

Another relative drawback is the rather large weight of such utensils. But you need to understand that a pan made of real cast iron cannot be light. And this factor is definitely worth considering when buying.

But the advantages of this type of cast-iron cookware are much greater.

• Affordable price combined with high quality. All pans are made of high quality material that has passed all the necessary tests. This ensures their long and safe operation. And low cost allows everyone to become the owner of a real cast-iron frying pan of any type.
• The unique coating of such utensils makes it durable and easy to use. There is no need to use soft blades, because even with an ordinary spoon or knife, it is virtually impossible to scratch the bottom or walls of the container.
• Even after many years of operation, the bottom and walls of such pans do not deform. In addition, if there is a removable or cast-iron handle, then the container can be used not only on the stove, but also in the oven.
• Pans "Biol" made of cast iron, perfectly retain heat for a long time and heat evenly. This is especially important when stewing and baking products.
• Wide range of. Today, this type of cookware is produced by the Ukrainian brand in different series, and each consists of several models. This allows the manufacturer to satisfy the needs of even the most sophisticated customers.

The Biol company today produces many different models of pans, and all of them are divided into specific categories, which facilitates the process of choosing a buyer.

Here, the manufacturer divided his dishes into certain groups.

• The grill is ordinary and with a press. Such a pan allows you to cook food with little or no added oil. It has a unique ribbed surface, and excess fat flows into special grooves at its bottom. This container is ideal for making steaks, vegetables and even sandwiches or toasts. A frying pan with a press consists of two parts and is ideal for cooking even steaks, chicken, tobacco and other dishes, where the top should be cooked under a press. The shape of the grill is rectangular or round, as are the press covers.

• Pancake capacity. It has thin and low walls, the bottom is not more than 3.5 mm in thickness. Surface - cast with non-stick coating. Often such pans are also called portioned and are used not only for making pancakes, but also for fritters, julienne and other dishes. Their diameter is different - from 20 to 28 cm. The shape is standard round.

• Wok. The main purpose of such cookware is to fry foods together as quickly as possible at high temperature. So they retain more benefits, and the taste of the finished dish is special. Such pans have a narrow thickened bottom and high wide walls. It is due to this form that the correct and fast cooking takes place. Diameter - from 24 to 38 cm.

There are in the assortment of Biol company also ordinary frying pans intended for cooking a wide variety of dishes. The height of the walls can vary from 3 to 7 cm, and the diameter from 24 to 36 cm.

All cast iron cooking utensils of this kind divided into groups:

• with a complete set (this group includes not just frying pans, but whole sets - with the "woks" of the last series - with a spatula, lids, chopsticks and even measuring cups);
• without equipment (this category includes dishes that are sold even without a lid in the kit, its cost is much lower than that of the previous type).

Depending on the appearance of the pan, there may be:

• with cast iron handles;
• with metal rivets;
• wooden;
• with removable or welded.

If you plan to use such dishes not only on the stove, but also in the oven, it is best to choose models with cast iron or removable handles.

When choosing a pan, a mini-rating of the most popular types of kitchen utensils from buyers will help. By choosing any of the above copies, even the most fastidious buyer will be satisfied.

• Wok 0526C - is the sales leader of cast iron pans of the Biol brand. The dishes are equipped with a dense, heat-resistant glass lid, has the correct shape and a comfortable roomy volume. The diameter of the utensils is from 26 to 30 cm. Non-stick coating, a thickened bottom and a stylish attractive look, together with an affordable price and high quality of operation, rightfully made this model a sales leader.

• Classic pan 0120which is suitable for baking pancakes and fritters. It has two handles, one - cast iron round, the second - removable wooden. It can be used both in the oven and on the stove. Diameter - from 20 to 28 cm. Suitable for use on plates of any kind, sold without a cover in the kit, but if necessary it can be purchased separately.

• Serving pan 02032. Completely cast model with two cast-iron handles located on the sides. The surface is non-stick as always, the height of the product is 3.5 cm. Ideal for baking bulk cakes, portioned dishes and pancakes. It can be used on all types of tiles and in the oven. Diameter - from 20 to 26 cm.

• Grill 10241 The best-selling model of pans of this kind. Separately, the buyer has the opportunity to purchase either a glass heat-resistant lid or a press lid, or maybe both at once. The height of the container is 4 cm, the diameter is from 40 to 46 cm. There are two handles on the grill: one of them is removable wooden and the second is cast iron. The surface is classic ribbed. It can be used on all types of stoves, in the oven and even on the grill.

On average, the cost of one such cast-iron pan of the Biol brand ranges from 1300 to 3500 rubles.

In order not to be disappointed in the new acquisition and happy to use it for many years, enjoying the unique taste of food, you must properly approach the process of acquiring a cast-iron frying pan.

• Decide on the purpose of further use of utensils. The type and specific model of the pan will depend on it.
• The type of plate on which the dishes will be used. It is imperative to study the manufacturer's recommendations and find out for which tiles the container is suitable, whether it can be used in the oven.
• Determine the approximate amount of food that you plan to cook. This is necessary in order to purchase a pan of suitable height and diameter.
• You should purchase dishes of this type either directly from the manufacturer or in trusted stores.

But it’s not enough just to choose a cast-iron pan, guided by these recommendations. It is necessary to take care of it regularly and correctly. After all, only in this way will she retain her factory qualities for many years.

Each Biol product is accompanied by an individual instruction, which describes in detail the basic rules for caring for kitchen utensils. With regards to the cast-iron pans, they are as follows:

• Before first use, rinse the container thoroughly with warm water;
• wipe the pan dry, and then calcine over medium heat for 15-30 minutes, filling the bottom with salt;
• then remove the container from the heat and let it cool to room temperature;
• remove salt from the surface and rinse again in warm water;
• over medium heat, reheat the pan to a temperature of about 10 degrees and with a brush, lubricate its inner surface and walls with a thin layer of vegetable oil;
• Remove from heat and store in a ventilated and dry place.

After each use, the pan is washed in warm water with a liquid detergent, thoroughly wiped dry, and then calcined over medium heat for 10 minutes, each time lubricating the inside with a thin layer of oil.

Owners of cast-iron frying pans of Ukrainian manufacture of the Biol firm confidently say that their dishes are the best. At a low cost, the buyer gets really high-quality, safe, easy to use and durable utensils.

Customer reviews suggest that, following all the recommendations for choosing and caring for such pans, the term of their perfect service is unlimited by anything. A wide range allows you to choose the dishes for cooking various types of dishes.

Cast-iron pan “Biol” is indeed a well-deserved market leader, and customer reviews of this company only confirm this.

Next, see the overview and preparation for using the Biol pan.