Tramontina Professional Fry Pan – Full Review Of 2020

When it comes to cooking equipment, few items get as much use as the fry pan. Whether you want to fry, scramble, or sauté your food, a skillet will help you get the job done.

One thing that casual cooks and gourmet chefs agree on is that a frying pan needs to have a non-stick surface. Searing or browning your food is much easier that way, and it’s better for cleaning up afterwards too.

There can be a big variation in heat distribution, material quality, and durability among the frying pans on the market 2020. The latest Fry Pan from Tramontina Professional claims to deliver a product that checks all those requirements off your list.

But does it live up to that promise?

You’re about to find out in this in-depth Tramontina Professional Fry Pan Review…

Top Features

Made from NSF-Certified commercial-grade aluminum. Has a non-stick coating with Eclipse quality base-coat. PFOA-free. Can be used with gas, ceramic and electric stoves or even be used in the oven. Has a riveted stainless steel handle with a removable silicone hand-grip. Easy to clean and dishwasher safe. Comes with a lifetime warranty.

First Impressions

The skillet comes well packed and secure in cardboard and bubble-wrap, ensuring that it arrives in pristine condition. The first thing we noticed was the nice sheen of the satin-finish exterior. The red, soft-grip handle cover feels good to hold, and you can hook it up if you have a hanging rack by your stove. So it even doubles as kitchen wall art!

The pan we tried was the 12-inch diameter size, but the company makes pans in a variety of other sizes too. So if you like this one, you can begin collecting more. As it’s a non-stick pan, there’s no need to season it as you would with an iron skillet. So you can try it straight out of the box!

What Can I Use it For?

The manufacturers market this frying pan as suitable to be used in both restaurant and home settings. So if it’s good enough for a professional chef, it’s good enough for us! You can use this skillet to sear, sauté and scramble, fry an egg or brown some meat.

And that’s not all!

You can even put it in the oven at temperatures up to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (ca. 204 °C), so frittatas are an option too. Just remove the silicone handle cover first.

It’s compatible with electric, gas, and ceramic stovetops but can’t be used with induction stoves. You can, however, use it with an induction interface disk.

Is it Well Built?

This 12-inch aluminum pan is much sturdier than other skillets we’ve tried. The handle is a bit longer than average too. As we mentioned earlier, The non-stick surface is PFOA-free.

Why does this matter?

PFOA are the chemicals associated with Teflon coated non-stick surfaces. In recent years they have been avoided due to a possibility of them being carcinogenic. So this kind of skillet is much safer for you and your family.

The coating that makes the desirable, non-stick surface is the well-respected Eclipse Coating System. It’s been proven to be longer lasting than other brands and is FDA approved in the US and Europe. It contains three layers of coatings, with a very tough base coat and a top coat that has excellent abrasion test results.

But does it stand the test of time? More on this later.

How Does it Perform?

As we mentioned, this pan is a bit heavier and more robust than average. So that, and the long handle, may make it slightly difficult to maneuver for those lacking arm strength. But once you manage to get it on your stove, you will see it has excellent balance and has the nice, even heat-distribution you need to whip up your favorite culinary delights.

The size makes this pan very versatile to use, and we found you can cook a large volume of veggies or a large piece of meat on it. So, you can produce a dinner party feast in no time! If you’re someone who needs a pan to just cook an egg or two in the mornings, this one might be too big. But you could select a smaller size in the same range.

The best part?

The long handle and non-stick surface make flipping eggs effortless with just a flick of the wrist. So, it definitely passes the important pancake toss test! The handle is stainless steel, but the silicone heat absorbing cover will protect you from any painful mishaps.

However, one thing we had some trouble with was removing it in order to try the skillet out in the oven. But with a bit of effort, we managed, and we’re sure you will too.

Cleaning the pan was a breeze as well, due to the non-stick surface. But we did have to follow the care instructions, and that’s what we’ll cover next.

How Should I Take Care of it?

Like all non-stick frying pans, this one will need some love and care to keep it in good condition to maintain the same results long into the future. You should avoid using the pan on a very high heat as it could cause warping, which is especially annoying for glass stovetop users. Another mistake would be cleaning the pan before it has a chance to cool down.

To protect the non-stick surface, it’s best to use softer cooking utensils made from wood or plastic, and a gentle sponge to clean. Even then, some users were disappointed to find scratches on their pan. So if you’re someone who tends to give their cooking equipment a battering in the kitchen, this might not be the one for you.

The manufacturers say that its dishwasher safe, but some buyers noticed damage to the non-stick coating afterward. So, it’s better to carefully hand wash with SoftScrub products to be on the safe side.

So, What’s the Catch?

You’ve had your pan for a few months, and you notice some peeling on the surface of your pan. Remember we mentioned the lifetime warranty?

But there’s a catch…

The manufacturers ask that you return the faulty product to them, and depending on your postal fees; it could end up costing the same or more than the replacement. They also don’t cover wear and tear, as in scratches you might make if you’re a bit too rough when cooking or cleaning.

The risk of your pan warping is also a worry. So if you don’t want to think too much about the temperature you’re using, a more indestructible material like steel would be more suitable for you.

Another thing this skillet is lacking is a glass lid, which is needed to sauté certain foods to perfection. But you can buy one separately at a reasonable price.