If you are new to using a stainless steel pan, here are some tips to get going:

  • Heat your pan for a few minutes.
  • Conduct a water test:
    • Put a few drops of water in the pan.
    • If the water fizzes out and evaporates, your pan is too cold. (Turn up the heat a bit and repeat).
    • If the water touches the pan and explodes, your pan is too hot. (Turn down the heat a bit and repeat).
    • If the water starts to form a “large bubble” and dance around the pan almost as if its floating, you my friend are ready to start cooking.
  • Put oil in pan and heat