I have a flat-surface electric (not induction) stove. Which conducts heat better, this Symmetry pan or the Elite stir fry pan?
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The flat surfaced wok works well on an electric stove--I am not familiar with the Elite pan but this Circulon wok has been excellent.
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I have a gas stove now, but have had an induction stove in the past and all my circulon pans conducted heat rapidly. So, my vote goes to the circulon symmetry pan...I love mine! Hope this helps a bit.
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Iron and steel pans are best for searing large items; a 12" cast-iron pan is perfect for searing meat, for example. Stir-frys are doable if you keep the food moving constantly, but even then you may get water in the food steaming rather than frying if the heat's not high enough. Aluminum cookware is okay to fry in as long as you don't overload the pan with too much stuff, so if you have it half-full, for example, it might be fine for searing.
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Yes, the wok performs excellent on electric stove tops. I prop wok on base for low to medium heat. I do not do so for very high heat. And..I always store the wok clean and the interior coated very lightly with oil.
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I confess that my husband is the primary user of this pan (and the kitchen, sad to say -- or glad to say, truth be told) and he tells me that the bottom of the pan is flat. He says it is the best pan he has ever used for omelets and I can attest to that. He tells me the heat distribution across the bottom of the pan is nice and even. We have a glass-topped electric stove which typically has tiny uneven heating areas. So far, it seems the pan compensates well for that.
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I honestly dont know. I have a flat top electric stove and they do really well. Never had a problem with them spinning, tilting, etc. Very level and even tempered. Highly recommend these to anyone! They are easily cleaned and cook even!
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Clearly there are more than one definite answer to this question. I used a round bottom wok on various electric stoves for decades. I have a gas stove now and like it better but never had a problem using a round wok in the supporting ring on an electric stove. Of course, your mileage may vary.
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The NuWave is a portable unit--one of the tv infomercial products. Amazon also carries it. Yours is probably higher end than the portable two-fer-one unit I have. But it works very well, and since my regular stovetop isn't due for an upgrade yet, (knock on wood, don't need that expense). My stock pot is a 6 quart stainless steel I've had for several years. Bobby Flay probably endorses a good product. the Belgique pan we started discussing befre being side tracked on induction units is a nice pan. I particularly like the rounded shape. Good look with your search.
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yes,i have both and you can do anything in this skillet ,but it wont hold as much as a wok because of the shorter sides.it can handle any heat and goes from the burner to the oven and not miss a beat.its thicker than a wok but to do both chinese and larger meals just go with the mineral b pots or high side.i deep fry chicken all the time in the 12 in and there the best quality ive ever bought,and they spank my expensive wolfgang puck set.
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Pat, I would refer to the temp control and the booklet that came along with the electric fry pan. I am very pleased with this electric fry pan. I did not want the nonstick at first, but I do like it now. I put it to use right away as my stove was out of order for about 3-4 weeks. I hope that you like the fry pan and that I answered your question.
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I have an Induction top. Using Avocado Oil, the highest smoking point next to peanut oil. My highest heat level not counting Power Boost is 9. I do the majority of my stir frying at 6. I will start heating at 8 but pretty quickly reduce to 6 cast iron takes a little longer to heat but holds the heat longer. The pan is ready to cook when a drop of water disappears in 1 to 2 seconds. My advice use Avacado or peanut oil put in pan after its hot. Heat pan at the highest temp that will not cause excessive smoking. I use mine every day and not just for stir fry.
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Highly recommend Circulon Elite. Have two homes, use nothing but Circulon Elite frying pans at both. Love the smaller pan for frying. Easy to flip with the curved bottom at the edges. Feel like a real chef. They clean up easily and don't scratch when used properly. Good luck with your new Circulon frying pans. CJ in CT
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We use induction so I don't know if that would make a differnce. I boiled water for 10 minutes just to see and they handles didn't get hot. Not even warm! My only concern is where the handles are. With the lid on, there is a gap. No doubt so they are stackable. If you were to cook rice, it might present a problem because you really need a tight fitting lid. The lid fits well but again, there is that gap. I have a rice cooker so this isn't a problem for me. My go to pot. Perfect weight. Very happy with my purchase.
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I found this pan, as well as a larger version that I have, to have cool handles and to be nonstick as well. Of course I use oil or cooking spray. I wore one pan out by using it nearly every day and replaced it with another because I have never had one as good as this one. FYI, I have a gas stove.
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I have a ceramic topped stove and we just received this pan so I haven't used it. There are several warnings in the pamphlet included with the pan regarding ceramic topped stoves. It states that "overheating or allowing (porcelain enamel) to boil dry can make these pans fuse to the surface of the glass top ranges, requiring the replacement of the glass cook top". My husband says to "go for it", but I do worry about the heat required to stir fry. The pan rated highly, but I am a little worried.
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I have a glass top stove in my house, an induction cook-top(single burner) and a gas stove in my motor-home. I love cooking with them but if it boils over, the hot liquid travels down the handle to the hole. So, I just keep an eye out and put a spoon rest under the hole where I put my stir spoon anyway.
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I cannot speak directly to a comparison between the two products, but as a general statement the flat bottom wok works better on electric ranges and the round bottom is better on gas. I have both kinds of woks and use both on electric ranges, Both give good results, but I am hoping to buy a gas range for one of my kitchens and then the round bottom wok will go there.
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a wok normally has a curved bottom. induction cooktops work much better with a flat bottom, I don't think a wok would work very well.