Could this do double duty as heat diffuser on induction, e.g., for rice, oatmeal, sauces?
1844232
I wish I could answer the question for you, but I'm not familiar with a heat diffuser. I would imagine that any pot or pan that you place on top of this is also going to get hot, though on induction cooktop it is going to get hot through conduction through the metal not through induction.
1844233
I don't see why not. It is a solid, well made pan and conducts heat very evenly. I have used it on a Viking gas Range and on an induction burner with good results. The only issue I see is with your pan seasoning. Running the pan essentially empty for 15 minutes or so required by rice may scorch your pan seasoning. Before using as a diffuser, I would scrub the pan clean with a soapy scouring pad to remove any trace of grease/oil. Before using the pan by itself, you would need to re-season with oil.
1844234
I have used it as a heat diffuser / induction disk. It works best for simmering - such as for rice, oatmeal, and sauces.But if the saucepan you place on this skillet is smaller than 10", you lose too much heat. If the pan is too small, it might cause the induction cook top's safety mechanism to shut down the cook top. So, match the skillet size to the saucepan size.
1277944
No, but if you want it to boil, it won't. The diffuser takes the heat right down to a low simmer, perfect for long slow cooking, like rice or soup.
852362
Unfortunately, no. I purchased 3 orgreenics to go on an induction for my mom. They didn't work but I am using them very happily on my stovetop. Sad they could not be used by her as they are so lightweight and easy to use.
2067040
I would use a diffuser whenever using this. It will help to cook it evenly and diffusers are inexpensive. No need for an expensive one. I would say yes, better safe than sorry.
1601636
Yes! I have used this twice already on my induction cook top!Works very well.
1824618
Sure, but you'll want a heat diffuser to place between the tagine & cooking surface.
830436
It seems to me that that would work fine. I use it as a wok burner and the thing gets white hot so you may want to look into a more traditional burner
714860
I haven't tried it, but it would probably work quite well, since both those sauces are generally done with a double-boiler-type setup. Both of these sauces require a moderate heat to keep them from "breaking".
447558
No, it cannot be used as a heat diffuser. There is to much space between grate parts. It is designed to keep stuff in the crock pot from touching the bottom for good cooking.
612603
Sorry, I used it on electric and gas burners only but I see no problem with induction. Good cooking.
1897899
You could use it to heat two different leftovers in on an electric stove. I had purchased it to use on a inductive stove, and it does not work as metal is not magnetic.
910353
I have no knowledge or experience regarding induction cooking ... sorry I cannot answer your question.
2250296
Yes. It is made specificly for an induction stove. You don't need anything extra to use it.
1255542
yes it can.i use it on my grills side burner to slow boil leftover marinades and veggies.
1038340
Yes and yes. It works well on all stoves, distributes the heat nicely and is a good size to prepare stir fry for up to about 7-8 people (if its pretty full) and ideally suited to prepare meals for 4-5. I hope that helps!
328086
Absolutely...I just got this and it works just fine on my induction range top. Heats fast too.
1268373
Yes, it says in the instructions that it's suitable for induction heaters. I have been very pleased with mine. A very well made pressure cooker.