The 11 best non-stick frying pans to buy if you want to make the best crêpes of your life this Pancake Day
Whether stir-fries are your go-to and you reach for your trusty frying pan every night, or it only leaves the cupboard on the rare occasion you fancy a Sunday morning fry-up, no kitchen is complete without a good, durable non-stick frying pan. And with Pancake Day coming up on 16th February (finally - something to look forward to!), there has never been a better time to invest.
You might think we're being boring, but these days, thoughts of new glassware, dinnerware sets and cookware sets bring as just as much joy as purchasing a new tracksuit does. If not more. And in lieu of IRL fun, we're going full steam ahead with every celebration (Valentine's Day is set to be a romantic bonanza), going bigger than ever before. Shrove Tuesday included. Who wants a pile of torn-up, mushy pancakes on their plate? Exactly.
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To make the crispiest, most golden brown crêpes of your life this Pancake Day, you'll need a good quality stainless steel or aluminium frying pan with great heat distribution so that everything cooks evenly. You'll also need to look out for a frying pan with a supreme non-stick coating (all of these frying pans tick that box) to reduce the amount of extra fat you need to cook with. (Keep it protected by using a wooden spoon or silicone spatula, so as not to damage the non-stick ability). Another check box? Look for something with a heat-proof handle, so that you can safely lift your frying pan into the oven to finish your dish off - should you fancy.
Outside of excelling in the crêpe-making games, the best frying pans will stand by your side as you cook up the perfect stir-fry, curry or bolognese. Particularly if you choose one with higher sides - case in point: Le Creuset's Non-Stick Deep Frying Pan. Complete with a handle and unbeatable non-stick surface, it's well worth the investment.
Best Non Stick Frying Pan UK 2021: Circulon Ultimum Frying Pan
Circulon Ultimum High Density Forged Aluminium Non-Stick Frying Pan, from £38, John Lewis
One of the most searched-for non-stick frying pans of the lot is the Circulon Ultimum frying pan. Loved by chefs, it has three layers of non-stick coating which are so effective you barely need to use oil. This non-stick coating is combined with grooves, where the raised sections bear the brunt of any wear and tear.
Best Non Stick Frying Pan UK 2021: John Lewis Non Stick Frying Pan
This non-stick frying pan, which is dishwasher safe and oven safe to 180 degrees, has a triple-layer non-stick coating and is stylish, contemporary and durable.
Lightweight and easy to clean, aluminium is not naturally induction compatible, so we add a stainless steel base plate to ensuring induction compatibility on all of our cookware.
Best Non Stick Frying Pan UK 2021: Non Stick Frying Pan Argos
Salter Sustainable 28cm Frying Pan, £20, Argos
Not only is this frying pan one of the most aesthetically pleasing we've seen, but it is made from durable a forged aluminium and boasts a high performance non-stick cooking surface - perfect for making evenly-brown pancakes this Shrove Tuesday! It's also from Salter's Earth range, which is free from PFOA and PTFE chemicals.
Best Non Stick Frying Pan UK 2021: Non Stick Frying Pan Amazon
Blackmoor Frying Pans, £9.99, Amazon
One of the bestselling frying pans on Amazon is this Blackmoor frying pan, which is surprisingly effective for its purse-pleasing price tag. It can be used for browning just about anything including vegetables, meat and fish, and it boasts a cool-touch handle and non-stick coating. A great, affordable buy.
Best Non Stick Frying Pan UK 2021: Salter Megastone Frying Pan
Salter BW05747S Megastone Collection Non-Stick Forged Aluminium Frying Pan, £16.99, Amazon
From the Salter Megastone Collection, this frying pan has a rugged coating for improved non-stick performance and soft-touch handle.
Best Non Stick Frying Pan UK 2021: Zyliss Cook Non-Stick Frying Pan
Zyliss Cook Ultimate Induction Frying Pan, £24.99, Amazon
Another one of the most searched-for non-stick frying pans on the market is this one from Zyliss. Coming in at under £25 and available on Amazon Prime, it boasts three-layer ‘Rockpearl Plus Swiss technology’ which means you can fry with little-to-no extra oil or butter. Perfect for pancakes and omelettes, it feels sturdy and durable. We love it.
Best Non Stick Frying Pan UK 2021: ProCook Frying Pan
ProCook Elite Tri-Ply Stainless Steel Frying Pan, £54, Amazon
One of our favourite non-stick frying pans of the lot, this ProCook frying pan is perfect for cooking pancakes, omelettes and more. It's stylish in design with a heat resistant handle and excellent non-stick abilities.
Best Non Stick Frying Pan UK 2021: Tefal Non Stick Frying Pan
Tefal Intuition Non-Stick Frying Pan, from £27, John Lewis
When thinking of non-stick frying pans, Tefal is a brand that always spring to mind. And for good reason! This frying pan is available in various different sizes, depending on what you might use it for the most, and it boasts Thermo-Spot technology that lets you know when the pan has reached the optimum temperature to start cooking. Clever, right? It's durable, dishwasher-safe and oven-safe to 260 degrees.
Best Non Stick Frying Pan UK 2021: Greenpan Frying Pan
GreenPan Venice Pro Extra Ceramic Non-Stick Frying Pan, £45, John Lewis
From GreenPan’s Venice Pro Extra range comes this non-stick frying pan is made with natural materials, such as sand and is PFAS-free so it doesn’t contain any harmful toxic chemicals. You don't need to use extra fat to brown your pancakes/meat/vegetables with this frying pan - the non-stick coating does all the work.
Best Non Stick Frying Pan UK 2021: Le Creuset Non Stick Frying Pan
Le Creuset Toughened Non-Stick Deep Frying Pan, from £135, John Lewis
If it's a deep-sided frying pan you're after, to use for making bolognese/curry/anything "saucy", make a beeline for this frying pan. It's an investment, for sure, but will last a lifetime and feels incredibly durable. It has a handle to help you lift it into the oven or away from the hob, and the non-stick coating is amongst the most effective on the block.
Best Non Stick Frying Pan UK 2021: Eaziglide Frying Pan
Eaziglide Neverstick Non-Stick Frying Pan, from £20, John Lewis
Buying this 100% PFOA free frying pan means there is no need to add oil or butter when cooking with this frying pan, which features Eaziglide's Neverstick non-stick coating - which is, of course, much healthier. It's also super easy to clean.
Best Non Stick Frying Pan UK 2021: Tefal Non Stick Frying Pan
Tefal Titanium Excel 28cm Frying Pan, £35, Argos
Titanium Excel is Tefal's best non-stick coating, coming it at 24 times stronger than Tefal's Intensity coating. Impressive, huh? The coating is actually so durable that it's metal utensil safe and scratch resistant. What's more, the product is extremely versatile with its deep sides and stainless-steel handle, meaning you can put it in to the oven up to 250C.
Best Non Stick Frying Pan UK 2021: M&S Frying Pan
Aluminium 20cm Small Non-Stick Frying Pan, £15, M&S
Another affordable non-stick frying pan is M&S' small frying pan, perfect for frying eggs or making small pancakes this Shrove Tuesday. It's made from aluminium, which evenly distributes heat for great results, with a triple-coated non-stick coating and durable exterior to prevent scratches and chips. A kitchen essential, for sure.
