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frying pan
19/01/2026

TL;DR

Pyrex® deep frying pans combine the best of saucepans and frying pans, with wide bases and high sides. Available in multiple sizes with PFAS-free non-stick coating, they work on all hobs, including induction. Choose smaller sizes for larger versions for families. The high sides reduce evaporation, concentrate flavours, and let you sauté, simmer, fry, and more—all with less fat for healthier cooking.

Which Pyrex® Deep Frying Pan to Choose?

A kitchen classic, the Pyrex® deep frying pan is essential for any hob. Knowing how to choose a deep frying pan means understanding what you’ll use it for. With its high sides, it handles just about anything: sautéed veg, meat and fish, frying, and even saucy dishes. It’s the versatile workhorse you’ll reach for daily, making light work of everything from quick weeknight suppers to leisurely weekend cooking.

What is a Deep Frying Pan?

It resembles a frying pan, but its versatility quickly sets it apart. A true kitchen workhorse, the deep frying pan deserves a place in every cupboard, ready to tackle whatever recipe you throw at it.

Sitting halfway between a saucepan and a frying pan, it features a wide, flat base with high, flared sides. This clever design handles saucy dishes, fish and meat, sautéed veg, compotes, frying, simmering, reducing sauces, and even boiling. It’s the sort of pan that makes you wonder how you ever managed without it.

The Pyrex® Deep Frying Pan Buying Guide

When learning how to choose a deep frying pan, start by understanding your needs. Pyrex® has carefully refined its deep frying pan design. Wider than a standard frying pan, this kitchen essential comes in various dimensions to accommodate different household needs and is available with or without lids.

The high sides reduce liquid evaporation while concentrating flavours for tasty, quick meals. Perfect for everyday cooking, each Pyrex® deep frying pan features a comfortable handle, works on all hobs, including induction, and boasts a healthy PFAS-free non-stick coating.

Pyrex® Non-Stick Deep Frying Pan for Smaller Households

Ideal for one or two people, smaller versions of the Pyrex aluminium deep frying pan deliver evenly cooked dishes every time. High sides ensure rapid cooking and perfect simmering, while the ultra-resistant PFAS-free coating cleans easily after even the messiest meals. The non-stick surface lets you simmer saucy dishes or fry small fish and fritters without any sticking or burning, and the comfortable handle stays cool during cooking.

The Deep Frying Pan to Cook for a Crowd

The larger Pyrex® deep frying pan rounds out the range. Suited to 4–6 people, its PFAS-free non-stick coating handles family meals with ease. Maintenance is simple: let it cool to avoid thermal shock, then clean with a soft sponge, warm water, and washing-up liquid. Its particularly high, deep shape is perfect for simmering all manner of dishes.

The Pyrex® Deep Frying Pan with a Lid

This deep frying pan comes complete with a matching lid for even more versatility. Elegant enough to bring straight to the table for family meals or entertaining, it features an ultra-resistant PFAS-free non-stick coating, while the ergonomic handle makes light work of preparing saucy dishes.

How to Properly Maintain a Pyrex® Deep Frying Pan?

All Pyrex® cookware is built to last. The non-stick coating will withstand years of cooking, provided you follow a few simple rules.

Preserving the Non-Stick Coating

Follow these guidelines to keep your Pyrex® deep frying pan’s coating in top condition:

never heat your Pyrex® deep frying pan dry;
lightly oil the coating before use and keep temperatures below 230°C;
always let the pan cool before washing;
never put your deep frying pan in the oven;
don’t leave food to dry in the pan;
match the hob size to the pan base;
don’t let gas flames spill over the sides;
never use metal utensils or knives.

Cleaning Pyrex® Deep Frying Pan

For best results when cleaning your Pyrex® deep frying pan:

always wash before first use;
use the soft side of your sponge only;
choose a suitable washing-up liquid;
dry with a clean tea towel to prevent limescale marks.

What Can You Cook in a Pyrex® Deep Frying Pan?

Nearly everything! This versatile kitchen tool handles sautéed veg, simmered saucy dishes, steaks, chicken breasts, and veal escalopes. It’s equally at home cooking paellas, sautéing prawns, preparing pasta or rice, or rustling up a delicious Indian curry.

What is the Compatibility of the Pyrex® Deep Frying Pan?

Pyrex® non-stick pan works seamlessly on all hobs: induction, halogen, gas, ceramic, and electric. This universal compatibility means you can take it with you if you move house, regardless of what kitchen you end up with.

The Advantages of Buying a Pyrex® Deep Frying Pan

Understanding how to choose a deep frying pan also means recognising what makes a quality pan stand out. Here’s what sets Pyrex® apart:

A Healthy PFAS-Free Coating

Most importantly, you get a deep frying pan guaranteed PFAS-free. The healthy non-stick coating ensures rapid cooking thanks to high sides that retain heat effectively. You’ll also use less fat for lighter, healthier meals.

Easy Cleaning

Cleaning is straightforward with just a soft sponge, warm water, and washing-up liquid—the non-stick coating wipes clean easily. Never use the scouring side; if needed, simply soak the pan briefly. It’s also dishwasher-safe.

A Wide Base and High Sides

The wide base and high sides deliver even cooking across the pan, and heat distributes perfectly throughout for consistent simmering. Just remember to match your hob size to the pan base.

A Beautiful Cookware Set

Your Pyrex® deep frying pan coordinates perfectly with the full range of saucepans, frying pans, woks, stockpots, and casseroles. Build a matching set made from the same quality materials that work across all hobs.

The Pyrex® advantage: your deep frying pan and all our cookware come with a 10-year warranty against manufacturing defects (excluding damage from misuse, commercial use, scratches, impact damage, staining, warping, and overheating).

Key Points

Size matters for your household: Choose 24cm or 26cm for couples, or the generous 28cm model for families of 4-6. All sizes feature the same high-quality PFAS-free non-stick coating.
Versatility is key: Deep frying pans handle everything from quick sautés to slow-simmered curries. The high sides mean you can fry, simmer, reduce sauces, or boil—all in one pan.
Healthier cooking made easy: The PFAS-free non-stick coating requires minimal oil, making meals lighter while the high sides retain heat for faster cooking and better flavour concentration.
Built to last: Our pans feature an ultra-resistant coating. Works on all hob types, including induction, and comes with a 10-year warranty.
Simple maintenance: Let cool before washing, use the soft side of your sponge, avoid metal utensils, and never heat dry. Follow these basics and your pan will serve you for years.

FAQ

How to Choose Your Deep Frying Pan Properly?

Choose based on household size. One or two people suit a 24cm or 26cm pan, while families of 2–4 will prefer the 28cm model. If you regularly entertain or batch cook, the larger size gives you extra capacity and flexibility.