Definition of «skillet»

A skillet is a type of cooking pan that is typically round with high sides, used for frying, sautéing or browning food. The term can also refer to a flat-bottomed pan that is similar in shape and size to an American frying pan but has thinner walls and a flatter bottom. Skillets are made of various materials such as cast iron, stainless steel, aluminum, copper or non-stick material, each with its own advantages and disadvantages.

Usage examples

  1. I bought a new cast iron skillet to cook my breakfast omelette.
  2. My grandmother's secret recipe for fried chicken always tastes the best when cooked in a large skillet.
  3. I heated up the skillet to make crispy and golden grilled cheese sandwiches for lunch.
  4. The recipe called for sautéing the vegetables in a skillet before adding them to the pasta sauce.
  5. I used a non-stick skillet to sear the steak and lock in all the delicious flavors.
  6. For our camping trip, we packed a portable skillet to cook meals over the campfire.
  7. I love making one-pan meals in my large skillet, as it saves time on cleaning up after dinner.
  8. The skillet handle was too hot to touch, so I used oven mitts to remove it from the stove.
  9. My mom always makes the fluffiest pancakes using a well-seasoned skillet.
  10. I melted some butter in the skillet and added onions to caramelize them before making French onion soup.

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