Definitions
- Referring to a flat-bottomed pan used for frying food. - Talking about a pan with a long handle used for cooking on a stovetop. - Describing a pan with low sides and a wide surface area used for cooking food in oil or fat.
- Referring to a frying pan with a long handle and sloping sides. - Talking about a pan used for cooking food on a stovetop. - Describing a pan with a wide surface area and low sides used for frying or sautéing food.
List of Similarities
- 1Both are types of pans used for cooking food on a stovetop.
- 2Both have a wide surface area for cooking food.
- 3Both can be used for frying or sautéing food.
- 4Both can have a long handle for easy maneuvering.
- 5Both can be made of various materials, such as stainless steel or cast iron.
What is the difference?
- 1Shape: Frypans have low sides and a flat bottom, while skillets have sloping sides.
- 2Size: Skillets tend to be larger than frypans.
- 3Handle: Frypans often have a long handle, while skillets may have a shorter handle or a handle on each side.
- 4Versatility: Skillets can be used for a wider range of cooking methods, such as baking or broiling, while frypans are primarily used for frying or sautéing.
Remember this!
Frypan and skillet are both types of pans used for cooking food on a stovetop. However, the difference between frypan and skillet is their shape, size, handle, versatility, and origin. A frypan has a flat bottom and low sides, while a skillet has sloping sides. A skillet is typically larger and more versatile, while a frypan is primarily used for frying or sautéing. Additionally, skillet is more commonly used in American English, while frypan is more commonly used in British English.
