Definitions
- Referring to a flat-bottomed container used for cooking food on a stove or in an oven. - Talking about a shallow, open container used for baking or roasting food. - Describing a container used for frying, sautéing, or searing food.
- Referring to a frying pan with a long handle and sloping sides. - Talking about a shallow, open container used for cooking food over high heat. - Describing a container used for sautéing, frying, or browning food.
List of Similarities
- 1Both are containers used for cooking food.
- 2Both can be used for frying and sautéing food.
- 3Both can be made of various materials, such as cast iron, stainless steel, or non-stick coatings.
- 4Both can be used on a stove or in an oven.
- 5Both require some form of oil or fat to prevent sticking.
What is the difference?
- 1Shape: Pan has straight sides and a flat bottom, while skillet has sloping sides and a flat or slightly curved bottom.
- 2Handle: Pan has a short handle or no handle, while skillet has a long handle for easy maneuvering.
- 3Depth: Pan can be deeper than skillet, making it suitable for stews, soups, and sauces.
- 4Versatility: Pan can be used for baking, roasting, and broiling, while skillet is primarily used for frying and sautéing.
- 5Size: Pan can come in various sizes, from small saucepans to large stockpots, while skillet is typically medium-sized.
Remember this!
Pan and skillet are both containers used for cooking food on a stove or in an oven. However, the difference between pan and skillet is their shape, handle, depth, versatility, and size. A pan has straight sides and a flat bottom, while a skillet has sloping sides and a long handle. A pan can be deeper and more versatile, while a skillet is primarily used for frying and sautéing.
