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Induction stoves offer the advantage of cleanliness and compactness but can be selective about cookware. Let's discover which pots and pans are compatible with this type of stove.
1. Tips for Selecting Cookware for Induction Stoves
Induction stoves offer the advantage of cleanliness and compactness but can be selective about cookware. Let's discover which pots and pans are compatible with this type of stove.
Induction stoves help save energy for homemakers. Not only that, they cook food faster and consume less energy compared to gas stoves or electric stoves. Additionally, they mitigate the risk of fire and explosions compared to gas stoves.
Induction stoves operate based on magnetic phenomena. When you place a metal pot on the cooktop and turn it on, the circuit beneath the glass immediately exerts a magnetic force on the bottom of the pot containing a special metal. The bottom of the pot must be made of a ferrous material within the range of the magnetic field and generate heat on its own. This heat energy only affects the bottom of the pot and does not dissipate into the environment. Therefore, you must choose specialized pots, pans, and cookware that can be used with induction stoves. Typically, households opt for stainless steel materials to match induction stoves.
Additionally, you can purchase a heat converter disk (also known as an induction disk). When cooking, place the induction disk on the induction stove, place your pot or pan on it, and the heat will transfer to the pot, allowing you to cook as usual with any type of pot or pan, not just stainless steel.
Note: Avoid choosing pots made of glass or aluminum, as they do not generate enough heat when cooking, leading to energy waste and longer cooking times.
Pans for induction stoves should be made of cast iron, stainless steel, or layers of stainless steel. The bottom of the pot must be flat, avoiding materials with low thermal conductivity such as aluminum or copper, and opting for materials like cast iron, steel, or stainless steel instead.
A simple way to choose a suitable pot for induction stoves is to bring along a magnet when purchasing a pot. If the magnet sticks to the bottom of the pot, then it can be used on an induction stove.
