Babish 12-Inch Tri-Ply Stainless Steel Frying Pan with Lid – Professional Grade Skillet for Searing, Sautéing & Even Heat Cooking
Best professional-grade skillet for home cooks seeking versatile, high-performance searing.
Enhance your culinary creations with this professional-grade frying pan, expertly crafted for superior performance. Its durable tri-ply stainless steel construction, featuring a seamless aluminum core, guarantees exceptionally even heat distribution for perfect searing, sautéing, and simmering. The ergonomic Y-shaped riveted handle offers a comfortable and secure grip, while the pan's compatibility with all stovetops, including induction, and oven-safe design up to 500°F provide ultimate versatility. This essential kitchen tool is also dishwasher safe, simplifying cleanup after every use.
$64.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
1172
/ 3212
#1172 in Skillets & Frying Pans
Price vs Category Average
-38%
Below average
Material
Tri-Ply Stainless Steel
/ Tri-Ply Stainless Steel
Who it's for
- Budget-conscious chefs investing in long-term kitchen durability
- Versatile cooks needing one pan for multiple stovetop techniques
- Home cooks seeking consistent, professional-level searing results
Who should skip it
- Beginners accustomed to the convenience of non-stick coatings
- Users preferring lightweight cookware for easier handling
- Busy cooks wanting low-maintenance, easy-clean kitchen tools
Performance breakdown
Thermal Conductivity
Tri-ply aluminum core ensures rapid, uniform heat across the entire surface.
Ergonomic Handling
The Y-shaped riveted handle provides a secure, balanced grip during use.
Versatility
Seamless transition from stovetop searing to high-heat oven finishing.
Maintenance Ease
Dishwasher compatibility makes post-cooking cleanup significantly less of a chore.
Build Durability
Professional-grade stainless steel construction withstands rigorous daily kitchen demands.
Surface Utility
Generous 12-inch diameter offers ample space for multi-portion searing and sautéing.
Key Specs
Material
Tri-Ply Stainless Steel
Diameter
12 inches
Oven Safe Temperature
500°F
Induction Compatible
Yes
Dishwasher Safe
Yes
Handle Material
Black PVD
Lid Included
Yes
Weight
3.44 lbs
Know before you buy
The tri-ply construction features an aluminum core sandwiched between layers of stainless steel. This design allows the pan to heat up quickly and distribute that heat evenly across the entire surface, preventing the hot spots that often cause uneven browning.
Yes, this pan is fully induction compatible. The stainless steel exterior is magnetic, allowing it to work efficiently on induction burners as well as gas, electric coil, and smooth-top stoves.
The Y-shaped handle is designed to stay cooler for longer on the stovetop by minimizing heat transfer from the pan body. However, because it is made of metal, you should always use an oven mitt if the pan has been in the oven or on high heat for an extended period.
This skillet is oven-safe up to 500°F. This makes it ideal for starting a sear on the stovetop and finishing your dish in the oven, such as with thick-cut steaks or roasted chicken thighs.
While the pan itself is rated for 500°F, the tempered glass lid is generally intended for stovetop use to monitor cooking progress. It is best to remove the lid before placing the pan in a high-heat oven.
Yes, the pan is dishwasher safe. While machine washing is convenient, hand washing with warm, soapy water is recommended if you want to maintain the polished finish of the stainless steel over the long term.
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