Non-Stick Cookware Vs Steel Cookware

 Cooking is one area that has been ever-growing with innumerable variety in cuisines, dishes, and cutlery. When it comes to cooking, it is all about what is to be cooked and what is going to be used for cooking. Lately, the market has been brimming with a variety of materials for cooking utensils, of which steel and non-stick utensils have a wider market reach. We are generally confused about which one to purchase and end up double confused. It is better to have some clarity on both types of materials to make better decisions. Let's take a closer look at the stainless and non-stick cookware.

Non-stick cookware:

1. Convenience: Talking of non-stick cookware, the convenience of using and washing the dishes is the first thing that comes to mind when we compare it with steel. The cookware is the best for bachelors, students, and people who do not want to invest a lot of time into cooking. Also, it is the preferred choice for cooking quick foods such as sausages and fries where you need not again invest major time in cooking.

2. Health: Non-stick coating has been the talk of the town for long for its health impact. It has been associated with negative impact which is the primary reason we are confused about purchasing. The good news is that with advancements in science, technology has taken a step ahead. The PFOA chemical which has been the cause of concern is nowadays excluded from the non-stick coating and nonstick cookware is now considered to be safe.

Steel cookware:

1. Cooking-ready: Cooking ready here means that steel is meant for cooking. It can withstand very high temperatures, unlike the non-stick cookware which is suggested to be used with low and medium flame. You can use any kind of material for a spatula and cook whatever you want. Washing stainless steel Cookware again can be care-free and the effort to be invested depends on the food cooked.

2. Health: There is nothing special to be talked about as it is all about health. Unlike other materials, you need not worry about its impact on health. You can cook anything and everything.

Both of them come in varied designs and you can go for any of them. If you are still confused about which one to purchase, then it is better to make a decision based on your lifestyle and cooking choices.