Why does my De Buyer pan cause food to burn?

My De Buyer Mineral B Element iron fry pan burns everything I cook, even though I’ve been using low to medium heat with non-stick foods (mostly potatoes) and canola oil. The pan has been seasoned with grapeseed oil. I’ve tried varying the amount of oil and potato slice sizes to no success. No matter what, once they are added to the pan, the underside of the potatoes will burn and blacken within seconds.

Best Answer

Then you aren't using "low to medium heat". The heat is defined by how quickly your food cooks, not by the setting on the stove. Lower your heat until the food fries at a reasonable rate. As for the oil, if in doubt, err on the side of adding a bit more than you think you'll need.

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How do I stop my pan from burning food?

Any food cooked on a hotspot without turning, stirring, or tossing will eventually burn or stick to the pan. So, Erika, if you have a powerful stove, and a recipe calls for medium-high heat, try lowering the heat to medium and keep the food moving around to prevent it from staying in a hot or cold spot.

Why does my pan burn my food?

Make sure your stovetop is clean.Residue from spilled sauces, sugary syrups, and other food will burn if exposed directly to the heat of the stovetop burner. This will be a hassle to clean off your stovetop, but more to the point, it could also end up burning to the bottom of your pots and pans.

Why does my frying pan burn at the bottom?

Some cooks try to cut down on prep time by heating their pan over high heat. Stainless steel is exceptionally good at holding heat, so doing this could cause you to burn your food and oil and leave you scraping residue off your pots and pans. If your oil is smoking, then your heat is generally too high.

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