{"id":4947,"date":"2020-11-11T23:22:04","date_gmt":"2020-11-11T23:22:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterfood.co\/?p=4947"},"modified":"2021-12-12T01:29:38","modified_gmt":"2021-12-12T01:29:38","slug":"how-to-use-non-induction-cookware-on-induction-cooktop","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/betterfood.co\/how-to-use-non-induction-cookware-on-induction-cooktop\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Use Non Induction Cookware on Induction Cooktop"},"content":{"rendered":"
Have you just upgraded your kitchen to include a fancy induction cooktop? Well, first off \u2014 congratulations!We just know you\u2019re going to love creating healthy meals in your updated home kitchen. Induction cooktops are especially amazing if you have little ones in the house. No more worrying about tiny hands getting hurt by touching still-hot burners!<\/p>\n
So, you\u2019ve got the new range, but before you can get to cooking, have you considered your pots and pans<\/a>?<\/p>\n Not all cookware sets are induction compatible. If you don\u2019t want to buy a whole new set of induction-ready pots and pans, what are your other options?<\/p>\n We\u2019ll talk about what makes induction so great and how to adapt your existing non-induction cookware to meet your induction cooktop needs!<\/p>\n \n Never heard of cooking with induction before? New to the world of energy-efficient cooking?<\/p>\n These cooktops are incredible because of science<\/a>! On an electromagnetic induction stovetop, only your cookware heats up. Meaning if you accidentally touch the burner, you\u2019ll be just fine. No more burns.<\/p>\n Also, because the cooktop doesn\u2019t get hot \u2014 you save energy<\/a>. Ultimately, this will save you money on your utility bills, how cool is that? <\/p>\n \n As a general rule, if the cookware is magnetic it will work on the induction cooktop. You can use a magnet to test your cookware at home.<\/p>\n If the cookware is magnetic \u2014 great! One other crucial detail: it must have a flat bottom. If the pan is warped or won\u2019t sit making direct contact with the entire burner, it won\u2019t work.<\/p>\n Here are some examples of induction-friendly cookware types:<\/p>\n If the stainless steel<\/a> has a high nickel content it may block the magnetic field rendering it not induction-compatible.<\/p>\n *Always take caution when using cast iron on your induction cooktop. Cast iron works great because it is heavy and flat-bottomed, but because it is so heavy it can also damage your stovetop if you aren\u2019t careful. Set it on the surface carefully, don\u2019t drop. And never drag it, in case there is food or debris that may catch and scratch your lovely cooking surface!<\/p>\n Related: Can You Use A Cast Iron on A Ceramic Glass Cooktop?<\/a>.<\/p>\n \n If they\u2019re magnetic and warp-resistant, you can absolutely use your nonstick on induction. <\/p>\n However, there is one caveat:<\/p>\n Try to never heat the pan over 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Otherwise, you\u2019ll risk the nonstick coating releasing toxic fumes into the air.<\/p>\n You may also enjoy, Ceramic Vs Stainless Steel Cookware: Which Is The Healthiest?<\/a><\/p>\n \n Anything that isn\u2019t magnetic. <\/p>\n So, think materials like:<\/p>\n Or<\/p>\n Unless the manufacturer specially made them with a magnetic material on the bottom. Be sure to check for \u201cinduction-ready\u201d or \u201cinduction-compatible\u201d when shopping for your new set!<\/p>\n Ready to go shopping? First check out: Top 7 Best Cookware For Induction Glass Top Stove<\/a><\/p>\n<\/p>\n If you don\u2019t want to buy all new cookware (though that would be fun, right?), here\u2019s what you can do.<\/p>\n One crazy cool trick:<\/p>\n Buy an interface disk.<\/p>\n A what?<\/p>\n \n Picture a frying pan, but remove the sides. You\u2019re left with a flat disc plus a handle. This disc sits on your stovetop making direct magnetic connection with the induction cooktop. Place your non-induction cookware on top of the disc and you\u2019re cookin\u2019 with gas! Or, rather, cooking with electromagnetism!<\/p>\n No products found.<\/span> Like this 11-inch stainless steel adapter plate<\/a> available on Amazon. <\/p>\n \n Here\u2019s another even more budget-friendly option also available on Amazon: 9.45-inch stainless steel adapter plate.<\/a><\/p>\n No products found.<\/span><\/p>\n \u200bBut, wait! There\u2019s more:<\/p>\n Do you love all things DIY? Then head to your local hardware store (or to avoid covid-19, do some social-distance-friendly shopping on Amazon. Hello, prime 2-day shipping!).<\/p>\n \n Pick up a sheet of steel wire mesh. You should be able to grab this pretty cheaply.<\/p>\n You\u2019ll need wire cutters to trim it down until it is twice the size of your cooktop. Now, fold it in half. This way you\u2019ll have two layers of mesh between the cooktop and the pan you place on top.<\/p>\n Use caution when touching the mesh as it will heat up. Let it cool or use gloves to remove when you\u2019re finished cooking. Store somewhere safe. <\/p>\n If you go with a converter disc and still want new cookware, here\u2019s our list of Top 15 Best Cookware To Use On A Ceramic Glass Cooktop<\/a>.<\/p>\n \n There you have it, the answer to \u201ccan I use non-induction cookware on an induction cooktop?\u201d<\/p>\n Yes, you sure can! You just need to first:<\/p>\n Now, for the really tough question, \u201cwhat will be the first meal you make on your induction cooktop?\u201d We recommend something healthy, but delicious. Check out our tried and tested recipes<\/a>. <\/p>\n You\u2019ll flip for the fish<\/a> and dream of the desserts<\/a> long after eating. Our readers especially love this grilled shrimp scampi<\/a> and our recipe for strawberry french macarons<\/a>!<\/p>\n Tell us in the comments below if you\u2019ve tried and loved one of our recipes or request a recipe for an ingredient you want to learn how to use!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Have you just upgraded your kitchen to include a fancy induction cooktop? Well, first off \u2014 congratulations!We just know you\u2019re going to love creating healthy meals in your updated home kitchen. Induction cooktops are especially amazing if you have little ones in the house. No more worrying about tiny hands getting hurt by touching still-hot … Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":4968,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[38,22],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\nWhat\u2019s the Deal with Induction Cooktops?<\/h2>\n
Can You Use Regular Pans on Induction Cooktops?<\/h2>\n
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What About My Nonstick Pans?<\/h3>\n
What Pans Do Not Work With Induction?<\/h3>\n
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How to Use Non-Induction Cookware on your Induction Stove<\/h2>\n
Converter Disc for Induction Cooking<\/h3>\n
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DIY Induction Cooktop Converter Disc<\/h3>\n
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