5 Healthy Cooking Utensils

There are so many types of cookware that are available in the market that searching for the right one can prove to be a tedious job. I’ve shared my top five healthy cooking utensils which i use for healthy and smooth cooking.

1. Stainless Steel Cookware

• What to look for in a good stainless steel kadai
• Make sure that it is 100 % nickel free
• Check the safety ratings of all stainless steel utensils. They should be 100 % safe with no toxins
• Sandwitch base in these stainless steel utensils provides for faster and even heating
• The grip of the utensil should be comfortable in the handle
• The utensil must have a lid. This lid should ideally be made of shatter resistance tempered glass
• There should be seal heat moisture for faster cooking
• The utensil should support safe, nutritious and healthy cooking
• It should be suitable for any cook top
• It should be long lasting and durable
• Always check the utensils for the requisite safety standards

2. Cast Iron Cookware

• Things to look for in a good cast iron pan
• It should be totally toxin free
• It shouldn’t have any PTEF, PFDA and harmful chemicals
• It shouldn’t have any lead or cadmium
• No synthetic or enamul coating should be present on the pan
• The core construction should be 100 % made of iron
• The pan should be pre seasoned
• It should be suitable for all cooktop
• Should be durable (life time warranty)

3. Clay Cookware or Earthenware

• Things to look for in a good clay cookware
• It should totally be toxin free
• Should be made from 100 % primary clay
• It should have no glazing (leaches lead)
• Should be suitable for all cooktop
• It should come with a lid and handle
• Check for the certification from the brand
• Should be pre seasoned

4. Pure Ceramic Coating Cookware

• Things to look for in ceramic coating cookware
• Should be PTFE and PFOA free
• This cookware is also called as green cookware
• It should be toxin free
• Should be high heat resistant (no leaching)
• Avoid ceramic glaze
• Should be free from lead and cadmium
• Pure ceramic cookware is generally less durable
• One should ideally use wooden spoons for pure ceramic cookware

5. Glass and Pure Ceramic for Oven and Microwave Cooking

• Glass and pure ceramic pans, trays and bowls are the best for otg and microwave cooking
• Avoid using plastic or aluminium for cooking or heating