The CRISTEL Strate® Stainless Steel Sauté Pan combines durable 18/10 stainless steel with versatile, space-saving design. Featuring a brushed finish, flat glass lid, and induction-compatible L-shaped thermodiffuser base, it provides efficient, even heating for everyday cooking.
Available in five sizes—2 qt, 3 qt, 3.5 qt, 4.5 qt, and 5.5 qt—the Strate® Sauté Pan is ideal for sautéing, braising, simmering, and preparing a wide range of dishes. The detachable handle system allows compatible cookware to stack neatly in drawers, cabinets, and dishwashers while maximizing kitchen storage.
The long handle can be replaced with short side handles, transforming the sauté pan into a convenient serving dish for stovetop-to-table presentation. The 18/10 stainless steel construction helps preserve the natural taste of food and provides a durable, easy-to-clean cooking surface.
Features:
- 18/10 stainless steel construction
- Brushed finish
- Flat glass lid included
- Induction-compatible L-shaped thermodiffuser base
- Detachable handle system
- Converts from cookware to serving dish with side handles
- Space-saving stackable design
- Available in 2 qt, 3 qt, 3.5 qt, 4.5 qt, and 5.5 qt sizes
- Easy to clean
- Made in France
- Certified Made in France, BV Cert. 6019453
- Requires CRISTEL detachable handle(s), sold separately
Cooking & Care Instructions:
The CRISTEL thermodiffuser base is designed for optimal heat distribution. Once the desired temperature is reached, reduce the heat source to prevent overheating. When cooking with gas, ensure the flame does not extend beyond the thermodiffuser base.
For fat-free cooking, preheat the stainless steel cookware until drops of water form tiny, rolling bubbles. Reduce the heat by approximately one-third before adding food. For low-temperature cooking, use very little water and cook gently with the lid on to minimize evaporation.
When boiling, add salt after the water begins to boil and ensure it dissolves completely.
CRISTEL stainless steel cookware with detachable components is oven-safe up to 550°F, while glass lids are oven-safe up to 400°F. Avoid thermal shock by preventing sudden transitions between very hot and very cold temperatures.
Detachable Handle Safety:
Detachable handles are designed for maneuvering cookware between the stovetop, oven, and table and should not remain attached while cooking. Although heat-resistant, prolonged exposure to heat may affect the detaching mechanism over time. Detachable handles are sold separately.
