Best Frying Pans for Omelets

Omelets are great for breakfast or at any time of the day served with a salad and fries. All you need are a few eggs, salt, pepper, a pan and any fillings you want to add. It sounds simple, but if you are a novice it can take a little bit of trial and error. 

You will want an omelet that is light and fluffy but with crisp edges. The danger is that it can end up soggy or raw in the middle. To get your perfect omelet, your best friend is the pan you choose.

It is not easy to choose the right pan for the job. You will be confronted with pan upon pan when you go out to look for one. You need to have one that is durable, the right shape and thick enough. We are here to give you our top choices and to tell you a little more about omelet pans.

Table of Contents

• The Material
• Aluminum and Anodized Aluminum
• Carbon Steel
• Stainless Steel
• Copper
• Thickness and Surface
• The Pan’s Shape and Size
• The Handle
• Other Factors
• Final Thoughts

This frying pan has a Prometal Pro non-stick interior and the bottom is made of stainless steel. The stainless-steel means that the heat is distributed evenly, and it won’t warp. Therefore, you should get an excellent omelet which is soft on the inside, but crispy around the edges. 

You can use this pan on any type of hob, even induction. It is well worth remembering that if you have an induction hob, you can only use cast iron or stainless steel.

The pan is non-stick which means that you will use less oil to cook your omelets. This can only mean good for your health, especially heart health. The non-stick coating is scratch-resistant and so your pan will last for longer.  

The novel thing about this pan is that it has a Thermo-Spot heat indicator in the center which tells you if your pan is at the right temperature for cooking. This should avoid omelets that are underdone. 

The size of the pan is 12.5″ so you can easily cook an omelet for four. If you expect more guests, buy an extra pan!

The silicone handle doesn’t get hot so is easy to use and helps when you are flipping your omelet.

• The stainless-steel disc distributes heat evenly
• It works on all hobs, even induction
• The Thermo-Spot heat indicator shows when it you are ready to cook
• It is both oven and dishwasher safe

• A few people have complained that the surface flaked
• Some people have said that it’s not entirely flat so the oil pools in a ring around the edges

This pan is different as it has 2 separate sides and is omelet shaped. You can put your omelet in one side, then close the lid and flip the pan over for a perfectly cooked omelet. This will help to avoid soggy omelets in the middle. Alternatively, you can use one side for the omelet and the other for accompaniments such as mushrooms.

The pan is made from aluminum, with stainless steel handles. It is non-stick so is easy to clean. You can use the pan both on the hob and in the oven.

• There are two sides to the pan
• It is non-stick

• The pan is heavy
• It can’t be used on an induction hob
• The handle can get hot

This pan is a little different as it is rectangular, but there’s nothing wrong with having an omelet looking a bit strange. Don’t worry that you might not be able to flip the omelet. The pan has a sloped shape which makes it easy to turn over your omelet. 

The pan is made from durable heavy-duty aluminum – manganese alloy, with a stainless-steel base. The base is magnetic so you can use it on an induction hob. The handle is made from Polymer plastic which makes it insulated. It won’t burn your hands when you’re using it. 

The coating inside the pan is Maifanite stone which is non-stick. It has been made without PFOA and it won’t chip or peel off. It is easy to clean, but hand washing is recommended.

• It has quick heat conduction
• It’s non-stick
• Can be used on an induction hob

• It is smaller than it looks in the image, 5.3” W x 1.2” H x 7.2”
• A few customers have complained that it discolors.

When choosing your omelet pan there are many factors to consider including durability, thickness, shape and non-stick qualities. Here I will give you some food for thought.

The Material

What your pan is made of is probably the most important factor. You don’t want your omelets sticking to the pan and you will want to be able to flip them so that they are cooked all over. The type of pan also determines the cooking time and heat conduction.

Aluminum and Anodized Aluminum

Aluminum is very popular. It is reasonably priced, lightweight and distributes heat evenly. However, it isn’t as durable as other materials and it can be scratched easily.

Anodized aluminum is more durable, but it doesn’t conduct heat as well as ordinary aluminum.

Carbon Steel

Carbon steel is more durable than aluminum and has even heat conduction. However, these pans aren’t dishwasher safe and you will have to wash them by hand.

Stainless Steel

Stainless steel is also very durable, and it is very difficult to scratch. However, it doesn’t distribute heat as well as aluminum.

Copper

With copper, you get quick and even heat distribution. The pans are lightweight but are still durable. However, you can get a metallic taste with these pans.

Thickness and Surface

The thicker the pan is the more durable it will be. A thinner pan can be damaged by a high heat. Also, a non-stick surface is advisable, but you will need to use wooden and not metal utensils otherwise your pans can scratch. A non-stick surface is easy to clean.

The Pan’s Shape and Size

As you have seen, there are many different shapes of pans available, all of which can be used to cook omelets. The shape isn’t that important. It only is important if you want your omelet to look a certain way. You will have to decide on the size of the pan depending on how many you are cooking for. 

The Handle

You may not give the handle much consideration, but it is important. You will want a handle that is easy to grip and one that is sturdy. If it’s flimsy, you might not be able to flip the omelet well. The best handles are made out of stainless steel and silicone. 

Other Factors

The right utensils are essential when cooking an omelet. The best spatula to use is silicone as it shapes the omelet perfectly.

You can buy a pan with or without a lid. We prefer one without a lid as then you can keep an eye on how the omelet is cooking. 

Final Thoughts

To make the perfect omelet, you really do need to have a non-stick pan. There’s nothing worse than scraping off bits of eggs from your pan. In addition, your omelet won’t look very pretty. We stick by our first choice of pan as it is non-stick, durable and scratch-resistant. You don’t need to add much oil to cook the perfect, healthy and low-calorie omelet. What can be better?