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Aluminium Cookware Vs Stainless Cookware
Lets see the pros and cons of both. Stainless Steel Pros Stainless steel is basically iron to which up to 8 alloys have been added. The more alloys, the better the quality. To be consider as stainless steel, the metal must have at least 11percent of chromium. This reduces the effects of rust that can be caused by moisture or air. Most of the stainless cookware has 18percent of chromium and up to 10percent of nickel. Stainless steel is durable and can resist scratches and dents. It is also easy to clean. Cooks tend to choose stainless steel over aluminium cookware. The reason for this is because unlike aluminium cookware, the stainless steel doesn t react to alkaline or acidic foods that are cooked in it. Aluminum Pros Mass-produced aluminum cookware has been around since the late 19th century, but only started to sell large quantities in the mid 20th century. More than 50% of all cookware sold is made of aluminum and its popularity stems, in part, from its low cost and its quick heating. There are three types of aluminum cookware: pressed, which is the cheapest and normally also the quickest to be tossed after several uses because of wear; cast, this one is thicker and more porous than pressed and, thus, able to better retain heat; and anodized, which is aluminum that goes through an electro-chemical process. Anodized pots and pans are non-stick, scratch resistant and also the most expensive of types listed here. Stainless cons The main trouble with stainless cookware is that it s a very bad conductor of heat and does not spread the heat evenly. This is bad because we need heat to cook and that is why most of the quality stainless cookware have aluminium or copper placed between the layers to conduct heat better. These metals allows people to cook efficiently with any stainless steel cookware. Other con with stainless is that it tends to discolor over high heat and its surface may pit with prolonged exposure to a salty environment. Aluminum cons The main trouble with aluminum cookware is that it can react to some types of foods, particularly those with acidic or alkaline components. You do not want to cook tomato sauce in an aluminum pot because aluminum particles might be leached into the food. Another con, although subject to debate, is that some people believe using aluminum utensils might cause Alzheimer's disease. While the FDA and most scientists have discounted the threat, but there are still many people who believe there is a danger. How to Decide? Deciding between aluminum and stainless comes down to cost, quality and your cooking needs. Cleaning both materials is simple, with either being able to be put in the dishwasher or hand-washed with liquid detergent. Article Directory: http://www.articledashboard.com The Flatware Set is a Crystal Group LLC Store. We provide the best quality products to your kitchen at the lowest prices. We have aluminium cookware, stainless cookware, kitchen knives, woks, fry pans and much more. Visit us at www.theflatwareset.com |
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