De Buyer Chocinduction Non-Stick Cast Aluminium Frying Pan 320mm

The De Buyer Chocinduction is a pressure cast aluminium frying pan finished with a quality non-stick coating and designed to work across all hob types, including induction. At 320mm in diameter it sits at the larger end of the standard frying pan range, making it a practical choice for operations that need to move volume through a single pan — whether that is sautéing vegetables in batches, finishing sauces, or reheating proteins to order during service.

Pressure cast aluminium gives the pan a more even wall thickness than stamped alternatives, which supports consistent heat distribution across the base and sides. In a busy kitchen environment this matters during sustained service: hot spots that cause uneven cooking or localised coating breakdown are less likely to develop, and the pan holds its temperature reasonably well between additions. The non-stick surface makes it particularly well suited to eggs, fish, and delicate proteins that would otherwise require careful management on bare metal.

From a practical standpoint, the pan offers a few day-to-day advantages worth noting:

• Non-stick coating reduces the amount of cooking fat required per service
• Smooth interior simplifies cleaning between covers or at end of service
• Induction compatibility gives flexibility across different hob configurations
• Epoxy-coated stainless steel handle stays cool enough to handle during normal service conditions
• Cast construction is more resistant to warping than lighter pressed pans

It is worth being clear about the limitations. At 1.8kg this is a manageable pan, but cast aluminium at this size does carry some weight — chefs who are panning repeatedly throughout a long service will notice it. Non-stick coatings require reasonable care: metal utensils and abrasive cleaning will shorten the working life of the surface, and high dry-heat seasoning is not appropriate for this type of coating. For sites running very high cover counts where pans are cycled aggressively, a heavier-duty bare-metal option may prove more durable over time.

This pan is well suited to smaller restaurants, hotel kitchens, cafés, and similar operations where a reliable, versatile non-stick pan is needed for everyday service tasks. If you are equipping a larger brigade or looking for pans that will withstand particularly intensive daily use, it is worth discussing your specific requirements with us before ordering.