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

The De Buyer Chocinduction is a pressure cast aluminium frying pan with a non-stick coating, 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 — sautéing vegetables in batches, finishing sauces, or reheating proteins to order during service.

Pressure casting produces a more consistent wall thickness than stamped alternatives, which supports even heat distribution across the base and sides. During sustained service this reduces the likelihood of hot spots that cause uneven cooking or accelerate coating wear. The pan holds its temperature reasonably well between additions, and the non-stick surface makes it particularly well suited to eggs, fish, and delicate proteins that require careful management on bare metal.

Day-to-day operational 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 remains manageable during normal service conditions
• Cast construction is more resistant to warping than lighter pressed pans

There are limitations to be clear about. At 1.8kg this is a manageable weight, but chefs panning repeatedly through a long service will notice it at this diameter. The non-stick coating requires reasonable care — metal utensils and abrasive cleaning will shorten its working life, and high dry-heat is not appropriate for this coating type. For sites running very high cover counts where pans are cycled aggressively, a 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 have particularly demanding daily use in mind, we are happy to talk through what would suit your kitchen best.