de Buyer Saute Pans
De Buyer Sauteuses made of copper, stainless steel or aluminum die-cast with non-stick coating
Hardly any other people know how to enjoy life as much as the French do. And so it does not surprise us how many special pots and pans are considered indispensable for the preparation of certain dishes. That is why many pots and pans also have a French name. This is also the case with the sauteuse (from the French "faire sauter").
A sauteuse is a pan that has a usually outwardly drawn, high edge. This conically shaped edge of the sauteuse is suitable for briefly searing meat or vegetables (sautéing) or tossing them in fat or butter. It is important when sautéing that only as much food is available for tossing as the sauteuse bottom allows. Otherwise, the meat or vegetables would cook unevenly. In German usage, the sauteuse is also called a "Schwenkpfanne" (tossing pan).
A sauteuse that is straight and formed at a right angle to the base plate is also known as a "Sautoir" or "Sautierpfanne" (saute pan). The method of preparation in a sauteuse corresponds to that of an Asian wok. Furthermore, the conically shaped sauteuses are suitable for preparing sauces. Due to the outwardly curved shape of these French frying pans, it is very easy to whisk or reduce sauces with a whisk or cooking spoon.
The material and wall thickness of the de Buyer sauteuses
The de Buyer sauteuses made of thin-walled stainless steel from the Affinity series or the sauteuses from the Inocuivre and Prima Matera series with externally clad copper allow for outstanding heat transfer to the meat or vegetables. Copper is considered the best heat conductor in the kitchen. This way, the full flavor is preserved during cooking, as the material quickly distributes the temperature to the food. A heating circuit is created not only on the bottom but also on the walls, evenly heating the ingredients. Copper cookware is particularly suitable for delicate dishes, reducing sauces, and any kind of liquids. Therefore, there is actually no way around a de Buyer sauteuse made of copper and stainless steel. The material of the 2 mm thick copper series Prima Matera from de Buyer has a ferromagnetic base. This allows the sauteuse to be used on all types of stoves. It is induction-compatible.
Another characteristic of copper is that it has antibacterial properties. That is why copper alloys (brass) are also used for door handles and window handles in hospitals. The pipes of our drinking water supply are also made of copper.
Care instructions for copper sauteuses
Copper changes color when it comes into contact with heat. To restore the original shine of the de Buyer sauteuses, we recommend using the special polishing paste for copper. Under no circumstances should copper come into contact with metal sponges, as this will scratch the smooth surface. The inside of the copper sauteuse is made of stainless steel. The stainless steel can be easily cleaned with a sponge and dish soap. However, we strongly advise against cleaning the sauteuse in the dishwasher, as copper reacts with the salts in the dishwasher detergent.