Braising Pans - The Most Versatile Piece of Equipment

You won’t find a more versatile piece of equipment in any kitchen than a braising pan. Also known as tilt skillets, braising pans can do it all, from grilling and braising meats to steaming vegetables and rice, simmering soups and sauces to frying chicken. You can cook almost any menu item in this one type of equipment, instead of needing, three, four or more different kinds of kitchen appliances. Sizes range from countertop styles up to a 40+ gallon capacity

Braising pans come in either electric, gas, or induction heat, depending on your needs. Some common accessories customers outfit their braising pans with are motorized tilting, spigots, faucets, and covers. Additional options are available based on the make and model of the particular tilting skillet that you are looking at.

What makes the braising pan special is its combination of large griddle surface and liquid capacity along with the easy to tilt pan body with a spring assisted vent cover. Braising pans can perform the same functions as the following:

Griddle: Large cooking surface and precise solid state temperature controls make braising pans perfect for all your griddle requirements. Ideal for preparing grilled cheese sandwiches, pancakes, fritters, French toast or hamburgers

Shallow Fry: Large batches of chicken, fish and assorted meats can be shallow fried. Grease spatter is minimized due to the deep pan and grease is quickly and accurately removed via the large pouring lip or optional draw-off valve

Steamer: Perforated steamer inserts can allow for quick and easy steaming of vegetables and rice like a traditional pressure less convection steamer. In addition, you can poach, thaw, or use the braising pan as a bain marie for holding and warming food.

Stock Pot: Simmer or rapid boil soups, stews, sauces, and gravies with precise temperature control. The large pouring lip and smooth tilt action allow you to empty the braising pan quickly, easily and safely.

Pictured: Countertop braising pans are ideal for small menus or tight spaces (above) and the Cleveland 40 Gallon tilting skillet with motorized lift and cover. (below)