Hawkins Nonstick Frying Pan (Rounded Sides) 24 cm rounded sides (NF24R)

Hawkins Nonstick Frying Pan (NF24R) with rounded sides and 24 cm diameter is a highly versatile kitchen essential designed for everyday cooking needs. Manufactured by Hawkins Cookers Ltd, a trusted Indian brand known for durability, innovation, and safety in cookware, this frying pan stands out with its practical design, quality construction, and nonstick performance. Whether you’re sautéing vegetables, making omelets, frying fish, or cooking gravies, this pan is designed to offer effortless cooking and easy clean-up.

Key Features

Size & Shape

• Diameter: 24 cm

• Rounded Sides: Ideal for stir-frying and flipping food without spilling

• Height of Sides: Slightly deep, which helps contain splatters and allows cooking with sauces or liquids

The rounded sides give this pan an edge over flat-bottom fry pans. They allow for better stirring and tossing, which is essential for dishes like scrambled eggs, stir-fried noodles, sautéed vegetables, and gravies.

Material & Build Quality

The Hawkins NF24R frying pan is constructed with heavy-gauge virgin aluminum, which offers even and efficient heat distribution across the cooking surface. This reduces the chances of hot spots and ensures your food is cooked uniformly.

• Gauge of Aluminum: Heavy-duty for long-lasting durability

• Weight: Lightweight enough for everyday use, yet sturdy

• Base Thickness: Offers excellent heat retention

This pan also comes with an external hard anodized base, which adds another layer of protection and strength, making it more resistant to warping under high temperatures.

Nonstick Coating

One of the biggest highlights of this frying pan is its premium PFOA-free nonstick coating.

Benefits:

• Requires less oil or ghee for cooking – ideal for health-conscious users

• Prevents food from sticking, even with delicate items like eggs or paneer

• Easy to clean with just a sponge and mild detergent

• Saves time during both cooking and cleaning

The nonstick coating is also metal spoon friendly (with care), but it’s still recommended to use wooden or silicone spatulas for longer life.

Handle Design

The Hawkins NF24R comes with a cool-touch handle that remains safe to hold even during high-heat cooking.

 Handle Features:

• Ergonomic design: Offers a firm and comfortable grip

• Stay-cool technology: Made of heat-resistant materials

• Riveted design: Ensures long-term durability without loosening

The handle is also angled in a way that gives good balance and control while flipping or transferring food.

Cooking Compatibility

• Stovetops: Compatible with gas stoves only

• Not suitable for induction

• Oven safe? Not recommended for use in ovens due to the handle construction

It is ideal for everyday Indian cooking, especially for dishes that require tossing, sautéing, frying, or shallow cooking.

Performance in Indian Kitchens

The Hawkins NF24R is perfectly suited for Indian households due to its capacity and shape. Here’s how:

Common Uses:

• Frying puris, cutlets, and kebabs

• Sautéing onions, tomatoes, and spices

• Preparing egg dishes like omelets and bhurji

• Stir-frying paneer or tofu

• Cooking Chinese dishes like fried rice or noodles

• Making quick gravies, pasta, and curry bases

Its slightly high sides help reduce oil splatter while offering more room for stirring and turning food items.

Ease of Maintenance

The nonstick interior means that food rarely sticks, so cleaning is hassle-free. Just allow the pan to cool before washing, and use a soft sponge with a mild dishwashing liquid.

 Care Tips:

• Avoid using abrasive cleaners or steel scrubbers

• Do not overheat the empty pan

• Store it carefully to avoid scratching the nonstick surface

• Always use wooden, nylon, or silicone spatulas

With proper care, the nonstick coating can last for several years.

Safety & Health Benefits

• PFOA-Free Nonstick Coating: Ensures your food is free from toxic chemicals

• Low-oil Cooking: Supports a healthy lifestyle by reducing the need for excess oil or fat

• Cool-Touch Handle: Prevents burns or injuries while cooking

This pan is built with safety in mind, ensuring it stays reliable over the long term without compromising your health.

Design & Aesthetics

• Elegant black exterior with a sleek finish

• Matches well with other cookware and kitchen appliances

• Rounded edges not only aid functionality but also give a premium appearance