We suggest avoiding Avocado oil as this oil can become sticky when heated. If you choose to use EVOO, please keep your heat to no higher than medium.
For long-lasting performance, we recommend you use your GreenPans on low to medium heat settings with a few drops of high smoke point oil. If you're using EVOO for the health benefits, or are looking for an alternative to vegetable or canola oil, I'd recommend avocado oil as it has a much higher smoke point than EVOO.
I've used avocado oil and it was fine. I've used canola oil, also turned out fine. The key is just use a little so there is no pooling anywhere including where the pan starts to slope on the edges and you will be fine. Do it, cook with it and you also will be fine.
In 2019, a lawsuit was brought against GreenPan claiming false advertising and concluded with no findings of liability by the company. The case was dismissed. What we said about our products is true. Thermolon coating is free of PFAS, PFOA, lead, and cadmium.
Then, we removed GreenPan entirely from our list of non-toxic cookware. There were two primary reasons: Competing brands began providing independent laboratory testing to prove their products are non-toxic. We became aware of lawsuits against GreenPan that cast doubt on the company's marketing claims.
Carbonization is Sticky
Here's why. Overheating + oils= carbonization (a.k.a. those little spots that cause your food to stick to the pan). But don't worry! You can use a melamine sponge (e.g. our Restore Sponge) to wipe them away.
Celebrated for its high smoke point and nutritional profile, avocado oil is perfect for high-heat cooking in ceramic pans. It's loaded with healthy fats and antioxidants, making it a healthier choice for your kitchen.
Our 100% Pure Avocado Oil Spray is naturally non-stick (propellant free), has a 500°F smoke point, and a smooth, neutral taste that puts your food's flavor center stage. Always non-GMO and glyphosate residue free, they are a convenient way to add a little awesome to your everyday cooking routine.
The short answer, No!
It is often the case that the Bakelite handle of the pan has been exposed to extreme heat (if the pan has not been placed on the hob correctly). Exposing the Bakelite handle to such extreme heat will cause the smell and possibly even some burning of the handle.
The other oil to avoid is extra-virgin olive oil. GreenPan's care and use instructions recommend "keeping extra virgin olive oil for the salad bowl and not using it as a cooking oil because it easily oxidizes on exposure to air and heat." You'll also want to use the right amount of oil.
1- Fill the pan halfway up with water and a little bit of washing-up liquid. 2- Bring it to the boil. The cooking process should remove the charred residue. 3- The rest of the pan can be cleaned with water and washing-up liquid.
Which cooking oils are healthiest? Skousen says she recommends avocado oil and extra-virgin olive oil, particularly for anyone who wants to reduce their risk of cancer or cancer recurrence. “These two are high in heart-healthy monounsaturated fatty acids, antioxidants and omega-3 fatty acids,” she says.
TL;DR: With about the same lifespan (2-5 years) as other high-quality nonstick cookware, GreenPan uses a “healthy ceramic nonstick” coating (Thermolon) that is PTFE, PFAS, Cadmium, and PFOA free, giving chefs the peace of mind that their nonstick cookware is safe to use.
USE OIL OR BUTTER
Everything tastes better with butter or oil. It helps distribute heat, too. We recommend high-smoke point oils for high-heat cooking. Avoid spray oils, though—they use a propellant that damages nonstick coatings.
A melamine sponge (such as the Mr. Clean Magic Eraser) will do the trick. Use light pressure and warm water with your melamine sponge to remove the carbonized layer of fat and your Green Pan™ will start cooking (and stop sticking) like new!
The quickest recipe for a damaged ceramic pan is to place it over the flame without anything in it: without food, oil, or butter to absorb the heat, your pan will quickly overheat, causing the ceramic surface to break down and possibly even crack.
It is likely that you have a layer of carbonized oil built up on your pan that will create a barrier between the pan and your food. When this happens, you are basically cooking on the layer of oil as opposed to the surface of the pan. This layer may not be visible.
In fact, avocado oil can sustain higher temps than most popular cooking fats, including canola oil, corn oil, coconut oil, and peanut oil. This high smoke point means it's perfect for pan-frying, roasting, barbecuing, and baking.
Every time you heat up a ceramic pan, it naturally releases a little bit. from whatever's underneath the ceramic, and that means that coating is wearing out. every single time you heat it, no matter the temperature, which then, unfortunately, makes it stick.
Keeping your ceramics in shape
Make your pan naturally non-stick for easy cleaning and added flavor with high-quality fats or oils. Our favorite choices are Avocado Oil, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Tallow, Ghee, or Grass-Fed Butter.
No, PTFE is a PFAS, and we do not use any PFAS including PTFE or PFOA in our coatings.
Scratches, dents, or pits in the coating won't affect the safety or performance of your pan. HOW CAN I DEEP CLEAN MY PAN? For the interior: Fill the pan halfway with water and bring it to a near boil for about 2 minutes.