This guide covers the Ninja ZEROSTICK Ceramic Pro 18 cm Saucepan, designed for home cooks seeking exceptional non-stick performance and even heat distribution. Its key benefit lies in the advanced ZEROSTICK Ceramic Pro coating, allowing cooking with little to no oil and simplifying cleanup. While incredibly durable and dishwasher safe, handwashing is recommended to extend the life of its superior non-stick surface, ensuring years of reliable use in your kitchen.
ZEROSTICK Ceramic Pro Coating: Ninja's exclusive ceramic coating is 100% PTFE-free and bonded to the base, creating a smooth surface that ensures food won't stick and makes cleaning effortless. It's strengthened by a deeper embedded ZEROSTICK primer for enhanced durability.
100% Recycled Aluminium Body: Crafted from a 4mm thick, heavy-gauge recycled aluminum body, this saucepan provides excellent heat retention and delivers even heat distribution for consistent cooking results.
Optimized Heat Distribution: The heavy gauge aluminum body and full induction base transfer heat efficiently from the hob, allowing for quick pre-heating and more efficient cooking.
Tempered Glass Lid: Features a stainless steel-rimmed, 4mm thick tempered glass lid that allows you to easily monitor your food as it cooks without lifting the lid, retaining heat and moisture.
Ergonomic Cast Stainless Steel Handle: Designed for comfort, the curved cast stainless steel handle provides a secure grip, making it easy to move the saucepan from the hob to the oven or table.
Versatile Hob Compatibility: Engineered with a stainless steel plate in the base, making it compatible with all hob types, including induction, ceramic, electric, and gas.
High Heat & Scratch Resistance: Heat-proof up to 350°C and tough enough to withstand metal spatulas and utensils without scratching, offering robust performance and longevity.
Superior Non-Stick Performance: Cook with little to no oil thanks to the advanced ZEROSTICK Ceramic Pro coating, which is also 100% PTFE-free.
Effortless Cleaning: Food slides off easily, making cleanup a breeze, whether handwashing or using a dishwasher.
Exceptional Durability: The coating is scratch-resistant and metal utensil safe, ensuring it withstands rigorous daily use.
Even Cooking: The heavy-gauge recycled aluminum body provides consistent, even heat distribution, preventing hot spots.
Oven Safe: Can be used in the oven up to 350°C, offering versatility for finishing dishes or keeping food warm.
Universal Hob Compatibility: Works seamlessly on all hob types, including induction.
Handwashing Recommended for Longevity: While dishwasher safe, handwashing is advised to preserve the non-stick coating for the longest possible lifespan.
Superior Non-Stick Performance: Cook with little to no oil thanks to the advanced ZEROSTICK Ceramic Pro coating, which is also 100% PTFE-free.
Effortless Cleaning: Food slides off easily, making cleanup a breeze, whether handwashing or using a dishwasher.
Exceptional Durability: The coating is scratch-resistant and metal utensil safe, ensuring it withstands rigorous daily use.
Even Cooking: The heavy-gauge recycled aluminum body provides consistent, even heat distribution, preventing hot spots.
Oven Safe: Can be used in the oven up to 350°C, offering versatility for finishing dishes or keeping food warm.
Universal Hob Compatibility: Works seamlessly on all hob types, including induction.
Handwashing Recommended for Longevity: While dishwasher safe, handwashing is advised to preserve the non-stick coating for the longest possible lifespan.
The Ninja ZEROSTICK Ceramic Pro Saucepan excels in a variety of cooking applications, making it a highly versatile addition to any kitchen.
This 18 cm saucepan is ideal for simmering sauces, cooking grains like rice or quinoa, boiling vegetables, or preparing small batches of soup. Its non-stick surface allows you to sauté aromatics for curries or stews with minimal oil, ensuring they brown beautifully without sticking.
Despite being a saucepan, its non-stick properties and even heat distribution make it suitable for quickly searing small cuts of meat or sautéing vegetables. The ZEROSTICK coating means ingredients release effortlessly, allowing for easy flipping and stirring.
Thanks to its heat resistance up to 350°C, you can start a dish on the hob and transfer it directly to the oven to finish cooking or keep warm. For example, you can simmer a sauce and then bake it with a cheese topping directly in the pan.
The transparent, tempered glass lid lets you visually monitor the cooking progress without lifting it, helping to maintain consistent temperatures and prevent heat loss. The ergonomic cast stainless steel handle remains comfortable to grip, even when the pan is full.
After cooking, the ZEROSTICK coating ensures that even stubborn residues wipe away easily. For best results and to maintain the coating's integrity over time, handwashing with warm soapy water and a soft sponge is recommended, though it is also dishwasher safe for convenience.
Unpack: Carefully remove the saucepan and lid from its packaging.
Initial Wash: Before first use, wash the saucepan and lid thoroughly with warm, soapy water and a soft sponge. Rinse well and dry completely.
Hob Types: This saucepan is designed for use on all hob types, including:
Induction
Electric
Gas
Ceramic
Oven Use: It is heat-proof up to 350°C, allowing for seamless transition from hob to oven.
Utensil Safety: The ZEROSTICK Ceramic Pro coating is tough enough to be used with metal spatulas and utensils, though silicone, wooden, or nylon utensils are generally gentler on non-stick surfaces and can help extend the coating's life.
Cleaning: While the saucepan is dishwasher safe, handwashing is strongly recommended to preserve the ZEROSTICK coating for a longer period. Use warm, soapy water and a non-abrasive sponge or cloth. Avoid harsh scourers or abrasive cleaners that could damage the surface.
Storage: When storing, place a soft cloth or pan protector between pans if stacking to prevent scratches to the non-stick surface or exterior.
Heat Management: Always pre-heat on a low-to-medium heat setting. High heat should only be used for boiling liquids. Excessive heat over prolonged periods can reduce the lifespan of any non-stick coating.
Cooling: Allow the saucepan to cool completely before washing it. Submerging a hot pan in cold water can cause thermal shock and potentially warp the pan or damage the coating over time.