Hawkins 1.5 Cup Tadka Pan, 360 ml Triply Stainless Steel Pan, Induction Pan, Silver (STP15)

I was so pleased with the quality and weight of this little pan. I was unsure how successful it would be on my induction hob but from the very small base it heats up the side of the pan without overheating the long handle. The steel is thick and once to temperature retains the heat for long enough to fry my spices. The finish is beautiful and after washing it looks brand new. I'm looking forward to making little round fluffy omelettes in it from a recipe I saw on YouTube, Curries with Bumbi is the channel which is where I saw a similar pan. I hope it's ok to recommend a YouTube channel on here, because anybody learning about curries would love Bumbi and her recipes.

Very good build quality

Good quality but takes a long time to heat up in an induction stove.

Strong and well made, will probably last forever. Works as expected.

perfect in every way!

Looks good and sturdy. Although this item was described as compatible with an induction hub, it did not work as expected. Therefore, it is currently no use to us .

A well-made piece of cookware, perfect for frying mustard seeds and other elements of tempering for curries, with a strong and long handle. I was concerned that, with a small base, it might not work on my induction hob but it heats up fine. My one frustration is that it does not sit on my induction hob - it tips unless you hold it. The manufacturer's label states that models with a support are a fire risk as they may be left on the cooker, so better to hold it while preparing the temper. However, it is hard to drop in different spices at different stages with one hand only. I prop mine up with a little pot to keep my hands free while adding spices. Certainly one should not move away while preparing the temper, so this is just for the brief time during which different items are added. (As the whole pan is quite low, even if it did tip it is at a low angle and isn't likely to spill the contents, though it would lose contact with the induction surface.) Nevertheless, the quality of the Hawkins tadka pan is excellent and the size is just right for its purpose.

It didn’t on induction stove

Does the job, exactly as advertised.

Hawkins is best.very sturdy n heavy tadka pan.

I’ve been using this Hawkins 1.5 Tadka Pan for more than a year now, and it has been absolutely fantastic. The build quality is solid, durable, and feels premium—exactly what you expect from Hawkins Cookers. For those unfamiliar, tadka (also called tempering) is an Indian cooking technique where spices like mustard seeds, cumin, garlic, chilies, etc. are heated in oil or ghee and then poured over dishes like lentils (dal), curries, rice, or vegetables to enhance flavor. This pan is perfect for that purpose because it heats evenly and handles high temperatures very well. What I really like is that this pan is not limited to just tadka—you can also cook small portions of food, sauces, or quick stir-fries in it. It’s strong, well-balanced, and easy to handle. I clean it regularly and use it almost every day, and it still looks and performs like new. If you’re looking for a reliable, long-lasting pan for Indian cooking—or even for general small-quantity cooking—this is one of the best options out there. Highly recommended.

Necessity for every kitchen where Indian dishes are made.

Good quality