10 Best Kadai for Cooking in India 2021 (Hawkins, Tefal, and more)

This product is recommended to those who’re looking for a durable Kadai with a round bottom. It is non-stick with a hard anodised material, it heats up quickly, distributes heat evenly, and is easy to clean. It also has two handles, which are made of rosewood, so they not only allow you to have a sturdy grip but also make it more comfortable to hold.

It uses less oil, yes because of the round shape bottom you do not need to use as much oil when you are deep frying items. If you have a joint family of more than six people, then this 4 litres Kadai will save your time as well as gas. Users have called it ‘super easy to clean Kadai,’ however, it is heavy to hold. 

One of the best products on the list, this Kadai is non-stick and works both on induction as well as gas stoves. It is made with high-quality aluminium, so it feels quite sturdy. The size of this Kadai is big enough for a family of three to five members, so unless you’re cooking for more people, this should easily suffice. 

Its handles are also insulated so you won’t burn your hands while cooking, and since it is made of aluminium, it also heats up relatively quickly. It is the perfect choice for those who have a lot of experience cooking and want to invest in an all-rounder Kadai. Many customers have lauded its non-stick base. 

This non-stick Kadai is perfect for a family of 3 to 4 people as it comes with a capacity of 2.6 litres. It is made of aluminium, so it heats up really fast. It doesn’t allow food to stick, which makes it easy to clean as well. It also has insulated handles to make sure you have a firm grip while cooking, and you do not burn yourself.

It is an induction-friendly Kadai, so it would be suitable for those who have induction cooktops and are looking for a Kadai that is not too big. According to the reviewers, this Kadai heats up quickly with induction as well; however, the handles loosen up quite frequently, so you have to tighten them manually.

This Kardai is for those who have less time to cook as 26 cm wide pan can comfortably fry around three normal-size break pakoras in one go with its even heating feature. It is very durable as well, and if maintained properly, will last for a long time. Due to its round bottom, you will not have to use a lot of oil.

This product is compatible only with gas; if you do not have a gas stove, then we do not recommend this one. You would also need to pay close attention while cleaning it to avoid any scratches on the non-stick coating or else it would destroy the pan.

This Kadai is 24cm in diameter, so it is big enough to serve more than 3-4 people, and since it is a non-stick product, it is also really easy to clean. It has two insulated handles, providing a firm grip and keeping your hands from getting burnt. The unique thing about this product is that it comes with a 2-year warranty.

You cannot use metal or spoon ladles on this Kadai because the Teflon coating will get damaged, so it is better to have wooden or silicone ladles.Lastly, the Kadai is not that deep, so you will have to make smaller pieces of samosas, kachoris, or whatever you want to cook so that there are no unfried areas left.  

If you’re a fan of the traditional type of Kadais, then this one would be perfect for you! This 1.75 litres cast iron Kadai is big enough for a family of three to four members. It is also durable, and it distributes heat evenly, so there’s almost no chance of burning your food. Additionally, once it’s adequately oiled, it is nearly as good as a non-stick pan.

It heats up quickly, retains heat for longer, and you can use metal spoons with it too. However, due to the material, it weighs almost 3 kgs, making it harder to wash. The handles are not insulated and have a thin shape, so you have to be extra cautious while holding them with a cloth. 

This one is for those who need a medium-size but lightweight Kadai to serve at least 3 to 4 people. If your guests visit frequently, you would want to impress them by cooking early, so this Kadai will work at your advantage. It heats up quickly, so you can cook much faster, and it has two insulated handles to make sure you have a firm grip while cooking.

It is also quite deep, so you can deep-fry foods like samosas, and can easily prepare larger quantities of smaller items such as nuggets or fries. Although, if you are buying this Kadai for its non-stick coating, then it might not be the best one. According to the reviewers, the non-stick coating starts coming off after about four to six months.

For those who only fry smaller foods like puris or mathis, and do not need to cook large quantities, this would be the right choice! It has a round base, so you can deep fry without having to use too much oil, while its non-stick coating makes it easy to clean. It works well for those who usually cook for 2-3 people, and do not need a huge one.

If you’re looking for an induction-friendly Kadai, this is not the one for you because it cannot be used on induction cooktops. Also, it is not too deep enough for cooking bigger deep-fried foods like cutlets or chops. However, if you want to cook something else besides frying like poha, regular sabzi, pura, or any other thing, this Kadai with a rounded base is apt. 

All those looking for a large stainless steel Kadai which will work on both a gas stove and an induction cooktop should definitely consider this product! It is quite big so it can easily serve up to 6 people. You don’t need to worry about the handles either as they are insulated so they won’t burn your hands.

On the downside though, since this is made of stainless steel, it does not distribute heat evenly, and there is a high chance of your food getting burnt if you’re not careful.

Furthermore, due to its size, it can be pretty heavy and may seem difficult to handle for those who usually do not use heavier utensils. You would also need to use more oil as it has a flat bottom.

This is the only Kadai on the list which will perfectly serve 1 to 2 people with its compact size. Although it is a lightweight product, it is quite sturdy and has insulated or dual handles to make sure your hands are not burnt while cooking. This product is made of hard anodised aluminium, so it heats up quickly.

If you are looking for a Kadai which can serve more than two people though, this isn’t the one for you as it is too small for that. Due to its size, it is also not the best Kadai to prepare bigger deep-fried foods like kachori as they need more space to cook, but you can fry french-fries or aloo tikki easily.