pan-fry

[pan-frahy, -frahy] / ˈpænˈfraɪ, -ˌfraɪ /

VERB

fry in a pan

Synonyms

STRONG

frizz frizzle fry griddle pan sear

WEAK

sauté stir-fry

Example Sentences

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Quail is wonderfully versatile — pan-fry it, grill it, roast it, even braise it if you’re feeling cozy.

From Salon • Dec. 4, 2025

And finally, we pan-fry the patties until browned and crisp.

From Washington Times • May 25, 2023

I patted it dry, moved right along, and loved the dish that resulted: A quick pan-fry gets the tofu wonderfully crisp-chewy, then it quickly simmers in a spicy soy sauce that becomes a glaze.

From Washington Post • Mar. 13, 2022

Stuff a tablespoon or so of this filling into dumpling wrappers, and steam or pan-fry for an inventive, satisfying spin on Thanksgiving flavors that's just begging for a dip in cranberry sauce.

From Salon • Nov. 26, 2021

You can skewer cubes of tempeh with veggies and grill them as kebabs, or slice a tempeh cake into ¼-inch slices, pan-fry and use in sandwiches.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 6, 2021