pan-fry

American  

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

verb (used with object)

pan-fried, pan-frying

1. to fry in a small amount of fat, as in a skillet or shallow pan; sauté.

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Etymology

Origin of pan-fry

First recorded in 1940–45; pan ¹ + fry ¹

Example Sentences

In addition to eggs, toast and copious amounts of coffee, my husband, Tom, decided to try out the suggestion made by our friends the previous evening and pan-fry slices of cake in butter.

From Salon • Jan. 29, 2025

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

From Washington Times • May 25, 2023

Next time you roast, saute, sear or pan-fry vegetables or proteins, check out the bottom of the pan.

From Washington Post • Feb. 17, 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

Americans like to grill or pan-fry fish, for example, while people in China often boil it in a hot pot.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 12, 2021