Buy a pan without a non-stick coating (eg stainless steel or enameled cast iron) and try and fry as much as you can in it. The feedback is straightforward: If

Buy a pan without a non-stick coating (eg stainless steel or enameled cast iron) and try and fry as much as you can in it. The feedback is straightforward: If your food sticks, you've messed up. It teaches you loads about the right amount of heat and patience.