fry in a pan; "pan-fry the dumplings"
To cook in small amount of fat.
To fry in an uncovered pan in the fat that accumulates from the cooking meat.
To cook in a moderate amount of fat in an uncovered pan.
a dry-heat method where food is cooked over high heat with little or no fat (preparation starts with cold skillet, and any accumulated fat is poured off during cooking).
to cook in an uncovered skillet in small amount of shortening.