Not to sound pedantic, but there's an object created for this exact purpose, it's called "lid"; I think is way better and safer to use it instead of some paper. The only way to use a paper towel safely could be on an induction oven, but i still consider better to use a lid, maybe shifting it a little if you want to avoid completely closing the pan.

I recommend you use the lid instead. I think is way better and safer to use it instead of some paper.

The only way to use a paper towel safely could be on an induction oven, but i still consider better to use a lid, maybe shifting it a little if you want to avoid completely closing the pan.