Hawkins Stewpot (AST85) Tope with Lid 8.5 L capacity 28 cm diameter  (Hard Anodised)

Hard Anodised Aluminium - tough and durable, will not pit, tarnish or corrode and will stay looking new for years. It is a modern version of the traditional Indian patila or degchi (a deep cooking vessel). The elegant stewpot can be used for cooking as well as serving on the table. It has 2 short, strong, comfortable and stay-cool plastic handles which are permanently riveted to the Pan. It has a strong and sturdy stainless steel lid to stop splatter of hot foods. Suitable for use on domestic gas, kerosene, electric, ceramic and halogen stoves. Perfect for Mutton Biryani (Rice Layered with Spicy Mutton), Sooji Halwa (Semolina Pudding), Bengal Fish Curry, Saut�ed Vegetables, Vegetable Pilau, Kadai Paneer (Stir-Fried Cottage Cheese), Egg Curry and Sukhi Dal (Dry Split Skinned Green Gram). The Futura Cook n Serve Stewpot is a modern version of the traditional Indian patila or degchi (a deep cooking vessel). In these Stewpots you can conveniently cook rice, dal, curries and many popular desserts such as Firni, Sooji Halwa and Ras Malai. The thick base and sides of these Stewpots spread heat evenly and retain warmth for a long time ? making them excellent utensils for both cooking and serving. Cooking and serving in the same pot makes good sense ? the food stays hot longer and you have less to clean up and less for storage. The Hard Anodised finish on these pots will stay looking new for years. The Stewpots have two stay-cool plastic handles. These pots are suitable for domestic gas, electric, ceramic and halogen cooktops. The Lid is made of AISI 304, 18/8 food grade Stainless Steel that is extremely hygienic, durable and non-reactive to most foods. It has a comfortable, stay-cool plastic knob.