Hakan Suphan Handmade 4.7-Quart Midi Clay Cooking Pot with Lid, Natural Unglazed Cookware, Terracotta Cazuela, Casserole Dish, Rice Cooking, Stewpot, Korean, Indian, Mexican Dish 4.5 L

Very smart functional design and well made. I use it strictly for cooking soupy pinto beans with bacon or beef/pork short ribs in it... delicious flavor. High quality... very well packaged.IMPORTANT TIPS: To avoid cracks, it must be cured properly(immerse in water for 2-3 days... don't rush the process. ALSO, increase the heat gradually and low boil or simmer. AVOID high heat... there is no need for it, unglazed clay retains very good heat. To avoid mold: Wash with coarse salt and water ; dry it well(sunlight helps). Do not store it with the lid on it. Occasional immersing in water helps avoid cracks.FIRST TIME USE: Just low boil water with garlic, etc and discard... get rid of impurities. THEN start cooking in it. Hope it helps avoid disappointments.

Like how it can be used for several cooking methods i.e. open flame, in oven and even in microwave. Note: follow instructions to season it (oil well) BEFORE use then it will serve you well. It does give off oil smell while being seasoned in hot oven, but no "odd" odors or flavors imparted when cooking. No need to soak in water before using like the German clay Romatopf. Cooked dry kidney bean recipe and lamb dish recipes with great results. If seasoned properly, clean up is easy.

I followed the care/cooking directions precisely but the pot still cracked after only two uses. I am very disappointed since I really liked the flavor of food that came out of this pot. Just to add the smell that came out “ from” this pot during cooking time was unbearable, but I thought that it is normal for a first few uses (since the food flavor was not affected). Anyway I don’t recommend this product.

The clay pot with a lid is amazing! It's well-made and looks beautiful, showing the craftsperson's talent in working with good-quality clay. The lid fits perfectly, keeping the food moist and making it taste even better. The pot spreads heat evenly, so everything cooks perfectly. It's strong and can be used for lots of different recipes. I love using it for cooking because it makes my food taste so good!

I recently purchased a clay pot, and it has completely transformed my cooking experience. The pot retains heat exceptionally well, allowing for slow cooking that enhances the flavors of my dishes. Its natural material ensures even heat distribution, resulting in perfectly cooked meals every time. The pot is also beautifully crafted, adding a rustic charm to my kitchen. I highly recommend this clay pot to anyone looking to elevate their culinary skills!

I really liked this clay cooking pot at first, it worked great and seemed to be high quality. However, after just six or seven uses, it developed a crack. I always used it on a gas stove with no more than medium heat, washed it by hand after each use, and let it dry completely before using it again. I mainly used it for cooking beans, so it was never placed on the stove empty. Unfortunately, despite careful handling, it still cracked, which was disappointing. If you're considering this pot, be aware that durability might be an issue.

Needs to be cured first and even after curing as recommended, it lost considerable amount of folds due to porosity of the pot. Made the food dry

High quality.....retains heat well....can cook meats, soups, stews, make bread, etc......Awesome!