What are Donabe's pots?
During the ages, almost all cultures used clay as a material for cooking flower pots. In Japan, traditional clay cooking pots are called Donal flower pots, while in Spain they are referred to as Cazuel and Cooks in Africa they call their clay pots with diluted brands. The porous surface of the clay allows even the heating distribution throughout. Donabe pots, including Hundreds, traditional furnaces and microwave furnaces, can be used on most heat sources.
The method of cooking in the Donabe pot is very easy. Once you buy Donabe, fill it with water from the tap and let it stand for several hours until all water is absorbed. It is not necessary to moisture the pot every time every time, but if the pot sat in the pantry for a long time, be sure to re -hydrate the pot before using it. It is important to make sure that the outer side of the pot is before use for cooking, because the moisture could cause rupture.
While the Donabe pot is extremely versatile, it should only be used to cook meals with soup or base, such as miso soup or recipe for type stew. Due to their porous texture, you should never try to cook completely dry food or fry foods in oil in these pots. Meals that benefit from melting flavors are ideal for preparing in the Donabe pot, as even heat distribution allows noble mixing of flavors. The clay pots never shine in one place, which almost eliminates the need for mixing. And because you rarely have to lift the lid to mix, even the heaviest selection of meat and pieces of vegetables cooked until it is in your own juices-and retain all your nutrients for maximum health benefits.
Most Donabe pots are as beautiful for how functional they are, so the transition from the stove to the table is an easy one -stage process. Another advantage of cooking and servinug in the Donabe pot is that the clay keeps foodabout warm for some time at the dining table. After completing the meal, gently clean the Donab pot with a fine detergent and rinse thoroughly. Sharp dishes or abrasive washing machines should never be used on Donabe, as possible scoring can affect the overall consistency of the cooking surface.