What is a clay pot?
The clay pot is a cooking pot made of clay. Clay pots can be used on the hob, but more often they are used in the oven to produce specialized dishes and can also be used in fires and buried pits for various regional foods. In many cultures, including Asia, North Africa, the Middle East and parts of Latin America, there is a tradition of cooking clay pots and a huge range of meals can be prepared in clay pots. A typical clay pot is left by Unglalated, which is decisive for the cooking process, and usually comes with a comfortable lid that is used to cover food during cooking. A small amount of decorative glaze or carving can be used on the outside of the pot and the handles are also made of clay.
For the use of a clay pot when cooking cooks on a pot in water at least half an hour before cooking. Because the pot is not glazed, soaks the water, and then releases it in the form of steam during cooking. The porous texture also supports gas exchange and ensures thatE does not produce pressure in the clay pot and allows the food in the pot to be filled with smoke from the fire, in the case of food prepared on or near it.
clay flower pots are ideal for slowly baked dishes because they allow the desire to slowly ripen without drying the food. Often, a slightly caramelized taste develops, with foods such as meat, boiling on a fork texture and is fully filled with taste from other ingredients in a clay pot. Classically, clay dishes are served directly from the pot while they are still hot.
When using a clay pot, some alerts are connected. It is important to raise the temperature slowly so that the pot does not crack or explode. Hot clay flower pots should never be placed on cold or wet surfaces, so the temperature can cause the pot to burst. These pots also maintain very well and keep warm very well so people wouldIf you are careful when handling clay to ensure that it does not burn.
As soon as the clay pot is completely cooled, it should be washed with warm water and dried completely before inserting into the storage. Ideally, detergents and soaps should not be used on clay pots, as they can penetrate porous clay and infuse into food and add an unpleasant taste. If the dirt is firmly held, the pot can be soaked to release it and then gently withstand the non -derived cloth.