Black Cooking Mud Pot with Lid

Benefits & More

• Retains Nutritional Value - Pores present in mud pots regulate the heat & moisture
• Adds Minerals to Food – It owns more than 16 natural minerals such as calcium, iron, copper, manganese, magnesium & phosphorous
• Neutralizes Acid Value - Mud utensils are alkaline in nature
• Eliminates Bacteria – It creates a barrier for bacteria to grow & prevent food from spoiling
• Uses Less Oil – It helps naturally retain oil & moisture in the food
• Makes Food Delicious – The aroma & elements of mud adds up in food making food tastier

Description

Black mud pots have been an integral part of culinary traditions for centuries, prized for their ability to evenly distribute heat and add a unique, earthy flavour to dishes. Black mud pot is known for their robust and dark appearance. This black clay pots for cooking are a variant of the larger black pottery family, and they bring an artisanal charm to the kitchen.

Made primarily from special types of clay, a black clay pot or black mud pot often undergoes a specific heating process to attain its dark hue. The making of these pots is an art form that has been passed down through generations, often originating from regions with a rich history of black pottery making. They're not only aesthetic additions to your kitchen, but many consider them among the best clay pots for cooking, particularly for slow-cooked recipes like stews and curries.

What sets black mud pots apart from regular metal or ceramic cookware is their porous nature, which allows for better moisture retention and heat circulation. This makes mud pots for cooking an ideal choice for those aiming to keep nutrients and flavours intact. Additionally, clay pots are alkaline in nature, which could neutralize the acidity of foods, making dishes healthier.

You can buy these clay pots online at Organic Gyaan. Our variety extends beyond cooking mud pots to clay utensils, serving dishes, and other cookware. With growing awareness of the benefits of traditional cooking methods, clay pots for cooking, particularly the black pot variants, are experiencing a resurgence in popularity.

Cooking In Black Mud Pot Benefits

• Cooking in mud utensils like black mud pot are porous in nature which allows even heat circulation throughout the vessel. This helps to cook food evenly and keep it fresh for longer periods of time.
• Mud pot for cooking is alkaline in nature and thus neutralizes the acidic nature of food. This helps to restore the pH balance which makes it easy for you to digest the food.
• Cooking with mud utensils will infuse trace minerals in the food such as calcium, phosphorous, sulphur and magnesium.
• It also helps retain the original taste and nutrition of the food.

Instructions To Cook in Black Mud Pot?

1. Before using the mud pot for the first time, soak it in water for 6-8 hours. This will help to remove any impurities and also prevent the pot from cracking when it is heated.
2. Always cook on low to medium heat when using a mud pot. It is not recommended to use high heat as it can damage the pot and cause it to crack.
3. Before adding any ingredients to the pot, heat it slowly over low flame for 5-10 minutes. This will ensure that the pot is evenly heated and prevent any sudden temperature changes that can cause it to crack.
4. In the initial cooking stage in the Mud pot, it is advisable to cook rice only (twice or thrice) on a very low flame as by doing so the durability of the Mud pot gets stronger & the shelf life is increased.

Instructions To Clean the Black Mud Pot?

1. After cooking, let the mud pot cool down completely before cleaning it. Do not immerse the hot pot in water as it can cause it to crack.
2. To clean the mud pot, use warm water and lemon. Scrub gently with our coconut coir scrub which is soft. Do not use any harsh scrubbers or abrasive materials as they can damage the surface of the pot.

Instructions To Store the Black Mud Pot?

1. After washing, dry thoroughly to prevent the forming of mold.
2. Store the mud pot with the lid off allowing air to circulate or invert the lid and place a paper towel between the pot and the lid to prevent chipping.
3. Make sure the pot is thoroughly dry before storing it as this will eliminate the risk of mold growth inside the pot.
4. Store your mudware in dry and well-ventilated areas.

Product Information

Refund & Return Policies for Mud Utensils

1.  If you receive a damaged or defective item, please contact our customer service within 48 hours of receiving the item along with pictures or videos of the defective item & we shall process the issue further.

2. Any mud utensils that have been delivered intact to the customer after his/her purchase will not be eligible for a return or refund.

3. Clay products are delicate and it takes a lot of effort to deliver them safely to the customer. So, it might not be possible to ship it back in the same way and deliver it safely to us.

4. Natural variations in mud utensils, such as colour or texture, are inherent due to the handmade nature of the product. These are not considered defects and will not be grounds for a return/refund.

मिट्टी के बर्तनों के लिए रिटर्न एवं रिफंड नीतियां:

१. यदि आपको कोई क्षतिग्रस्त या दोषपूर्ण वस्तु प्राप्त होती है, तो कृपया दोषपूर्ण वस्तु की तस्वीरों या वीडियो के साथ आइटम प्राप्त होने के 48 घंटों के भीतर हमारी ग्राहक सेवा से संपर्क करें और हम समस्या पर आगे की कार्रवाई करेंगे।

२. कोई भी मिट्टी का बर्तन जो ग्राहक को उसकी खरीद के बाद सही सलामत वितरित किया गया है, वह वापसी या रिफंड के लिए पात्र नहीं होगा।

३. मिट्टी के उत्पाद नाजुक होते हैं और इन्हें ग्राहक तक सुरक्षित पहुंचाने में काफी मेहनत लगती है। इसलिए, इसे उसी तरह वापस भेजना और हमें सुरक्षित रूप से वितरित करना संभव नहीं हो सकता है।

४. मिट्टी के बर्तनों में प्राकृतिक विविधताएं, जैसे रंग या बनावट, उत्पाद की हस्तनिर्मित प्रकृति के कारण अंतर्निहित होती हैं। इन्हें दोष नहीं माना जाता है और ये रिटर्न/रिफंड का आधार नहीं होंगे।