Lidded clay pots are excellent choices for making any dish that needs to be simmered, stewed, or braised. That includes beans and grains like rice. The clay generally takes longer to fully heat than a metal pot, but once it does, it retains that heat and allows for steady, gentle cooking
Why do people cook in clay pots?
Clay pot's porous nature allows both steam and heat to circulate through the food, which results in thorough yet aromatic cooked food. This lets the food retain more nutritive value than food prepared in other kinds of utensils. Also, meat prepared in clay pots remains juicy and tender.
These pots require soaking and seasoning before use and come with instructions along with a list of Do's and Donts to get you started on one of the oldest cooking techniques around.
