Stone Kadaai / Vanali - 3.5 Ltrs

Stone Kadaai / Vanali – 3.5 Ltrs

Experience traditional stone cooking with our Stone Kadaai / Vanali – 3.5 Ltrs, a traditionally handcrafted cooking vessel made from natural Maakkal / Soapstone. Designed for everyday South Indian cooking, this stone kadaai is suitable for preparing family-sized portions of Curries, Poriyal, Kuzhambu, Sambar, Vegetables and other traditional dishes.

With an approximately 3.5 Litre capacity, it offers a practical size for regular household cooking.

Fresh & Unseasoned Stone Kadaai

This Stone Kadaai / Vanali is supplied in its fresh, natural and unseasoned condition. Proper seasoning is required before the vessel is used for cooking.

Seasoning is an important preparation step for fresh stone cookware. Please follow the recommended seasoning instructions before first use.

Suitable for Traditional Cooking

The 3.5 Litre Stone Kadaai / Vanali can be used for preparing:

• Vegetable Poriyal

• Curries

• Kuzhambu

• Sambar

• Vegetable dishes

• Stir-fries

• Dal and pulses

• Gravies

• Other traditional South Indian dishes

Features

• Approximately 3.5 Litre capacity

• Traditionally handcrafted from natural Maakkal / Soapstone

• Fresh and unseasoned stoneware

• Suitable for traditional South Indian cooking

• Practical size for family meals

• Natural stone construction

• Suitable for gradual and steady heating

• Traditional stone cooking vessel

• Each piece has a unique natural stone appearance

Traditional Stone Cooking

Natural stone cookware has been traditionally used in South Indian kitchens for preparing a wide range of dishes.

The natural stone body heats gradually and retains heat during cooking, making it suitable for steady cooking over low to medium heat.

The 3.5 Litre size is suitable for preparing moderate to family-sized quantities of food.

How to Use

Since this is a fresh, unseasoned Stone Kadaai / Vanali, proper seasoning is required before cooking.

After seasoning:

1. Place the vessel on the stove.

2. Start with a low flame.

3. Allow the stone to heat gradually.

4. Add the ingredients and begin cooking.

5. Use low to medium heat as required.

6. Avoid sudden temperature changes.

7. Allow the vessel to cool naturally before washing.

Care & Maintenance

To maintain your Stone Kadaai:

• Allow the vessel to cool naturally before washing.

• Do not pour cold water into a hot stone vessel.

• Wash gently after use.

• Dry thoroughly before storing.

• Avoid sudden temperature changes.

• Follow the recommended seasoning process.

• Handle carefully to avoid accidental impact or dropping.

Natural Stone Variations

Each Stone Kadaai / Vanali is individually handcrafted from natural stone. Therefore, minor variations in colour, texture, shape, thickness and dimensions are natural.

The stone may naturally have shades ranging from grey to dark grey or black. Small natural marks and variations are characteristics of genuine handcrafted stoneware.

Product Specifications

Product Name: Stone Kadaai / Vanali – 3.5 Ltrs
Capacity: Approximately 3.5 Litres
Material: Natural Maakkal / Soapstone
Type: Fresh / Unseasoned Stoneware
Suitable For: Traditional Cooking
Origin: India

Important Note

This is a Fresh / Unseasoned Stone Kadaai / Vanali and is not ready for immediate cooking. Proper seasoning is required before first use.

As this is a handcrafted natural stone product, individual pieces may vary slightly in colour, shape, texture, dimensions and weight. These natural variations are part of the character of the product.

Enjoy traditional South Indian cooking with the Stone Kadaai / Vanali – 3.5 Ltrs from NMK Online, handcrafted from natural stone for everyday family cooking.

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