10 best cauldrons

Traditional pilaf is cooked in a cauldron. This is a well-known thick-walled cookware, which is especially popular in the Caucasus, Asia and Europe. We learn how to choose the right metal boiler, and what popular models of vats are famous for.

First of all, you need to decide on where you plan to cook in dishes - in nature or at home. Other parameters already depend on it:

1. the form;
2. the size;
3. material;
4. weight;
5. Wall thickness;
6. volume;
7. quality of the upper closing part;
8. bottom.

In drawing up the ranking of the best cauldrons, we also took into account the views of consumers and experts.

Top casans rating

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
The best cast-iron cauldrons for pilaf	1	Dobrinja, with a cover, 7 l (DO-3306)	2 861 ₽
	2	Kazan Kama dishes, 7 l, with lid (k71)	2 990 ₽
	3	Bekker 3,1 L (Part Number BK-641)	2 012 ₽
The best aluminum cauldrons	1	Kukmara "Tradition", 4.5 L	1 806 ₽
	2	Cauldron for Pilau Dream "Granite Star" 6 l	2 070 ₽
	3	Kazan Tatar "Biol" with a lid, 12 l	3 585 ₽
	4	Kazan Neva Metal Crockery, with a lid-pan, 7 l	4 490 ₽
Best hiking cauldrons	1	Cauldron marching Biol "Tourism" with a lid, 7 l	1 050 ₽
	2	Cauldron marching "Kukmara" with a lid-pan, 5	1 020 ₽
	3	Cauldron with a cover marching Alita, 15700, gray, 5 l	1 753 ₽

The best cast-iron cauldrons for pilaf

Cast-iron vessels are produced by many well-known manufacturers of kitchen utensils. These products are more expensive than aluminum counterparts. Cast iron keeps warm for a long time. Food warms up in such a tank evenly. This material has a large weight and the ability to rust over time.

Dobrinja, with a cover, 7 l (DO-3306)

Rating: 4.9

The first place of honor belongs to the company "Dobrynya". The cauldron is made of cast iron of decent quality and provided with a lid of aluminum alloy. In this large saucepan, you can create the most exquisite dishes of Oriental cuisine. It is good because the food in it does not stick and does not acquire the smell of burning. Dense walls and qualities of iron do not allow food to cool down for a long period of time.

The model is suitable for all types of electrical devices, including outdoor recreation. It is advised to wash the container with your hands in warm water with a soft sponge and wipe it very dry. This will preserve the properties of cast iron. Buyers say that the weight of the dishes is quite substantial, but this does not upset them much, because the cast iron cannot weigh less. But cooking in it is a pleasure. Price - 3300 rubles.

Kazan Kama dishes, 7 l, with lid (k71)

Rating: 4.8

Further in the ranking is a cast-iron cauldron with an aluminum part at the top of 7 liters. This size is enough for a family of 4-5 people. The dishes are pretty heavy. Height - 15 cm, weight with lid - about 6 kilograms. Its walls and bottom are very thick.

Casting produced quality, no cracks. The top cover is covered with black paint. It is important to calcine the container before starting work. Buyers say that pilaf in dishes is very tasty and fragrant. Not enough non-stick coating model to become the best cauldron in the ranking. Price - 2990 rubles.

Bekker with a lid, with a grill, with a spatula, with chopsticks, 3.1 l (art. BK-641)

Rating: 4.7

Kazan Bekker is made in China and is excellent for cooking meat and vegetable dishes. The model has a non-stick coating, high strength and environmental friendliness of the material. The tank gets very hot in a matter of minutes and cools for a long time. During operation, the cast iron alloy does not react with the products. The dishes have two sturdy stainless steel handles. The closing element has a steam trap and is made of glass that is not exposed to high temperatures. It is firmly attached to the edge of the vessel and holds the flavor of the dish.

Included are a steel barbecue grill, bamboo sticks, nylon spatula. The pot is designed for all types of stoves and can be used in the oven. Price - 2239 rubles.

The best aluminum cauldrons

Aluminum is an easy budget option. It conducts heat well, heats up quickly and instantly cools. The material is suitable for hiking, but not in demand among chefs who cook authentic oriental dishes.

Kukmara "Tradition" with a metal lid, non-stick coating, 4.5 l

Rating: 4.9

The distinctive characteristics of the next participant in the rating include special coverage, harmless material. Kazan "Tradition" is used for a variety of dishes. Particularly tasty are pilaf, roasted meat, chicken and steamed vegetables. The container is molded manually and is not deformed. The coating is protected by ceramics and helps prevent burning. The bottom is 6 mm.

The dishes are convenient to use, they are easy to clean and equipped with a heat-resistant metal closure that looks very stylish. Included is a package for comfortable carrying the product. It is a model of 2400 rubles.

Cauldron for pilaf Dream "Granite Star" with a lid, with non-stick coating, 6 l

Rating: 4.8

Kazan "Granite Star" is designed for six liters and is perfect for a family of four or five people. The cover is made of strong glass. Through it is convenient to follow blanching and browning. Super resistant coating helps to keep the temperature and economical use of electricity. Meals are prepared quickly.

Deformation of the body is excluded due to the considerable thickness of the base and walls. The product has been thoroughly tested for its effects on human health. Buyers say that the food does not stick and retains its natural taste and aroma. This is a worthy purchase, which will cost 2000 rubles.

Kazan Tatar "Biol" with a lid, 12 l

Rating: 4.7

Next in the ranking is a cast vat with thick walls, in which they fry, stew vegetables and meat. Buyers say that in the dishes they make delicious ears, lagman, rice, shurpa and stews. Products do not smell of burning, do not stick to the walls. The material does not spoil the taste of dishes. Such a thing should be in any family where they like to eat oriental food.

The vessel has 4 cast handles. The cauldron is designed for stoves operating on gas and electricity without the effects of induced current. It can be washed in a dishwasher. The product weighs almost 3 kilograms. The model is made in silver color and costs 2639 rubles.

Kazan Neva Metal Crockery, with a lid-pan, 7 l

Rating: 4.6

The next participant in the ranking is different original cover, which can be used in the form of a pan. Buyers are delighted with the quality of cooking, thick walls of dishes, compactness. The pilaf is excellent in it. Capacity perfectly fulfills its function. Steam circulates well inside the vessel while the top is closed.

The model has a non-stick coating. It ideally combines height and width. Nothing burns at the bottom. The cover-pan does not deform and creates uniform heating. For some buyers, the price of the model seems overpriced. Cost - 3079 rubles.

Best hiking cauldrons

For hiking, lightweight models are not very large. It is preferable to choose a container with a round bottom. It does not stick and does not burn food in the corners.

Cauldron marching Biol "Tourism" with a lid, 7 l

Rating: 4.9

The best traveling cauldron recognized budget option from "Biol" size of 7 liters. It is made of cast aluminum and has a lid, massive walls and short handles. It cooks culinary masterpieces of rice, vegetables, lamb, pilaf and other Asian dishes. It is permissible to use at home.

Cookware should not be placed on an induction cooker. Wall thickness - 4 mm, base - 10 mm. The vessel weighs 1600 g, it costs 1200 rubles. Buyers say that the tank never let them down in nature. Food on the fire does not smell of burning, the vessel itself is light and convenient.

Cauldron marching "Kukmara" with a lid-pan, 5

Rating: 4.8

The following aluminum pot has a smaller volume, but is well suited for a company of 5-7 people. It is distinguished by walls of decent thickness and removable steel hinges for fastening the wire. The base of the dish is flat. Cauldron is stable on the stove, bonfire grille. The closing part of the product is molded and comfortable. There are no sharp edges.

There is no special coating inside or outside. The cauldron is made simply and efficiently. Its walls are not scratched when mixing food with a metal spatula. Model easy to wash and carry on a hike. Shipping weight - 1870 rubles. Price - just over 1 thousand rubles.

Cauldron with a cover marching Alita, 15700, gray, 5 l

Rating: 4.7

The rating is completed by the domestic manufacturer “Alita”, which has been pleasing buyers for years with high-quality non-stick dishes. Camping pot "Alita" 5 liters differs thickened walls, the presence of a lid and bows. Capacity is perfect for cooking on a divorced fire. The vessel and lid are made of aluminum.

The owners of the vat say that the products do not stick to the walls of the dishes, the food in it turns out to be incredibly tasty. Optionally, you can use the kettle at home on a gas or electric stove. Owners of the model are not entirely happy that the handle on the cover is made of plastic. The density of the bottom is 4.22 mm. Product weight - 2 kg. Price - about 1200 rubles.

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Attention! This rating is subjective, is not advertising and does not serve as a guide to the purchase. Before buying, you should consult with a specialist.