ChennaiPots Clay Fish Pot ( S Type)

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✔️ Seasoning Instructions for Red Clay and Black Clay Pots (Before First Use)
To strengthen your earthen pot and enjoy the best cooking experience, seasoning before first use is essential.
If you search on YouTube, you’ll find many methods—but don’t worry! We’re sharing the two easiest and most effective techniques here. No confusion, just simple steps.

🟤 Why Seasoning Is Important
Seasoning makes the clay pot stronger, closes tiny holes in the surface, and helps the pot absorb oil properly.
This creates a natural non-stick layer inside the pot, so food won’t stick, and cooking becomes smoother and healthier.

Since these pots are made from 100% natural clay, your first few dishes may carry a slight earthy taste, and food might stick.
Seasoning removes that raw flavor and prepares the pot for long-lasting, healthy cooking.

🔸 Method 1: Rice Starch Water (Low-Cost & Traditional)
Soak the Pot:
When you receive your new clay pot (and lid, if included), wash it thoroughly and soak both the pot and lid in clean water for 15 to 20 minutes.

ℹ️ Only the pot needs seasoning — the lid should be washed but not seasoned.

Boil Rice Starch Water:
Prepare rice starch water (kanji vellam) and pour it into the pot.
Boil on low flame for 10–15 minutes, then let it cool naturally.
This helps seal the pores and strengthens the pot.

Repeat (Optional but Recommended):
You can repeat this process 2–3 times for better results.

🔸 Method 2: Oil & Onion Frying (Quick Seasoning)
This is a simple and effective way to remove raw clay smell and begin the oil absorption process.

After Soaking:
Once the pot is soaked and dried completely, place it on the stove.

Add Oil:
Pour 5–8 tablespoons of any cooking oil (like coconut, groundnut, or sesame oil) into the pot.

Fry Onions:
Add a few slices of onion and sauté gently over low to medium flame for 8–10 minutes.
The pot will start absorbing the oil.

Cool Down:
Turn off the flame and let the pot cool naturally.
Discard the onions and wipe off any extra oil with a clean cloth.

👉 As the pot absorbs oil, it creates a natural non-stick surface that improves cooking results over time.

⚠️ Do not use high flame. Always start with low flame and handle gently during the first few uses.

✔️ Final Step: Dry Naturally
After seasoning, allow the pot to dry completely in a well-ventilated space — preferably under sunlight.

🌿 Tip: For the first 2–3 uses, cook liquid-based dishes like curries or rasam. This helps extend the life of your pot.