The method of steaming food was invented during the Han Dynasty thousands of years ago. Legend has it that General Han Xin made cooking utensils from bamboo and wood to cook food with steam. Through history, steaming has evolved to be one of the most iconic and essential cooking techniques in the Chinese culinary lexicon. The steamer basket replaces the traditional bamboo base with terracotta. This natural material has efficient liquid absorbing characteristics, meaning it can absorb any excess moisture generated during steaming, ensuring that the food is perfectly moist but not soggy. The steamer pot and lid are made from fireproof ceramic, which has excellent heat resistance compared to regular stoneware, making it less likely to crack at higher temperatures. The JIA steamer pot can be used on open flame gas stoves, electric cooking tops, and in both conventional and microwave ovens.
Diameter:
Personal – 18cm / 7"
Large – 24cm / 9.4"
Extra Large – 28cm / 11"
Large size is recommended for most practical uses.
Each steaming set comes with a fireproof pot and lid, and a Cedar wood and Terracotta steaming basket.
This beautiful and highly functional steamer set won several international design awards.
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