Cooking in unglazed clay pots is an ancient practice still alive in rural India and fine-dining heritage restaurants. Clay is porous, allowing heat and moisture to circulate evenly. This slow-cooking process retains the natural nutrients of the food and neutralizes its acidity. The Iron Wok (Kadhai) and Cast Iron Griddles (Tawa)
The Indian kitchen relies on specific tools that enhance food flavor and nutritional value.
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The kadhai is a thick, steep-sided wok used for deep frying and simmering curries. The tawa is a flat, cast-iron griddle essential for making flatbreads like roti and paratha . The Alchemy of Spices