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Zishta Brass Biriyani Handi (Paanai/Pot) Large

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The Handi is a traditional pot-shaped utensil used for slow cooking for many centuries. Food cooked in a handi have a unique flavour and aroma. Kichdi, Biryani, Rice, Pulao, Pongal as well as all types of gravies are cooked in Handi.

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  • Our journey to rejuvenate crafts of India took us to a village near Amritsar.
  • The thatheras near Amritsar are known for their traditional brass and copper craft of utensil making. This craft has been included in the UNSECO list of Intangible Cultural Heritage.
  • From 400 families who used to practice this craft, the number has dwindled to a meagre 15. 
  • Cooking in Brass has been part of our culture since time immemorial. Brass is known to preserve the anti-oxidants of food cooked in them.
  • Brass also helps in preserving more than 90% of nutrition of food cooked in them. Brass also retains heat and keep food warm for a couple of hours. 

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Weight 2000 g
Dimensions 20.3 × 20.3 × 20.3 cm
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