11" Floral Artisan Clay Casserole

Case PK: 1 PC  (For Wholesales Customer Only) Item Number: M1018 Material: Clay Capacity: 2 L Item Dimensions (Dia x H): 11 x 4.5 inch Barro literally means "mud" but generally means "clay," This beautifully hand-crafted and hand-painted Barro Cazuela is made by artisans living in the Oaxacan highlands. The red clay is gathered from the surrounding hills. Bits of wood, stone and corn are used as tools to mould the clay on a traditional banding wheel. The pottery is burnished using a stone and brush to give it a smooth unglazed finish. Finally it is pit fired under corrugated metal with wood, sawdust and cardboard. This technique has been passed down through generations for hundreds of years in this village. Made of earthenware or "clay" or in Spanish “Barro" this Cazuela is authentic and a piece of fine art. Barro Cazuela maybe glazed inside or out (or both) then fired over low heat. The results are earthy, stunning and a pleasure to use. Clay has been traditionally used in Mexican cooking because the clay imparts a specific flavor to the foods that can't be reproduced in a metal pot. Before use, be sure to cure by using a simple seasoning process before you use this Cazuela. Fill with water and place it over a direct flame. If you have an electric stove then you should use a diffuser or buy a small portable gas burner. Allow the water to boil for a few minutes then remove from the heat and discard. Do this twice. Add a bit of Mexican pottery to your table with this gorgeous handmade Cazuela De Barro piece. They are beautifully hand painted with beautiful floral along the outside and top of the lid as well. The special and authentic hand shaping of the Barro makes them unique in proportion, an element that makes handmade so beautifully perfect. Excellent for Casseroles, Frys, Braising, Roasts. There are no breaks, but please keep in mind that this clay material is hand handled, shaped and made; minimal chipping is natural. They are ready for use and certainly to add a bit of Mexican style decor to any table setting or folk kitchen. Before using the pot, please follow these care instructions: 1- Soak outer bottom part in cold water for 2 hours 2- Fill the pot with cool water below the rim 3- Bring water to a boil and allow to simmer for 5 minutes 4- Turn off the heat and allow the water to cool down (best if you leave overnight) 5- Discard the water 6- Clean it with with a grain salt paste or baking soda and rinse with water 7- Clay pot is ready for use! Avoid dishwashing liquids or soaps. Scrub it with a plastic scraper. State of California Prop. 65 WARNING: This product contains DEHP a Phthalate Chemical, Lead and other Chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm. NOTES:  This price is for 1 unit only Retail customer please disregard "Case PK" on the 1st row Due to the light and screen setting difference, the item's color may be slightly different from the pictures Please allow slight dimension difference due to different manual measurement. Need more info? Read Before Making Purchase