Buee Rice Donabe - Black

Product Description

The Buee Rice Donabe is perfect for cooking delicious rice. Its size is suitable for 2 cups at a time, enough for 2-4 people. The body has a handless design, and the lid fits into the body deeply – reducing the chance of water boiling over. There is also an insert in the lid's knob to conveniently store your favourite rice scoop.

 It’s shape improves the convection of rice and allows it to evenly cook, resulting in rice which is plump and delicious. Due to this donabes compact shape, it doesn’t take much space to store away in the kitchen, or placed inside the refrigerator.

Marumitsu Poterie was established in 1950, and is based in Seto, Japan. Each collection is designed with a French flair to Japanese cookware and tableware. Functionality is always the heart of the design, how each piece is used and how food is plated is always considered when they are designed. Seto is home to kilns with the longest production history in Japan along with local potters that bring a high-quality artisanal touch to the collection. 

The ceramic donabe or Japanese hot pot, is one of the most loved cookware tools. Made from earthenware clay it is perfect for making stews, soups, fish and vegetables dishes, and rice. No matter what recipe you choose, having a donabe at the centre of the table often creates a communal dining experience with your loved ones.

Details

Made in Japan.

Material: Heat-resistant earthenware clay, Glaze.

Colour: Black

Suitable for use on gas stove tops. Oven safe, microwave safe. Not dishwasher safe. 

Measurements:

Approximately W18.5 xD18.5 x H14 / 1,050ml capacity / suitable for 2-go of rice (Japanese cups)

*Due to the weight of this item unfortunately it isn't available for free shipping.

Care: Hand wash only, do not use in the dishwasher. Do not soak or cool the hot donabe too quickly. Dry thoroughly before storing away. 

Note that the outermost layer may crack slightly during use. This is natural process that develops the donabes character as it ages over time and use, and should not hinder your enjoyment of the product. The very thin hairline cracks could appear on the surface (glaze) and exterior bottom of the donabe. They are known as “kannyu” in Japanese, and do not affect the use of the donabe. Kannyu is appreciated within the wabi-sabi aesthetic. The naturally developed cracks are a primary feature of hand made pottery vessels made naturally without using petalite. 

To extend the life of your donabe we recommend seasoning it with the 'medome' process before use. 

Rice Water Seasoning for Donabes:

1. Rice should be rinsed as usual. Add two cups of rice into a big bowl and gently knead the rice between your fingers under running water. The rice water should not be discarded during this process as it will be needed for future steps.
2. Place enough rice water to fill the donabe pot to around 80 percent full. Rice water is the liquid left over after the rice has been rinsed.
3. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Let the water naturally cool down to room temperature.
5. The water should be discarded as soon as you can feel it with your bare fingers, and the temperature is nearing room temperature.
6. After drying it with a clean cloth, let it air dry entirely for at least one night before using or storing it again.
   

Follow our step to step guide for cooking rice in this donabe here.