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Japanese Ko-Iga rice donabe with double lid
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Ko-Iga Rice Donabe

Ko-Iga Rice Donabe

TOJIKI TONYA
$295.00
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The Ko-Iga rice donabe, a deep Japanese ceramic pot made from local textured clay and glaze, specifically for cooking rice. Rice cooked in a donabe is noticeably fluffier and shinier: a double lid applies pressure and helps steam build so the rice cooks evenly, the thick base cooks it gently, and the breathable, coarse Iga clay helps stop rice sticking to the sides.

The donabe is one of Japan's most loved cooking tools, made from earthenware clay. TOJIKI TONYA brings together several ceramic makers in Japan's Tokai region, with a focus on supporting local artisans carrying on generations of ceramic tradition.

New to cooking rice in a donabe? Follow our step-by-step guide on how to cook rice in a Japanese donabe. Also see the Ko-Iga Donabe for hot pots and stews. Pairs well with our Matsunoya Rice Straw Pot Mat.

Details

  • Maker: TOJIKI TONYA
  • Material: heat-resistant Iga clay
  • Measurements: approx. 25 × 22.5 × 18 cm high
  • Capacity: cooks up to 3 cups of rice
  • Double lid
  • Suitable for gas stove tops only; not for induction or electric cooktops, or microwaves
  • Made in Japan
  • Care: hand wash only, not dishwasher safe; don't soak, or cool the hot donabe too quickly; dry thoroughly before storing

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*Due to its weight, this item isn't available for free shipping.

Kannyu (crazing): very fine hairline cracks may appear in the glaze and on the base over time. Known as kannyu, they're a natural feature of handmade pottery made without petalite, develop the donabe's character as it ages, don't affect its use, and are appreciated within the wabi-sabi aesthetic.

Seasoning before first use (medome): to extend the life of your donabe, season it with rice water first. The steps are below, and in our guide on how to season a donabe.

  1. Rinse rice as usual, keeping the cloudy rinse water.
  2. Fill the donabe to about 80% with the rice water.
  3. Bring to the boil over medium heat, then simmer gently for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Turn off the heat and let it cool naturally to near room temperature, then discard the water.
  5. Wipe with a clean cloth and leave to air dry completely, at least overnight, before using or storing.
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