About this piece
A patila is a round-bellied pot, here in hammered brass with a tin (kalai) lining. The seller sells it for boiling milk and also for cooking, and says it comes with a lid. The photos show a golden outside, a domed lid and ring handles at the sides.
It comes in three sizes. The 1 L is listed as 8 x 8 x 4 in, the 3 L as 10 x 10 x 5 in and the 5 L as 11 x 11 x 5.5 in. It suits a home that wants a traditional pot for milk or rice.
How it is used
A patila is used on the stove for boiling milk, cooking rice or making dal. The seller says it suits gas and oven use. Use a wooden or silicone spoon so the tin lining is not scratched.
Looking after it
- Wash with mild soap and a soft sponge.
- Avoid scraping the tin lining.
