Consider weight, material, size, and lid type when buying enamel pots. Steel and cast iron are common materials, with cast iron being heavier. Choose a glass lid for stovetop use and consider the pot’s oven use when selecting a lid material.
When shopping for an enamel pot, the most important things to consider are weight, material, size, and type of lid. Weight and material are closely linked as it is the material underneath the glaze that will determine the weight of the pot. The most common materials used in enamel cookware are steel and cast iron. A cast iron enamel pot is likely to be much heavier than a steel enamel pot. Some people prefer heavier pans because they believe they are sturdier, while others prefer lighter pans that are easier to move around, especially when filled with liquid.
There’s a huge range of sizes when it comes to cookware, enamelware, or whatever. An enamel pot that is on the smaller end of the size could hold about 6 liters (about 5.5 liters) of liquid. Larger stocks hold about 12 gallons (about 11.5 liters) of liquid. There are also pans intended for use in professional kitchens that can hold up to 42 liters (about 40 litres) of liquid. These larger pans are often made from steel rather than cast iron because, at that size, a cast iron version of the enamel pan would be very difficult to lift, especially when filled with liquid.
When choosing the type of lid, it is also important to consider what the enamel pot will primarily be used for. If the lid will be used on the stovetop most of the time, then choosing an enamel pot that comes with a glass lid is fine. This is also useful for cooks who like being able to see into their pans to check the progress of their food without having to lift their lids.
It is also important to consider whether the enamel pot will only be used on the stovetop or if it will be placed in the oven from time to time. In most cases, a saucepan or French oven is placed in the oven, not a pot, but there are exceptions to this rule. Those planning to use the pot in the oven might do well to choose an enamel pot with a lid made of the same material as the base. Cast iron is also generally considered a better type of material for cookware that will be used regularly in the oven.
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