Vengala Panai / Bronze Pot / Bronze Paruppu Urli

Vengala Panai / Bronze Pot/ Bronze Paruppu Urli, a traditional bronze pot used in South Indian cooking.

*Size: 2* – 6.5 Inches
Weight: 1.490 Kg
Capacity: 1 ltr

*Size: 3* – 8 Inches
Weight: 2.200 Kg
Capacity: 2ltr

Here’s what makes it special:

*What is it?*

A Vengala Panai is a cooking pot made of bronze.
It is traditionally used in South India, especially for making pongal during the Pongal festival.

*Why is it special?*

*Health Benefits:*
Bronze is said to have Ayurvedic medicinal properties, pacifying Vata and Pitta doshas, reducing acidity, and improving skin and eyesight.
*Nutrient Retention:*
Bronze cookware is believed to retain more than 98% of the nutrients in food.
*Slow Cooking:*
It has a high heat-carrying capacity, enabling slow cooking and keeping food warm.

*How to use it?*
Wash it thoroughly before first use.
No seasoning is required before use.
Use normal dish liquid and a scrubber to clean after use.
Other uses
It can be used for cooking various dishes like payasam, kheer, upma, and boiling milk.
Additional Information
Vengala Panai are handmade by artisans in Kerala and Tamil Nadu.

They come in 2 sizes, with a 1.5-liter and 2- Liter capacity being common.
A set might include a wide-mouthed bronze utensil for liquid dishes and a serving spoon.