Sahar Fire Bowl Set – 60cm

Manufactured from recycled iron, these Kadai’s are lightweight and have a consistent thickness and finish. We stock a number of accessories that can be purchased alongside the fire pits themselves.

The Kadai design originates from Northern India, where it was used as a large cooking pot at festivals and weddings, as well as for general day-to-day cooking. The tried-and-tested design has not changed for centuries, with riveted plates formed into a bowl shape and fitted with strong carry handles.

When using a kadais-style fire pit as an open fire, we recommend using very dry wood. The drier the wood, the less smoke the fire will produce. If using the fire pit to cook food over, we suggest charcoal, but once the wood has been burnt down to embers, that works well too. To maximise cooking time, use charcoal briquettes.

The steel will age and surface rust over time; this is not a defect but adds a patina to the bowl. The waxy finish can be maintained if sprayed with a product like Penetrol, which is available at a hardware store.

When using a kadai, cover the inside evenly with approximately 5 cm of builders’ sand; do not use beach sand as it contains salt. Using sand has several benefits. Heat will be retained for longer, which raises the level of charcoal. Wood burns better on sand than on metal.

The steel will age and surface rust over time; this is not a defect but adds a patina to the bowl. The waxy finish can be maintained if sprayed with a product like Penetrol, which is available at a hardware store.

Origin: India

SKU: 5788