Kal Chatti – 3 Liters | Traditional Soapstone Cookware for Authentic & Healthy Cooking
Step into the world of timeless tradition with Kal Chatti, a handcrafted soapstone cooking pot used for centuries in South Indian kitchens. This 3-liter vessel is more than just cookware—it’s a connection to a rich cultural heritage, offering unparalleled health benefits, natural heat retention, and authentic flavor enhancement.
Whether you’re in India, the USA, Canada, the UK, or elsewhere, Herbolaya’s Kal Chatti brings the wisdom of ancient cooking into your modern kitchen.
Why Choose Herbolaya’s Kal Chatti?
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Handcrafted Soapstone Excellence
Made from 100% natural soapstone (kal), each pot is meticulously carved and pre-seasoned by skilled artisans using traditional methods. This ensures food-grade quality with no artificial coatings or chemicals. -
Ready-to-Use & Naturally Seasoned
Our Kal Chattis are pre-seasoned through a traditional multi-day process using rice water. This creates a natural non-stick layer and enhances the pot’s durability and heat resistance. -
Slow Cooking at Its Best
Soapstone heats evenly and retains heat for longer, making it perfect for slow cooking dishes like curries, dals, rasam, sambar, and biryani. The gentle cooking process preserves nutrients and enriches flavor. -
Aids Digestion Naturally
Kal Chatti imparts a natural cooling effect to food and retains essential minerals—making meals lighter on the stomach and easier to digest. -
Versatile for Traditional & Contemporary Kitchens
Compatible with gas stoves, wood fires, and open flames. Avoid high flames to preserve the pot’s natural integrity. Over time, it becomes your most trusted kitchen essential.
Regional & Cultural Significance
Kal Chatti is known by different names across regions, each rooted in local tradition:
Language/Region | Local Name |
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Tamil | கல் சட்டி (Kal Chatti) |
Malayalam | കൽ ചട്ടി (Kal Chatti) |
Hindi | पाषाण बर्तन / साबुन पत्थर हांडी |
Telugu | రాయితో 만든 బాణలి (Raayitho Banali) |
English | Soapstone Pot / Traditional Stone Pot |
From rural South Indian homes to modern kitchens abroad, Kal Chatti continues to serve as a symbol of wholesome cooking and cultural pride.
Simple Usage & Care Instructions
Getting Started:
Although pre-seasoned, follow this 3-step process for best results:
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Initial Prep: Boil water mixed with 2 tbsp of rice flour on the smallest flame. Let it cool, and repeat 4 times.
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First 10 Uses: Cook only rice, dal, or millet on a low flame (15–20 minutes).
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First Month: Stick to cooking water-based dishes. After that, stir-frying is safe.
What to Avoid:
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Do not deep fry or boil milk in the pot.
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Never keep an empty Kal Chatti on flame.
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Avoid tadka/tempering directly in the vessel.
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Always cook on low to medium flame.
The Herbolaya Promise
At Herbolaya, we blend tradition with authenticity. Our Kal Chatti pots are sustainably sourced, free from synthetic materials, and crafted with respect for heritage. Each piece is unique—minor natural marks or variations are proof of its authenticity and handcrafted quality.
Bring home a piece of Indian culinary heritage with Herbolaya’s 3-Liter Kal Chatti—where health meets history, one meal at a time.
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