Brass Patila / Bhagona with Kalai – Pital Tope for Everyday Cooking

• Brass Construction: Traditional Pital Patila / Bhagona designed for regular Indian cooking.

• Kalai / Khalai Tin Lining: Interior features traditional tin coating suitable for brass cookware.

• Stainless Steel Lid Included: Matching lid helps cover the vessel during cooking and resting.

• Multiple Capacities: Available from compact 400 ml up to large 5 Litre variants.

• Versatile Cooking Pot: Suitable for boiling, simmering, dal, curries, vegetables, rice, milk, gravies and similar preparations.

• Hand wash using mild dishwashing liquid, lukewarm water and a soft sponge or cloth.

• Avoid steel wool, abrasive scrubbers and harsh cleaning powders that may scratch the brass exterior or damage the Kalai lining.

• Do not aggressively scrub the tin-lined interior; clean it gently to help preserve the Kalai coating.

• Dry the Patila thoroughly after washing to reduce water marks and exterior tarnishing.

• Inspect the Kalai lining periodically and have the utensil re-tinned by an experienced professional if the lining becomes significantly worn.

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1.What is a Brass Patila?

A Brass Patila is a traditional Indian cooking pot made from brass. It is also commonly called a Brass Bhagona, Brass Tope, Pital Patila or Pital Ka Bhagona.

2.What is Kalai or Khalai inside a Brass Patila?

Kalai or Khalai is a traditional tin lining applied to the inside of brass cookware. It creates a tin-coated food-contact surface over the brass body.

3.Does this Brass Patila come with a lid?

Yes. The ASHTOK Brass Patila is supplied with a stainless steel lid.

4.What capacities are available?

The Patila is available in 400 ml, 750 ml, 1 Litre, 1.5 Litres, 2 Litres, 2.5 Litres, 3.5 Litres, 4 Litres, 4.5 Litres and 5 Litres.

5.What can I cook in this Brass Bhagona?

It can be used for suitable everyday preparations such as dal, curries, gravies, vegetables, rice, milk, soups, stews and other dishes that require boiling or simmering.

6.Is this the same as a Pital Patila?

Yes. Pital means brass, so Pital Patila, Peetal Ka Patila, Brass Patila and Brass Bhagona are commonly used names for this type of traditional cooking vessel.

7.Is the inside really silver coated?

The silver-coloured interior is traditional Kalai or Khalai, which is a tin lining. It should be described as tin coated rather than silver coated.

8.Does the Kalai lining need maintenance?

Yes. The tin lining can gradually wear with regular cooking and cleaning. If the lining becomes substantially worn or exposes the brass underneath, the vessel should be professionally re-tinned before continued regular cooking.

9.How should I clean the Kalai-lined interior?

Clean it gently using mild dishwashing liquid and a soft sponge or cloth. Avoid abrasive scrubbers that can damage or remove the tin lining.

10.Why does the brass exterior become darker over time?

Brass naturally reacts with air and moisture and may gradually tarnish or darken. This is a normal characteristic of brass and the exterior can be polished periodically.

11.Can I use lemon and salt on the inside Kalai lining?

It is better to avoid aggressive polishing or abrasive cleaning on the tin-lined interior. Brass-polishing methods should mainly be used carefully on the brass exterior while protecting the Kalai lining.

12.Are the dimensions exactly identical for every Patila?

The product is handcrafted, so minor variations in dimensions and finish may occur. Listed measurements should be treated as approximate.

13.Can I order Brass Patilas in bulk?

Yes. For restaurants, institutions, gifting or larger quantity requirements, visit ASHTOK's bulk orders collection.