VINTAGE Hammered Copper Cataplana Made in Portugal Cookware

Vintage 12"×8" Cataplana Made in Portugal, can be polished to high sheen as shown in first photo, or left with original patina, which is how your item will arrive. Cottagecore kitchen decor, or use as intended. In good vintage condition. Copper Hammered Cataplana The copper hand hammered cataplana is an effective and traditional cooking device ideal for seafood dishes that preserves moisture and flavours. Cooking is rapid (20 - 30 mins for most fish or seafood combinations). You can preserve intense aromas and flavours inside the cataplana by keeping the lid sealed during cooking. When you open the cataplana, the delicious steamy aromas  escape as the lid is opened. The cataplanas is an essential cooking pan made in Portugal, ideal for seafood and fish. How to use your cataplana: Choose the ingredients for your dish and prepare them by cutting them into bite-sized pieces. Open the cataplana and place the ingredients in layers, starting with the heaviest ingredients on the bottom and the lighter ones on top. Add any liquids or seasonings to the cataplana. Close the cataplana securely, making sure that the two halves are tightly sealed. Place the cataplana on the stove over medium heat and let it cook for the recommended time, usually 20-30 minutes for most fish and seafood combinations. Once the cooking time has elapsed, carefully open the cataplana and serve your dish immediately. Enjoy your delicious and flavorful meal cooked in a traditional cataplana!