The Avias Strainer Pot is a versatile stainless steel cookware that combines the functionality of a traditional cookpot with a built-in strainer lid. Here's a breakdown of how to use it for various cooking tasks:

Cooking and Draining:
Fill the Pot: Add your desired amount of water into the cookpot.

Add Ingredients: Put your pasta, vegetables, rice, or other food items you prefer into the strainer pot.

Bring to a Boil: Heat the pot on your Stovetop or induction and bring the liquid to a boiling point according to your Recipe.

Cooking Time: Follow the recommended cooking time for your chosen Recipe (refer to package instructions or Recipe).

The Avias Strainer Pot's Magic:
Effortless Draining: Once cooked, tilt the cookpot slightly with the built-in strainer lid that traps the food inside, allowing hot liquids to drain through the mesh holes.

No Colander Needed: This eliminates the need for a separate colander/ strainer, saving time and simplifying the process. Also, this colander will be very difficult to handle for some people; they may drop the pot or drop the food on the sides of the strainer.

Additional Tips:
Lid Position: The Avias Strainer Pot lid has mesh holes on one side, so it should be tilted according to the position of the anti-locking handles for draining. Refer to your pot's manual for specific instructions and videos on our YouTube channel. -

Large Pot Size: For optimal draining efficiency, the Avias Strainer Pot is large enough to hold your food comfortably without overflowing when tilted.

Lid Selection: Some strainer pots may have different lids; Avias Strainer Pots have lids with finer mesh for straining broths or soups and glass lids for cooking purposes. You can use the glass lid for cooking and the built-in strainer lid for straining liquid.

Beyond Boiling with Strainer Pot:
The Avias Strainer Pot can be a multi-tasking tool for various cooking methods:

1. Blanching: Blanching is a cooking technique where vegetables or fruits are fully submerged in boiling water and then immediately cooled in ice water. This process helps preserve colour, flavour, and texture and reduces the enzymes that can cause deterioration.

How to do Blanching?
Prepare the vegetables: Wash and prepare the vegetables as needed (trim, peel, cut into pieces). Bring the Strainer Pot with water to boil, using enough water to cover the vegetables fully.

Blanch: Carefully add the vegetables to the boiling water. The blanching time varies depending on the type of vegetable, so an average of 2-3 minutes is better.

Ice bath: Immediately transfer the blanched vegetables to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.

Drain: Remove the vegetables from the ice bath and drain thoroughly.

Now, the vegetables will look bright in colour, increased flavour and perfect texture.

Common Vegetables to Blanch:
- Green beans
- Broccoli
- Carrots
- Peas
- Spinach
- Asparagus

2. Steaming: Use a steamer basket insert or a plate at the bottom (if compatible with the strainer pot) and a small amount of water to steam delicate foods like vegetables, potatoes, sweet potatoes or momo dumplings.

3. Sautéing and Simmering: With the strainer lid removed, you can use the pot for regular sautéing or simmering tasks, similar to a traditional cookpot.

4. Cleaning:
Dishwasher Safe: Avias Strainer Pot components, including the pot itself and the strainer lid, are all dishwasher safe for easy cleanup. Always refer to the manufacturer's instructions.

The Strainer Pot offers a convenient, quick and efficient way to cook food and drain liquid. This cookware's versatility and ease of use make it a valuable addition to any Indian kitchen.