Nadstar Aluminium Karai 15.75 No8 Heavy Base Deep Frying Kadai with Handle

Our review

This Nadstar karai is a deep, round aluminium cooking vessel with a finely brushed body and two aluminium handles, one on each side. At 15.75 inches across the outer diameter and 1.68 kg in weight, it sits in the larger end of the karai range, so it suits households cooking for several people at once or anyone who fries in bigger batches. The heavy base is the detail worth noting: it helps spread heat more evenly than a thin, lightweight karai, which matters when you are frying or stirring food that can catch and burn. Before buying, think about your stove and storage. A pan this wide needs a burner that can support it and a cupboard or hook with room to spare, and the two handles mean it will not sit flat in a tight drawer. Compare it with smaller or lighter karais if you cook for one or two, and with stainless steel versions if you prefer a different feel and weight. Aluminium heats quickly, so keep the heat moderate and stir regularly. Available on Sokonia.