Can you heat this over a charcoal brazier without fear of damage ?
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Hi, Kent. No, you should not heat this pot. The inside is lined with enamel, and that high heat would crack the enamel coating. The most heat this teapot could withstand is a candle beneath to keep your tea warm.
780858
i use mine in top of my wood stove which reaches 540 degrees, it has served me well.
2257620
I have not tried that, but I would think that would be fine. It's pure so there wouldn't be any fumes. I'm afraid I don't have any experience burning coals over sand, but I can say this is premium sand.
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I've used it several times on my ceramic stove top. No damage at all, but it does not cook as well as on the grill. Takes much longer on the ceramic stove.
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I use mine directly over wood coals outdoors I assume is over 400 degrees and its never caused any problems. I always let it cool down slowly on some sturdy pot holders and pre heat it a little before putting it over the coals.
2022771
Yes, although for best cooking results I would suggest dragging some coals aside to create a more gentle heat.
1532094
I would not use that around HIGH HEAT. There is a black spray paint called "High Heat" for BBQ grills.
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We used our Chinook Trekker Set camping this summer. Biscuits were a problem and left residue that will NOT come out regardless of the scrubbing (short of steel wool which would ruin the Anodized coating). The bottoms got blackened, but I'm not sure if this is a problem or even avoidable. Since then I've learned you are supposed to cook over COALS not open flames... WHOOPS. I'm sure it would have been fine had I known that little fact.
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You could but, if it were me I would not. The heat from an open fire could possibly cause the granite porcelain to shatter off of the pot. Best to go with cast iron or copper.
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I have not used charcoal but I see no reason why you couldn't use it. The steal is strong and will handle any kind of burning material. It's a very well designed piece--I have used it at least 50 times and it holds up really well.
2011418
No, I would be afraid to since it scratches easily and I don't know how solid the bottom of the pot is. I don't know if the stove top flame would burn it. I'd be careful!
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You can stop it and it would face the heating element but you would need to start and stop to sear the whole thing. It might not be evenly seared.
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I only have a gas burner but I doubt there would be enough contact with the round shape to heat enough. There are flat bottom woks
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I wouldn't as the heat would make it smokey, but if that downt bother you it would be ok. I do use it on the outside of newly purchased used cast itron as I like to be sure it has a good finish. It is a personal thing. Joan Anderson
2003713
I would think if you have the burners turned up it should reach that temp. I have not done this but there is a possibility the steel will sag if you keep doing this. Cast Iron would be best for this application.
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Yes but you risk losing heat as the coals die. You'd do better with a grill you could add fuel to or a gas grill
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Yes, you can. I advise wood first and chunk charcoal. Once flame down, and coals all burning, place top back on chimmea. This ensures enough heat for baking.
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Yes it is safe. Make sure to place it over the burner which is closest to the size of the base of the pot so heat is directly under and not around sides of pot. Also let it cool down before washing it. You will absolutely love it.