Bayou Classic Aluminum Stock Pot With Basket - 20 Qt. [4020]

Usually utilized for containing large quantities of liquid, stockpots serve numerous purposes in the kitchen. The Bayou Classic Stockpot and Steamer is expertly crafted from top-quality commercial-grade aluminum, ensuring a lightweight yet durable structure. Additionally, aluminum stock pots are an economical choice. They also possess excellent heat conduction properties, resulting in faster boiling or cooling of liquids.

This stockpot boasts a generous capacity of up to 20 quarts or 5 gallons of liquid. In addition to boiling water, making soups and stews, it offers the versatility of functioning as a steamer and deep fryer. The package comes complete with a perforated aluminum basket, ideal for steaming vegetables and meats, as well as for deep frying various food items. To prevent oil spillage while frying meats, it is recommended to fill the pot with no more than 2/3s of oil. The aluminum basket can be easily detached to transform the stockpot into a dedicated liquid boiling vessel.

Designed specifically for outdoor use, this stockpot is compatible with both propane burners and indoor stovetops. Its vented lid ensures proper heat circulation, facilitating even cooking.

Since this Bayou Classic stockpot and steamer is constructed from aluminum, it may oxidize when exposed to caustic cleaners. It is advisable to choose a cleaner that is compatible with aluminum stock pots in order to maximize the pot's longevity.

Specifications:

• 17-Gauge Brushed Aluminum Stockpot
• 17-Gauge Aluminum Perforated Basket
• 5 Gallon Capacity
  
• Convex Vented Lid
• Removable basket with handle
• Helper handle to assist with removal and emptying