Modak Patra - Copper
A quintessential utensil to make steamed delicacies like modaks
Modakpatra is a traditional cooking vessel mostly used in the coastal Maharashtra to make steamed cuisines like modak, aaluwadi, patode etc. The muslim community call it dhapa and the major use of it can be seen in their day today lifestyle. Modakpatra is consist of three parts the base vessel for boiling water, a steaming plate for placing the cuisines which has to be cooked and a dome shaped lid to make circular motion to steam.
The Modak Patr is a quintessential utensil in the Maharashtrian and South Indian kitchen. It is used to make steamed delicacies like modaks - a much loved sweetmeat that is a must-make delicacy during the Ganesh Festival each year.
This product is made by artisans of the Tambat Metalcraft, Pune, Maharashtra. The legacy of the Tambat Craftspeople who handcraft Copper products dates to the 17th century when they were invited to Pune by the Peshwas after Shivaji Maharaj set up the city as the capital city of the Maratha Empire. 'Matharkaam' or beaten work is the distinguishing feature of Tambat craft.
This product is made by artisans of the Tambat Metalcraft, Pune, Maharashtra. The legacy of the Tambat Craftspeople who handcraft Copper products dates to the 17th century when they were invited to Pune by the Peshwas after Shivaji Maharaj set up the city as the capital city of the Maratha Empire. 'Matharkaam' or beaten work is the distinguishing feature of Tambat craft.
Ayurvedic manuscripts like ‘Charaka Sanhita’ explain the medicinal value of copper and importance of using copper utensils in our daily lifestyle.
Condition: This is a remake of a traditional product. Replicable on request. It retains the rustic charm common in handcrafted pieces.
How to Clean Copper Modak Patra
The copper vessel should not be stored in fridge. Copper darkens naturally over a period of timeand and requires cleaning from time to time. This happens naturally, due to the oxidation process. It is recommended to use Copper vessel only for plain water and no citrus drinks or juices to be added.
Lemon and Salt Method:
This is the most traditional and easiest method of cleaning copper vessels. These two ingredients are easily available in any kitchen. Simply take some salt in a bowl, cut a lemon in half and dip it into salt. Rub this lemon over the copper vessel. While doing this, gently squeeze the lemon so that lemon juice will mix with salt. Here, the salt will also act as a scrubber. Repeat this process until you cover the copper vessel completely. Once you are done you can clean it with your regular dishwasher and wash it thoroughly.
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