Why this pan lid earns its place
This is the pot every kitchen reaches for when volume matters. At 31 litres with a 400 mm diameter, it holds enough stock for a hundred portions, enough pasta for thirty covers, or enough soup base for the next day's service. The deep, straight sides contain everything from vigorous boils to gentle simmering, and the sheer thermal mass means it holds temperature when you're drawing off portions or adding cold ingredients. This is the pot that doesn't flinch when a chef plunges an ice bath into it or adds fifty portions of fresh vegetables.
Stainless steel JYH21CT is the commercial standard — it won't discolour from stocks, won't react with wine or herbs, and won't corrode under years of salt and acid. At 8.5 kg, it's heavy enough to be stable on any hob, yet manageable for two people carrying it between kitchen and pass. The lid is included, so you can clamp down heat for overnight stock-making or rapid simmering without constant watching. A 400 mm footprint fits standard commercial burners and tilting skillets.
Works on gas, electric, ceramic, halogen and induction without any special handling. Dishwasher-safe, though most kitchens hand-wash these for speed and to preserve the finish. This is the pot that lasts a decade if you treat it right.
