Nominal volume of dishes. Usually, it is indicated by the working volume — the actual amount of content that can fit inside without problems when used for its main purpose.
The main criterion for choosing this indicator is the volume of the planned cooking. So, dishes
up to 4 liters are intended mainly for small families of 2 – 3 people.
4-6 liter containers are already suitable for eating for 4-5 people. A capacity of
7 – 10 liters allows (especially in the case of ducklings) to fit inside a half carcass, or even a whole carcass of a bird. And the largest dishes will hold
more than 10 liters(in some cauldrons — up to 30 liters or more); such products may already come in handy at large family celebrations, mass events and in cafes / restaurants
Just in case, we recall that the reverse sides of a large volume are bulkiness, corresponding weight, as well as increased cost. In addition, for the effective use of such dishes, you need the appropriate space and equipment. Therefore, it is far from always that a larger volume is the best choice — it is worth considering the real needs and cooking conditions.
Also note that dishes similar in volume can have different shapes and proportions. For details on the form, see above; and proportions are associated with many nuances that determine the effectiveness of dishe
...s in a given situation. For example, a lower and wider cauldron will heat up more evenly when used on a kitchen burner, while a taller cauldron will work better in the oven. Detailed recommendations on this subject can be found in special sources.
