Hawkins Contura 6.5L Hard Anodised Pressure Cooker
Gift type: Cookware
Perfect pick for: Home cooks, Fitness and wellbeing, Kitchen enthusiasts, Families
Estimated Price: £55.99
Discover how cooking can become a quicker, cleaner, and more enjoyable experience with the Hawkins Contura 6.5L Pressure Cooker. Designed with a unique curved body, it makes stirring effortless and helps prevent sticking or burning before pressure cooking begins.
The hard anodised exterior and interior ensure exceptional durability and a faster heat absorption rate, making this cooker energy-efficient and long-lasting. Featuring a food-grade stainless steel lid, it offers superior hygiene and resists reactive food acids, preserving flavours.
Safety is paramount with Hawkins’ pressure-locked lid design, which remains securely closed until the internal pressure is safely reduced. The inside-fitting lid protects the gasket, prolonging its lifespan, while stay-cool handles provide comfort and safety during use. Ideal for family cooking, this cooker comfortably serves 7 to 9 people and is recommended for gas stove use.
- Capacity: 6.5 litres, serves 7–9 persons
- Body: Hard anodised inside and out, black finish
- Lid: Food-grade stainless steel with pressure-locked safety feature
- Handles: Sturdy, stay-cool design with recessed metal and rivets
- Dimensions: Height 21.6 cm, Length 42.7 cm, Width 25.4 cm
- Suitable for use on gas stoves
- Gasket fits inside lid to prevent wear and contact with food acids
- Comes with helpful instructional cookbook
- Certified by Underwriters Laboratories (UL Certificate No. SA5984)
The Hawkins Contura 6.5L pressure cooker impresses with its blend of thoughtful design and reliable performance. The curved body is a simple yet effective solution to prevent food from sticking while stirring, a feature especially handy for recipes requiring pre-pressure cooking preparations. The hard anodised finish not only brings durability but also enhances heat absorption, making cooking faster and more energy-efficient.
👀 Read more...The inside-fitting stainless steel lid is exemplary in its safety approach, employing a pressure-locked mechanism that avoids accidental opening under pressure, a reassurance for novices and seasoned users alike. The gasket’s positioning prolongs its life by avoiding lateral rub and exposure to food acids. Users have appreciated the stay-cool handles that add comfort and reduce risk while handling hot cookware.
Accompanying the cooker is a comprehensive recipe book from the Hawkins Test Kitchen, which proves invaluable for first-timers getting acquainted with pressure cooking. Overall, customers find this model offers excellent value, consistent performance, and easy maintenance, with a particularly positive note on the secure lid sealing and reduced steam leaks compared to competitors.
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