Aluminum Tatar Kazan 22 L, 500 mm

A large kazan for cooking over an open fire

This 22 L aluminum Tatar kazan is intended for preparing a shared meal at a picnic, fishing camp, hunting camp, country property, or permanent outdoor cooking area. Its generous bowl accommodates a substantial batch, reducing the need to divide one recipe between several smaller vessels. It can be used for pilaf, shurpa, lagman, fish soup, roasts, porridge, meat, potatoes, vegetable stews, and other dishes that combine searing, boiling, and slow simmering.

The rounded, hemispherical profile is the defining feature of this type of kazan. Heat from the fire reaches the curved lower portion of the bowl, while the cook can move ingredients between the hotter center and the sides. This geometry is particularly useful for pilaf and meat recipes because ingredients can be browned, combined with liquid, and finished in the same vessel. The wide opening also provides access for stirring and checking a large batch as it cooks.

Construction and confirmed dimensions

The kazan is made of aluminum and has a diameter of 500 mm, so it requires a suitably spacious cooking position above the fire. The empty bowl weighs 4.65 kg. That figure is useful when planning transport, while the support must also account for the additional weight of food and liquid. The bottom is 3.5 mm thick and is designed to receive heat from the fire and distribute it across the cooking surface.

• Capacity: 22 L.
• Material: aluminum.
• Diameter: 500 mm.
• Bottom thickness: 3.5 mm.
• Empty weight: 4.65 kg.
• Intended use: cooking over an open fire.

A stable, compatible stand is required to support the rounded bowl. It should suit the 500 mm diameter and remain secure under the combined load of the kazan, ingredients, and cooking liquid. Position the support on firm, level ground and center the empty vessel above the heat zone before filling it. Leave enough working space around the fire for a long wooden spatula and for the cook to approach the bowl comfortably. When packing for a trip, allow room for the support and utensils as well as the kazan itself.

Cooking with the 22 L bowl

Wash the kazan thoroughly, dry it completely, and prepare it according to the care requirements for aluminum cookware before first use. Do not leave the empty bowl over an intense flame. Use enough oil, fat, stock, or other liquid required by the recipe, adjust the fire as the dish develops, and stir the ingredients regularly. A wooden spatula is a practical choice for reaching across the curved surface without scraping it with a metal edge.

Although the 22 L capacity provides ample room for a shared dish, the vessel should not be filled to the rim. Leaving working space at the top makes stirring safer and allows ingredients or liquid to be added in a controlled way. Prepare and measure the ingredients before lighting the fire, as a large batch is easier to manage when every stage is planned. Monitor the liquid during simmering, and brown ingredients in manageable layers so that the heat remains under the cook’s control.

After cooking, remove food residue, wash the bowl, and dry it thoroughly. Clean soot from the outer surface when needed and store the kazan in a dry, ventilated place. Before choosing this size, compare its 22 L capacity and 500 mm diameter with the available fire pit, support, storage space, and vehicle. It is a substantial format for outdoor gatherings where one freshly cooked dish is meant to bring the whole table together.