Prestige Hard Anodised 5 Ltr Senior Pressure Pan Review

The Prestige Hard Anodised 5 Ltr Senior Pressure Pan is an essential tool for the modern Indian kitchen, bridging the gap between a traditional cooker and a frying pan. In a typical Indian household, where meals like dal-chawal or sabzi-roti are prepared twice daily, the 5L capacity is perfect for a nuclear family of four or a small joint family of six. Unlike raw aluminium cookers that may react with acidic ingredients like tomatoes in your rajma or tamarind in your sambar, the hard-anodised surface is chemically stable and extremely durable. This 'Senior Pan' variant is specifically shaped with a wider, flatter base, making it superior for the 'Bhuna' process—sautéing onions, ginger, and garlic to perfection before pressure cooking. Weighing 2.9 kg, it is a sturdy piece of equipment that provides excellent heat retention on standard 3-4 burner LPG gas stoves. However, users should note that this model is not induction-compatible, fitting the 70% of Indian homes still relying on gas cylinders. Safety is paramount with Prestige, a brand that has been a household name in India for decades. This cooker adheres to BIS standards and features a reliable whistle mechanism that Indian cooks rely on to time their lentils and rice. With a 5-year warranty on the body and a 1-year warranty on the lid, it offers long-term peace of mind. The Bakelite handles are designed for a firm grip, though they require careful alignment over high flames to avoid heat damage. Whether you are boiling chickpeas for Chole or preparing a fragrant mutton biryani, this pressure pan handles high-pressure cooking with efficiency and safety.