How many lobsters could be boiled in this pot (if anyone has tried)? I'm aiming for 6 or more (1.25-1.5lb).
1994475
This thing is HUGE, you will have no problem fitting at least 10 lobsters or more in. I'm about 150lbs and I'm pretty sure I could curl up and fit inside of this pot.
1994476
I use my 100 qt. pot to boil wort in the beer making process. It easily holds 20 gallons, with room to keep from boiling over. If you allow 1 gallon per lobster, that would equal 20 lobsters
1994477
I think you could easily get 6 in there. You'll want some sort of barrier though, between the lobsters and the bottom of the pot so they don't scorch. Add two bottles of your favorite stout or IPA for some craft beer infusion as well.
534079
It is rated at 1.5 quart. Which is 6 cups. 1) The crock, filled to the brim only holds 6 cups. You can't cook that much volume in it. 2) The crock, with the suggested 2-inch space between the top and food, only leaves 2 cup food volume. The 2 inch head space the manufacture recommends is probably to help prevent boil over. I did not do test the difference of cooking meat with low liquid content against soup with a high liquid content to see if you could cook a larger volume than was recommended.
294768
Don't know the number of clams but it holds alot. You do have to leave some room for the clams to open. I have mostly done lobsters in the pot and have put 3 in at a time.
695029
First, I ask if you had asked the seller. However, I've cooked in similarily coated pots (not in this pot, yet) and I can't imagine not being able to cook a large stew or stock in this pot. But, I've not tried yet.
61470
We did this with a ham, although I think our pot was bigger than 6 qts. We used tongs to fish the chain out of the hot water which was a bit challenging, but it did work. I'm pretty sure with a 6 qt pot you might be able to somehow hook the ends of the chain onto the pot handles. Worth a try. The lifting part was easy.
1018439
I have used this for pasta only; however, in the cooking guide is a recipe for steamed clams which recommends cooking on high for 6 mins or until the clams open. I do not cook Lobster, but love this microwavable pot for the pasta! Once you try it for that, you will never do pasta the old fashion way again. There is a recipe in the book which comes with the pot for wine steamed artichokes which requires 10 minutes. It may be comparable to lobster. Hope this helps. Viv in NC
1608247
You could use this for any of your recipes, seeing that it's misleading.... it's only got a 6 quart capacity! I just received mine, and measured it. Yep, only 6 quarts will fit in it.
571314
Did you not get a 6 qt. pot with the pressure cooker? Mine does not happen to be stainless steel...it has a sort of Teflon coating, but better! Therefore, I cannot answer your question. Perhaps you might try to contact the company and ask! Hope this helps!
719224
The heating ring on the pot will be 10.25, that's the size of the element. 12 is fine the pot will spread the heat but as you get beyond 14 the colder outer ring effects cooking but bot water boiling. Braising with a 11.5 is no problem
1099927
Yes it will hold 7 quarts...I use it to boil lobsters and will usually hold about 7 good sized lobbies
861857
Hello, These award-winning pot pies are gorgeous, sumptuous and delicious. I think your friend will really enjoy our Lobster Pot Pies. They can be ordered in 2 packs or 4 packs. We wouldn't be able to send a 6 pack, but one of each of the 2 and 4 packs. If we can be of any further assistance please do not hesitate to contact our customer care team at 866.266.1700 or by email at solutions@hancockgourmetlobster.com.
432424
This pot is great for one person. Its not quite big enough for a 2 person meal though..Hope this helps....
1542479
You could definitely cook lobsters. Maybe overkill on the size unless you are cooking several lobsters.
1669392
I have used mine to pull lobster hoops which weigh as much as 30 lbs with no problem and since I do not know the weight of a crab pot I am not sure.
2005614
For what it's worth, I homebrew with a bayou classic 1046 142 quart pot as a brew kettle (it's significantly heavy when empty). Although I had bricks in place, apparently much of my weight was on the burner. It flexed on me after running high heat for quite some time and roughly 25 gallons of wort in it. The bricks picked up and supported the weight. I now use cinder blocks positioned around it to support the pot and make sure it is up off the burner. Just be careful. If you're worried, get some extra support and set your mind at ease.
919803
Funny you should ask, I just cooked an 4.6LBS turkey breast yesterday. The 6-Qt was a good size for this. It came out great but I did spend a short time braising the breast to add a little color and crispness to the skin.
1720011
It's more of a saucepan but heck, I'm adventurous. You'd have 2 create a seal. I'd use tin foil then a small lid or plate weighting it down as nec. if it doesn't worl you've still got a bitchin lil pot!