Is it possible to put it in a smaller pot, or is the mesh firm?
253679
It would be difficult to put it in a smaller pot - the mesh is firm and there is bracket welded to the bottom to hang the basket on the edge of the pot.
253680
The mesh is not flexible. There is a little give but not enough to squeeze inside a smaller pot. Plus there is the little stand where you could hang and drain on the lid of the pot. If you're frying small items in a smaller pot id recommend a wok mesh strainer. I personally use this big one to fry in a big outdoor fryer. Hope this helps.
253681
Yes, I bought this basket for a Fry Daddy the basket fits, but the handle I bent upward and then back out to make a handle. Works perfect. It is a very nice basket. I am we'll pleased with my Fry Daddy basket.
253682
I read all the other answers and totally disagree. I had no problem making this basket fit. I knew what I had to do before I ordered this basket.
253683
The mesh is very sturdy, does not bend. The pot would have to be the right size for the strainer.
115890
Basically, yes. The bottom is a bit thicker. Note, the lid has a CUT OUT to accommodate the basket handle. If you want to use it as a pot, get a different lid.
616108
We bought the smaller pot because we don't cook a lot for just the two of us and didn't want to fill a larger pot to get it to work properly.
351876
Since I don't have a Dutch Oven (cast iron? ) with legs, I'm afraid I can't help you. Would imagine it would depend on size of pot and where legs are positioned in reference to stoves handles. Might be unstable due to weigh and configuration. I prefer a flat bottom pot. Sorry I can't be of more help.
2247960
I would say that you could. The top fits perfectly flat on the pot. That's a great idea that they could have incorporated before hand. Good luck.
2036790
Yes. The basket drops deep into the pot so it should be fine. I do small, medium and full pots and never had an issue. Love it.
171040
It would be possible as I believe the holes are small enough. However, 2 of these pots I needed to return because after one use the inside bottom of the pot pitted.
452240
I can't imagine the mesh is fine enough to strain coffee. It is designed for tea and some spices.
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!
1465134
I'm curious about this as well, if the distance from the bottom will be too great or what. Perhaps one could use an alcohol stove with some wire to hold it up closer to the pot?
650167
The pot is very thin, so the interior dimensions should be just slightly smaller from the exterior's
2121412
I think you could put it on the table, but I might use a hotpad beneath, just for extra confidence. The water cools pretty quickly, since there is no insulation on the pot.
1720047
Although it looks to be a bit top-heavy if placed above the smallest diameter pot (I use a pot that fits the middle-diameter contour), I don't think there is an issue here.
100738
Yikes...definitely not...nice pot though! I agree with previous answer, more of a large veggie portion pot! Good luck.
1419438
you could probably use another pot of the same size bottom, I have no clue how hot it gets...sorry
1534027
I am careful with this pot. I use if for spaghetti boiling or for vegetables. For stews or higher heat foods use heavier pot.
2284158
It is very pliable and can be squeezed into smaller pots. I use it to steam a small lunch portion of dumplings to good advantage. They don't stick!