--- product_id: 408822533 title: "Cast Iron Uttapam Tawa/Tava | 10.8 Inch, 2.5kg, Gas & Induction-Friendly| Pre-Seasoned, 100% Toxin-Free, Naturally Non-Stick, Long Lasting | No Chemical Coating" brand: "the indus valley" price: "VT35844" currency: VUV in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 category: "The Indus Valley" url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/408822533-cast-iron-uttapam-tawa-tava-10-8-inch-2-5kg store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # 10.8 inch optimal cooking surface Gas & induction stove compatible 2.5 kg durable cast iron weight Cast Iron Uttapam Tawa/Tava | 10.8 Inch, 2.5kg, Gas & Induction-Friendly| Pre-Seasoned, 100% Toxin-Free, Naturally Non-Stick, Long Lasting | No Chemical Coating **Brand:** the indus valley **Price:** VT35844 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🍳 Elevate your kitchen game with timeless cast iron mastery! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Cast Iron Uttapam Tawa/Tava | 10.8 Inch, 2.5kg, Gas & Induction-Friendly| Pre-Seasoned, 100% Toxin-Free, Naturally Non-Stick, Long Lasting | No Chemical Coating by the indus valley - **How much does it cost?** VT35844 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/408822533-cast-iron-uttapam-tawa-tava-10-8-inch-2-5kg) ## Best For - the indus valley enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted the indus valley brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Fuel-Smart & Time-Saving:** Cooks faster and saves up to ₹1200/year on fuel costs - • **Iron Boost in Every Bite:** Enrich your meals naturally with essential dietary iron - • **Effortless Non-Stick Mastery:** Pre-seasoned with vegetable oil for naturally non-stick, easy cooking - • **Versatile Kitchen Powerhouse:** Perfect for gas, induction, OTGs, and even campfires—your all-in-one cookware - • **Purely Natural, Purely Healthy:** 100% toxin-free, chemical-free cast iron for guilt-free cooking ## Overview The Indus Valley Cast Iron Uttapam Tawa is a 10.8-inch, 2.5kg heavy-duty pan designed for gas and induction stoves. Pre-seasoned with 100% vegetable oil, it offers a naturally non-stick, toxin-free cooking surface that enriches food with iron. Durable and versatile, it ensures even heat distribution for faster cooking, saving fuel and enhancing flavor without any chemical coatings. ## Description The Indus Valley cast iron uttapam tawa is a gas stove safe. It is suitable for all Indian kitchens. All our cookware is made in India. Your purchase is making a huge change for the hands that make it. Thank you! Review: The product was very well packed when received. As for the product itself, it was not aesthetically pleasing. I can understand why some of the reviewers here were disappointed. Not the design per se, but the uneven cooking surface. It can put you off, especially if you were expecting the smooth finish of nonstick cookware or even preseasoned cast iron ware of internationally known brands. I wasn’t confident about using it as is (although the product is supposedly preseasoned) and I did think about returning it. Then I changed my mind and thought of giving it a try. And I am glad I did!! The photos that I have attached are of the rice pancakes (velayappams) that I made on my first attempt at cooking on this pan. They were perfect And the pan was as good as non-stick!! I didn’t have to use a truck load of oil (just smeared a little as I do, even on nonstick pans). But I PREPPED THE PAN BEFORE USE and this is how I did it: The first time I washed it slightly vigorously with mild detergent and sponge because of the black residue from the factory. (I didn’t try to get it all out on the first go). Then I wiped it down with cloth (didn’t let it air dry) and left it on the stove burner on low heat to let it dry completely. Next I smeared a fair bit of coconut oil on the pan, (including the non-cavity/cooking areas) and left it on the stove burner on medium heat for about 20 minutes. It will smoke quite a bit - so make sure you leave your gas hood on. :) Then turn off heat. Let it cool and use tissue/cloth to gently wipe down the residue, if any. I repeated this cycle for seven days. (Second day onwards I started using little to no soap to wash it). *I found the heat distribution to be even. No complaints on that front. *As for its durability, it’s too early for me to comment on that as I haven’t used it long enough. * It is pretty heavy (as cast iron is supposed to be). * The size of the cavity is adequate to make MINI uthappams, pancakes or vellayappams. And you get four perfectly-shaped ones!! In all a very good purchase. I suspect that the negative reviews posted here are by folks who don’t know how to use/care for cast iron products. Review: The Indus iron tawa is sturdy and heats evenly, perfect for making rotis and dosas. A must-have for any kitchen. ## Features - 🌿 100% NATURAL COOKWARE - No harmful chemical coatings. 100% toxin-free and food-safe. - 💊 ENRICHES FOOD WITH IRON - Adds iron content to your meals that helps fight iron deficiency. Truly healthy cookware! - 👨‍🍳 NATURALLY NON-STICK - No food sticking. PRE-SEASONED with 100% vegetable oil. - 😋 MAKES FOOD TASTIER - Makes your dishes more delicious with a distinct flavour. - 💰 MONEY SAVING INVESTMENT - Quick cooking. Saves fuel up to ₹1200 per year. Lasts for decades. - 🍽️ MULTI-PURPOSE COOKWARE - Effortlessly cook your favourite dishes. Suitable for gas and induction stoves, OTGs & campfires. - 🌟 SUPERIOR PERFORMANCE - Cooks faster. Saves gas. Best in even heating and heat retention that gives excellent cooking results consistently. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B08S3XF95H | | Brand | The Indus Valley | | Capacity | 1 Liters | | Color | Without Handle | | Compatible Models | Gas and Induction Compatible | | Customer Reviews | 3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars (431) | | Date First Available | 27 April 2021 | | Diameter | 27.4 Centimeters | | Item Weight | 1 Kilograms | | Material | Cast Iron | | Special Features | Healthy Cooking | ## Product Details - **Brand:** The Indus Valley - **Capacity:** 1 Liters - **Colour:** Without Handle - **Material:** Cast Iron - **Special features:** Healthy Cooking ## Images ![Cast Iron Uttapam Tawa/Tava | 10.8 Inch, 2.5kg, Gas & Induction-Friendly| Pre-Seasoned, 100% Toxin-Free, Naturally Non-Stick, Long Lasting | No Chemical Coating - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71ADiZfAi5L.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by B***S on 13 August 2021* The product was very well packed when received. As for the product itself, it was not aesthetically pleasing. I can understand why some of the reviewers here were disappointed. Not the design per se, but the uneven cooking surface. It can put you off, especially if you were expecting the smooth finish of nonstick cookware or even preseasoned cast iron ware of internationally known brands. I wasn’t confident about using it as is (although the product is supposedly preseasoned) and I did think about returning it. Then I changed my mind and thought of giving it a try. And I am glad I did!! The photos that I have attached are of the rice pancakes (velayappams) that I made on my first attempt at cooking on this pan. They were perfect And the pan was as good as non-stick!! I didn’t have to use a truck load of oil (just smeared a little as I do, even on nonstick pans). But I PREPPED THE PAN BEFORE USE and this is how I did it: The first time I washed it slightly vigorously with mild detergent and sponge because of the black residue from the factory. (I didn’t try to get it all out on the first go). Then I wiped it down with cloth (didn’t let it air dry) and left it on the stove burner on low heat to let it dry completely. Next I smeared a fair bit of coconut oil on the pan, (including the non-cavity/cooking areas) and left it on the stove burner on medium heat for about 20 minutes. It will smoke quite a bit - so make sure you leave your gas hood on. :) Then turn off heat. Let it cool and use tissue/cloth to gently wipe down the residue, if any. I repeated this cycle for seven days. (Second day onwards I started using little to no soap to wash it). *I found the heat distribution to be even. No complaints on that front. *As for its durability, it’s too early for me to comment on that as I haven’t used it long enough. * It is pretty heavy (as cast iron is supposed to be). * The size of the cavity is adequate to make MINI uthappams, pancakes or vellayappams. And you get four perfectly-shaped ones!! In all a very good purchase. I suspect that the negative reviews posted here are by folks who don’t know how to use/care for cast iron products. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by P***N on 20 May 2024* The Indus iron tawa is sturdy and heats evenly, perfect for making rotis and dosas. A must-have for any kitchen. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by K***I on 25 January 2026* Useless. The depth is poor. The sizes of circles are small. Diffilut to pull out the cooked pancake. 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