This pot was created to help you master the basics of Japanese rice cooking. It's unique shape and depth maximise heat convection, for brilliant results. The high walls make it ideal for all sorts of other cooking tasks too, from making bread to simmering soups and casseroles.

The additional inner stoneware lid has two air vents that let steam escape. This protects against overboiling while locking in moisture – perfect for getting rice ‘just right’. Cooking something else? Remove the inner lid to use the pot as a simple casserole.

Hijiki is a sea vegetable like wakame and kombu. It is rich in fibre and minerals – a delicious health food with a unique flavour. It is easy to store dried sea vegetables in the kitchen cupboard and they are very useful when making salads or miso soup. This Cast Iron Cocotte Every is perfect for cooking rice as it ensures optimum consistency and taste.