Hawkins Olive Triply Steel Kadhai Glass Lid 2.5 Ltr POSK25G

Hawkins Olive Pro Triply Stainless Steel Kadhai 2.5 Litre with Glass Lid (POSK25G) – Green Ceramic Exterior, 3mm Tri-Ply, Gas & Induction Compatible Deep-Fry Pan for Indian Cooking

About This Product

The kadhai is the most versatile vessel in an Indian kitchen — a deep, curved, wide-mouthed pan that handles deep frying, sautéing, stir frying, making gravies, and simmering with equal confidence. The Hawkins Olive Pro Triply Stainless Steel Kadhai (POSK25G) brings a thoughtful upgrade to this daily workhorse: the technical performance of extra-thick 3mm Tri-Ply stainless steel construction, the distinctive visual warmth of a green ceramic-coated exterior, and the all-metal durability of stay-cool stainless steel handles — all in a 2.5-litre size that serves comfortably as an everyday family kadhai. The Olive Pro range from Hawkins is built around the same Tri-ply engineering as the silver SSD range, but with a coloured ceramic exterior and all-steel handle identity that gives it a more premium, modern-kitchen character.

The three-layer Tri-Ply construction is the performance foundation of the POSK25G. The inner cooking surface is AISI 304 18/8 food-grade stainless steel — non-reactive with all foods, rust-proof, and permanently hygienic, ensuring your curries and deep-fried preparations taste exactly as they should with no metallic interference. The middle layer is heavy-gauge aluminium — the thermal conductor that spreads heat rapidly and evenly across the full base and up the curved sides, eliminating the hotspots that cause food to stick or burn in a single-layer steel kadhai. The outer layer is AISI 430 magnetic stainless steel — both the structural outer wall and the induction-enabling layer that makes the POSK25G fully compatible with modern induction cooktops as well as gas stoves. The 3mm total thickness throughout base and sides retains heat exceptionally well once the kadhai is at temperature — maintaining stable frying and cooking temperatures with less flame than a thinner vessel requires.

The green ceramic-coated exterior is the Olive Pro's visual identity — a deep, rich olive green that sets it apart from conventional silver stainless kadhais and brings a warm, contemporary aesthetic to the stovetop and serving table. The ceramic coating is not just decorative: it is easy to clean, stain-resistant, and unaffected by high cooking temperatures, keeping the exterior looking new through years of daily use. The stay-cool stainless steel handles are permanently attached with stainless steel rivets and brackets that will not loosen over time, providing a confident, safe grip for lifting, carrying, and pouring from the kadhai. The curved sides with extra height make the POSK25G particularly effective for deep frying — the depth prevents oil from reaching the rim while the curved walls make stirring and tossing food natural and easy. The included toughened heat-proof glass lid lets you cook covered while keeping an eye on your food.

Key Features

Extra-Thick 3mm Tri-Ply Construction – Even Heat, No Hotspots, Less Oil

The 3mm Tri-Ply body — AISI 304 stainless steel inner, heavy-gauge aluminium core, AISI 430 magnetic stainless steel outer — runs through the full base and curved sides of the kadhai. The aluminium core distributes heat uniformly across every part of the cooking surface, preventing the localised hotspots that cause food to stick or burn in standard single-layer steel vessels. The 3mm total thickness retains heat effectively, allowing you to maintain cooking temperature with a lower flame — resulting in more even cooking and meaningful fuel savings over daily use.

AISI 304 18/8 Food-Grade Stainless Steel Inner Surface – Hygienic & Non-Reactive

The inner cooking surface is AISI 304 18/8 stainless steel — the premium food-contact grade with 18% chromium and 8% nickel that is completely non-reactive with all ingredients, including acidic ones like tamarind, tomatoes, and citrus. It does not pit or corrode with daily cooking, does not impart any metallic taste, and stays permanently hygienic through years of daily use. Your curries, gravies, and fried preparations taste as the recipe intends — clean, pure, and full of their natural flavours.

Green Ceramic-Coated Exterior – Stays Looking New, Easy to Clean

The green ceramic-coated exterior is the defining visual feature of the Olive Pro range. The deep, warm olive green colour gives the kadhai a premium, contemporary aesthetic that looks as good on the stovetop as it does when brought to the dining table for serving. The ceramic coating is resistant to staining, unaffected by high heat, and easy to wipe clean after cooking — turmeric, oil, and sauce residue comes off without effort. The coating stays looking fresh and vibrant through years of daily cooking without fading, chipping, or discolouring under normal conditions.

Curved Sides with Extra Height – Ideal for Deep Frying & Stir Frying

The rounded, curved sides and extra height of the POSK25G are specifically shaped for the two cooking tasks a kadhai excels at. For deep frying, the depth ensures oil stays well below the rim even when hot oil bubbles up during frying — significantly safer than a shallow-sided pan. For stir frying and bhuna-style cooking, the curved walls allow a ladle or karchi to reach every part of the cooking surface in a natural arc, making stirring and tossing ingredients easy and efficient.

Flat Base – Stays Flat, Never Bulges or Warps

The flat base of the POSK25G is engineered to remain permanently level through years of repeated heating and cooling cycles. It does not bulge or warp — which is critical for efficient induction cooking, where consistent, flat contact between the vessel base and the induction plate directly determines heat transfer efficiency. A flat base also ensures the kadhai sits stable on any gas burner or cooktop surface without rocking.

Stay-Cool Stainless Steel Handles – Secure, Permanent, All-Metal

The stainless steel handles are permanently attached to the kadhai body using stainless steel rivets and brackets — will not loosen, will not detach, and will not degrade over time. The stay-cool design keeps the handles at a comfortable gripping temperature during stovetop cooking. Being all-metal, they are also oven-safe, giving the POSK25G additional versatility for dishes that need a stovetop-to-oven transfer.

Metal Spatula Compatible – No Coating to Protect

The inner stainless steel cooking surface of the POSK25G is fully compatible with metal spatulas, ladles, and serving spoons. There is no non-stick coating to scratch or protect. You can use your full set of traditional Indian kitchen tools — jhara, karchi, heavy steel spoons — with complete confidence. This is one of the most practical advantages of stainless steel cookware over coated alternatives for Indian cooking styles that require frequent, vigorous stirring and scraping.

Ezee-Pour No-Drip Flange – Clean Pouring from Both Sides

The Ezee-Pour no-drip flange around the rim of the kadhai allows you to pour cooking oil, sauces, or curry liquid out cleanly from either side — left-handed or right-handed — without dripping down the exterior of the vessel. This is a small but consistently useful feature in a deep kadhai used for frying, where controlled pouring of used oil is a regular post-cooking step.

Toughened Heat-Proof Glass Lid – Cook Covered with Visibility

The included toughened heat-proof glass lid allows you to cook covered — retaining steam, moisture, and flavour inside the kadhai — while maintaining full visibility of the food without lifting the lid. For slow-simmering curries, braised dishes, or any preparation that benefits from covered, moist heat, the glass lid provides the convenience of visual monitoring alongside the efficiency of covered cooking.

Gas & Induction Compatible – Versatile Across Modern Kitchens

The AISI 430 magnetic stainless steel outer layer makes the POSK25G fully induction-compatible. It works equally well on gas stoves, induction cooktops, ceramic, electric, and halogen surfaces — every major domestic cooking surface in Indian homes today. Whether your kitchen uses gas or has switched to induction, this kadhai adapts without any modification or accessory requirement.

Warranty Information

The Hawkins Olive Pro Triply Stainless Steel Kadhai 2.5 Litre (POSK25G) comes with a 5-year guarantee from the date of purchase against defects in material and workmanship.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is the difference between the Hawkins Olive Pro POSK25G and the regular Hawkins Tri-ply Kadhai SSD25G?

Both the POSK25G (Olive Pro) and SSD25G (regular Tri-ply) use the same 3mm Tri-ply construction — AISI 304 18/8 stainless steel inner, aluminium core, AISI 430 outer. The key differences are in the finishing. The Olive Pro POSK25G has a green ceramic-coated exterior and all-stainless steel handles — giving it a premium, colourful aesthetic and all-metal durability. The SSD25G has a polished silver stainless steel exterior and rosewood handles — a more classic, natural look. Both offer identical cooking performance; the choice comes down to aesthetic preference and handle material.

2. Is the green ceramic coating on the exterior safe for cooking?

Yes. The green ceramic coating is applied only to the exterior of the kadhai — it does not come into contact with food at any point. The cooking surface that contacts your food is the AISI 304 18/8 stainless steel interior — a premium food-safe surface with no coatings of any kind. The exterior ceramic is purely functional for appearance and cleaning ease.

3. Can I use the POSK25G for deep frying? How much oil can it safely hold?

Yes — the curved sides, extra height, and 2.5-litre capacity of the POSK25G make it an excellent deep-frying vessel. The depth ensures hot oil stays safely below the rim even when bubbling vigorously. As a general safe practice, fill with oil to no more than half the capacity (approximately 1.25 litres) to leave sufficient headspace above the oil level for safe frying. The 3mm Tri-ply base maintains stable oil temperature during frying — preventing the temperature spikes and drops that cause unevenly fried food.

4. Is this kadhai compatible with induction cooktops?

Yes. The AISI 430 magnetic stainless steel outer base layer makes the POSK25G fully induction-compatible. It also works on gas, electric, ceramic, and halogen cooking surfaces — making it a universally versatile kadhai for any kitchen setup.

5. Does the green ceramic exterior chip, scratch, or fade over time?

The ceramic exterior coating of the Olive Pro range is engineered to be resistant to high heat, staining, and everyday kitchen handling. Under normal stovetop use conditions — including high-heat frying — the coating maintains its appearance without fading or chipping. As with any coloured exterior, avoid hitting the pan against hard surfaces and do not use abrasive scrubbers on the exterior, which can scratch the surface over time with repeated contact.

6. Can I use metal ladles and serving spoons inside the POSK25G?

Yes — fully. The AISI 304 stainless steel inner surface is completely unaffected by metal utensils. You can use steel ladles, karchi, jhara, or any metal cooking tool without any concern for the cooking surface. This is a significant advantage over non-stick coated kadhais where metal contact can scratch and degrade the coating.

7. Is the Hawkins Olive Pro POSK25G oven-safe?

The kadhai body with its all-steel handles and construction is oven-safe — there are no plastic or rubber components on the kadhai itself that impose a temperature limit. The glass lid should be checked for its oven temperature rating before placing it in an oven; for oven use, the kadhai can be covered with a stainless steel lid or used uncovered. The Tri-ply stainless steel construction handles domestic oven temperatures without concern.

8. How does the 3mm Tri-ply prevent food from sticking compared to a single-layer stainless steel kadhai?

Standard single-layer stainless steel kadhais have thin bases that create hotspots — small areas of intense, concentrated heat where food bonds to the metal surface and sticks. The 3mm Tri-ply construction eliminates hotspots by using the aluminium core to spread heat evenly across the entire base and up the curved sides simultaneously. With uniform heat, no part of the cooking surface overheats disproportionately, making sticking significantly less likely — particularly when the kadhai is properly preheated before ingredients are added.

9. What is the warranty on the Hawkins Olive Pro POSK25G?

The POSK25G carries a 5-year guarantee from the date of purchase from Hawkins Cookers Limited against defects in material and workmanship. For any warranty or service queries, contact Hawkins at service@hawkinscookers.com or (022) 24 440 807.

10. What other pieces are available in the Hawkins Olive Pro range?

The Hawkins Olive Pro range in green ceramic exterior includes a 22 cm Frying Pan with SS Lid (POSF22G), 2.5L Deep-Fry Kadhai with Glass Lid (POSK25G), 3L Handi with Glass Lid (POSH30G), and 3L Cook-n-Serve Bowl with Glass Lid (POSC30G). All Olive Pro pieces share the same 3mm Tri-ply stainless steel construction, green ceramic exterior, stay-cool stainless steel handles, and gas and induction compatibility — making it easy to build a cohesive, colour-matched triply cookware set for your kitchen.