This deep pot is versatile and can be used for various cooking methods such as steaming, boiling, simmering, deep-frying, and grilling. 20cm: Suitable for cooking 4 cups of rice (boiling time approximately 15 minutes). This is one of the most commonly used sizes for household pots. It's recommended for making curry or stew for four people. * Using the separately sold cooking basket and cooking plate allows you to steam vegetables, make chawanmushi (savory egg custard), and is also useful for boiling noodles. The lid (discontinued) is also listed separately. Thank you for viewing.