Ceramic Turks: description and use

Connoisseurs of a delicious and aromatic drink called "coffee" know for sure that it is best to prepare it in a Turk. The quality of the cezve has a direct impact on the taste of this invigorating drink. The turka can be made from a variety of materials. In this article, we will consider the features of ceramic turkeys, its pros and cons, the subtleties of use, as well as the nuances of care and storage.

Initially, it is worth deciding on the terms, since both ceramic and clay cezve are on sale, and after all, ceramics is also a kind of clay. Let's take a closer look at why Turks for coffee made from the same material have different names.

Clay cezve is made from fired, but not glazed clay. Its peculiarity lies in the fact that it perfectly absorbs odors and oily coffee particles. During the next brewing, new and acquired aromas are mixed. This feature is appreciated by many coffee connoisseurs. The “age” of the Turks has a direct influence on its value.

For those who like pure, without any additives taste of coffee, and also prefer different varieties, ceramic cezve is ideal. Ceramics do not retain odors from previous cooking. It is perfect for preparing coffee with a special aroma. A distinctive feature of the ceramic turkey is that it allows you to prepare a drink of excellent quality.Thanks to the wide bottom and thick walls, it heats the drink evenly, which contributes to the disclosure of exquisite aroma and amazing taste.

Ceramic cezves can be either industrial production or handmade. Manufacturers necessarily give a guarantee for their product. A handmade turka may have less strength, but its attractive appearance will definitely appeal to every buyer.

Ceramic cezve has several advantages.

• Quite long heating. A ceramic turka takes a long time to heat up, as a result of which the coffee drink stays warm longer. If you remove the Turk from the heat, the heating of the coffee continues for some time. As a result, this coffee is similar to the one that is prepared in the sand.
• Ease of care. Ceramic Turku is quite easy to wash, it does not need additional cleaning agents. Do not be afraid to damage the inner walls of the cookware.
• Environmental friendliness. Coffee prepared in a ceramic cezve is environmentally friendly, since ceramics do not interact with the environment, do not create harmful compounds.
• Refined taste. Coffee made in a ceramic turk is characterized by its pure taste. Ceramic does not absorb foreign odors and oil particles.

However, a ceramic Turk also has some disadvantages.

• Price. If we compare ceramic products with copper models, the former will be more expensive. Their price starts at an average of 1,300 rubles.
• Fragility. The peculiarity of ceramic dishes is that they are quite easy to break. It does not withstand shocks, abrupt changes in temperature conditions. After making coffee, you should not immediately wash the Turk, you must wait until it dries completely.

Quite often, buyers choose between ceramic and copper Turks. To decide which option is best for you, you should pay attention to the main differences.

• Thermal conductivity. Copper cezves usually heat up quickly and cool down just as quickly, and ceramic models cannot boast of this feature. If you buy a product for making coffee in sand, then only copper models are suitable.
• Copper cookware is better at absorbing a variety of odors., so the drink gets richer with every preparation. Many coffee connoisseurs simply rinse the Turk without thorough washing. Since the ceramics are coated with glaze, they do not absorb odors. If this quality is important to you, then it is worth buying a Turk made of copper or unbaked clay.
• At a cost, ceramic products are more expensivethan copper models. On average, the price differs by 40-50%, although 100% are possible.
• Reliability when choosing a cezve is very important. So, if your dishes often fall out of your hands, it is better to purchase a copper version, since the ceramics will surely break from impact.

As is known, porcelain is one of the varieties of ceramics... It is obtained by combining fine clay with various compounds of inorganic type, then this mixture lends itself to firing at rather high temperatures. Porcelain turk has an attractive appearance, natural origin, is not afraid of high temperatures, and, thanks to uniform heating, allows you to fully reveal the aroma of coffee.

To prepare delicious and refined coffee, you can apply the following recipe:

1. first you need to take coffee beans and grind them;
2. take clean cold water, it can be either from a bottle or purified with a filter;
3. put an empty Turk on the tile, while the fire should be small, for it to slowly warm up;
4. pour the grated grains into the container, if desired, you can add various spices, sugar;
5. pour the water;
6. take a spoon with a long handle and mix everything thoroughly;
7. when the foam acquires a dark shade, and bubbles form, the container should be removed from the heat;
8. when foam appears, the Turk should be immediately removed from the fire, and this procedure can be performed several times after the bubbles have settled;
9. to fully reveal the aroma of coffee, you should regularly stir the drink during its preparation on the fire.

Quite often, buyers of ceramic cezve are afraid to use it on an open fire, including on a gas stove. It is worth considering in more detail the peculiarity of using ceramics Turks on a gas stove.

• Ceramic cezva is quite suitable for a gas stove, since such containers are intended primarily for use on conventional gas stoves. Do not be afraid of damage, since the container will not crack or burst. Each ceramic Turk goes through a firing stage, during which it succumbs to very high temperatures, so a gas burner is not scary for her.
• Ceramic ceramics require proper handling. It should be level and stable. It is worth adhering to this rule: the bottom of the turk should be twice the diameter of the burner.
• If the required burner diameter is missing on the stove, then you should choose an easier way - use a metal divider. With its help, you can put the Turk correctly, as well as ensure uniform heating of the container.
• If you want to preserve the attractive appearance of the Turks, then the divider is simply irreplaceable, since it allows you to limit the height of the fire, so that the sides of the Turks will never be sooty. This should be taken into account if your cezve is decorated with stucco or embossed patterns, because it is the bulges that are most susceptible to soot.

If you want to make coffee on an induction hob, you must definitely use a special adapter. It is presented in the form of a thick steel disc. The adapter will be a conductor between the burner and the Turk. For a hob with a glass-ceramic surface, there is no need to use an adapter, cezvu can be placed on the stove anyway. If we consider an electric stove with metal discs, then an adapter is not needed. But the options, where the burner is presented in the form of a spiral, need a divider to ensure uniform heating.

Today ceramics are in great demand. They are represented by a wide assortment. Models from the Brazilian company Ceraflame, which has existed for over 60 years, are in great demand. The manufacturer gives a 10-year warranty for all models, which indicates the high quality and durability of the products. There are also Turks for sale from companies in Turkey and Russia.

When choosing a Turk, you should pay attention to the fact that a conical shape is the best option. The bottom should be wider than the neck - the larger the difference, the tastier the coffee will be.

When choosing a ceramic cezve, you should adhere to the following tips.

• The size of the turkey should be chosen depending on how much coffee you plan to make in it. You shouldn't buy a model “with a margin”, because the less cezve, the tastier the coffee will be.
• The Turkish handle should not conduct heat. Usually it is made of clay or wood, but metal handles should be discarded immediately, since they heat up very quickly. At the same time, it is not always convenient to take a potholder, and during this time the coffee can already "run away".
• The choice of colors depends on personal preference. Black ceramics looks stylish, colored models will decorate the kitchen in a modern style, but a painted Turk will perfectly fit into an interior design in an oriental or country style.

Ceramics are fairly easy to clean and do not need special detergents. It is enough to wash a Turku made of ceramics with warm water and a small amount of ordinary detergent, and then dry it. Do not use harsh mechanical devices or strong abrasives. It is better to refuse active acids for cleaning its surface.

If you want to use a dishwasher to wash your ceramic cezve, then there is no absolute prohibition. You can wash the ceramics in it, but it is necessary to carefully read the recommendations from the manufacturer, since he could use special technologies in the manufacture of the Turk. In this case, it is possible that the use of a dishwasher will be prohibited.

For information on how to brew coffee in a ceramic turk, see the video below.