Earthenware pot

If you are in Melbourne, Victoria, the Nan Yang supermarket in Springvale often has earthenware pots for sale in different styles (if you see what you like, buy it as it won't be there next time!) For this recipe, I used a Chinese stewing pot. So long as they are pre-soaked prior to use, you can put them on direct (low) flame. They are really nice to use as they cook more intensely and gently than a metal pot.