potlid
Vessel's round top
A potlid is the cover for a pot or other cooking vessel, typically with a handle or knob for lifting.
Potlids trap heat and moisture during cooking, allowing food to simmer or steam.
The term is sometimes written as two words (pot lid) with no difference in meaning.
Protect by overlaying
- topUppermost part or surface
- capCovering for top
- domeRounded vault forming roof
- sealAuthentication stamp or mark
close · contain · trap · enclose · shield · protect · splatter guard · dust cover
Conforming closely to shape
Handled cooking vessel
- stockpotLarge pot for broths
- Dutch ovenThick-walled lidded pot
- casseroleSlow-cooked oven dish
- skilletShallow pan for frying
wok · pressure cooker · steamer · braiser · simmer · stew · boil · steam
Circulation of fresh air
- vent holeOpening for air release
- steam releaseAllowing pressurized vapor out
- moistureSmall amounts of liquid
- condensationVapor turning to liquid
evaporation · pressure · rattling · whistling · escape · buildup · drip · water droplets
Continued holding or possession
- insulationThermal transfer prevention
- thermalPertaining to warmth
- temperatureMeasured heat intensity
- warmthHeat you feel
energy efficiency · cooking time · simmer · conduction · heat distribution · keep warm · slow cooking
cover
Protect by overlaying
seal · close · contain · trap · enclose · shield · protect · splatter guard · dust cover · storage
tight-fitting
Conforming closely to shape
saucepan
Handled cooking vessel
- stockpotLarge pot for broths
- Dutch ovenThick-walled lidded pot
- casseroleSlow-cooked oven dish
skillet · wok · pressure cooker · steamer · braiser · simmer · stew · boil · steam · braise
ventilation
Circulation of fresh air
- vent holeOpening for air release
- steam releaseAllowing pressurized vapor out
- moistureSmall amounts of liquid
condensation · evaporation · pressure · rattling · whistling · escape · buildup · drip · water droplets · self-basting
retention
Continued holding or possession
- insulationThermal transfer prevention
- thermalPertaining to warmth
- temperatureMeasured heat intensity
warmth · energy efficiency · cooking time · simmer · conduction · heat distribution · keep warm · slow cooking