Uruli is a traditional cookware used predominantly in South India. It is circular in shape ranging from smaller sizes that can fit into your palm to giant sized Uruli that are used in restaurants and temples for cooking. The name Uruli literally means “cooking vessel with ears”.
A proper Uruli will have a ringing sound (similar to a bell dong) when struck. In general, food prepared in Uruli is said to have a special taste of its own.
As the ages past, the cooking practice and the vessels used have been replaced to the modern day utensils. But even today, there exists the practice of preparing payasams or food in certain rural areas of Kerala.
In recent times, Urulis are used as a decorative item rather than cooking. This golden-coloured vessel is now a popular souvenir and a charming gift.
This elegant, beautiful vessel is filled with water and flowers are placed over the top layer to make it look decorative. This kind of arrangement is commonly seen in many traditional restaurants, spas, temples and even in some homes at their entrance.
Culturally, Urulis provide a traditional look and also stands as a symbol of ancient artistic creativity.
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