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Cast Iorn Jambalya pot recommendations

Posted on 2/9/16 at 4:33 pm
Posted by Dizz
Member since May 2008
16224 posts
Posted on 2/9/16 at 4:33 pm
I am looking to get a large cast iron pot for outdoor Jambalya cooking. Does anyone have any recommendations.
Posted by Dire Wolf
bawcomville
Member since Sep 2008
40827 posts
Posted on 2/9/16 at 4:37 pm to
Cook everything in lots of bacon fat

Use the calculator
Posted by thegreatboudini
Member since Oct 2008
7293 posts
Posted on 2/9/16 at 4:38 pm to
My 7qt lodge does the trick for just about everything, and I make a lot of jambalayas.
This post was edited on 2/9/16 at 4:39 pm
Posted by Mr Fusion
The American Dream City
Member since Dec 2010
7462 posts
Posted on 2/9/16 at 5:19 pm to
Depends on how many people you plan to cook for. Unless you are having huge parties, I don't think anything bigger than 5 gallons is necessary. I have a 10 gallon and it is extremely heavy and difficult to store, move, or clean. It does great, and I use it for large groups once or twice a year, but in all honesty, I probably could downgrade in size if I really wanted to.

I bought it on Amazon. The free shipping was totally worth it, plus I got a burner designed for it that can support its full weight.

This is the one I have. LINK I recommend it, but with the above reservations.

Edit: my 7 quart Lodge Dutch Oven gets much more use, but indoors. Look at the jambalaya calculator and see what size would be best for the anticipated number of guests and serving size.
This post was edited on 2/9/16 at 5:21 pm
Posted by Dizz
Member since May 2008
16224 posts
Posted on 2/9/16 at 5:27 pm to
I think I may just need a 7 quart. I appreciate the link.
Posted by unclebuck504
N.O./B.R./ATL
Member since Feb 2010
1716 posts
Posted on 2/9/16 at 5:27 pm to
"Large" is a relative term. How many people you want to be able to feed? Or in the alternative, how much jambalaya you wanna make?

Just saying "outdoor jambalaya cooking" doesn't give everyone enough information to make solid recommendations.
Posted by LSUsmartass
Scompton
Member since Sep 2004
82757 posts
Posted on 2/9/16 at 10:31 pm to
Google r&r welding, he'll get you set up with everything you need
Posted by RedMustang
Member since Oct 2011
6946 posts
Posted on 2/9/16 at 11:55 pm to
I just bought a 9 qt. Lodge with the wire handle on top for under $60. That size will serve 15-20 people.
Posted by Poodlebrain
Way Right of Rex
Member since Jan 2004
19860 posts
Posted on 2/10/16 at 8:57 am to
Rather than one large pot, have you considered two smaller pots? You can turn the cooking into a group activity in which you supervise. Can add fun to parties.
Posted by lsugrad35
Jambalaya capital of the world
Member since Feb 2007
3360 posts
Posted on 2/10/16 at 9:03 am to
quote:

Google r&r welding, he'll get you set up with everything you need


I second. But order a year ahead from when you actually need it

Also this is only if you need a burner too. If you just need a pot there are other better options.
Posted by upgrayedd
Lifting at Tobin's house
Member since Mar 2013
139236 posts
Posted on 2/10/16 at 9:07 am to
I've got a 2.75 gal Bayou Classic. Works pretty well.
Posted by LSUTIGERTAILG8ER
Chance of Rain....NEVER!!
Member since Nov 2007
1854 posts
Posted on 2/11/16 at 8:09 am to
I have the 5 gallon Cajun. I love it. I like the rounded bottom better than the dutch oven flat bottom style. And the Cast Lid makes it very nice and not too heavy for this size pot

I bought it used (already perfectly seasoned) the guy I bought it from used to do alot of cracklins...

It actually fit perfectly on my fish fryer burner stand (with some small modifications to accomodate the rounded bottom)

Definitely use the Calculator! I've cooked for many birthday parties and tailgates, up to 25-30 people easily.

Would recommend.

Cajun 5 Gallon
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