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product_id: 12904991
title: "GAU-80508 Jumbo Traditional Natural Caldero for Cooking and Serving, 18 Quart, Silver"
brand: "imusa"
price: "R4609"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Imusa"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/12904991-gau-80508-jumbo-traditional-natural-caldero-for-cooking-and-serving
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region: South Africa
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# 18 qt jumbo capacity durable cast aluminum even heat distribution GAU-80508 Jumbo Traditional Natural Caldero for Cooking and Serving, 18 Quart, Silver

**Brand:** imusa
**Price:** R4609
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🍳 Elevate your kitchen game with the ultimate jumbo caldero – cook big, impress bigger!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** GAU-80508 Jumbo Traditional Natural Caldero for Cooking and Serving, 18 Quart, Silver by imusa
- **How much does it cost?** R4609 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/12904991-gau-80508-jumbo-traditional-natural-caldero-for-cooking-and-serving)

## Best For

- imusa enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted imusa brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Heat Mastery:** Cast aluminum construction ensures rapid, even heat distribution for perfectly cooked meals every time.
- • **Flavor Enhancer:** Seasoning surface improves with use, infusing your dishes with richer, deeper flavors.
- • **Cook for the Crowd:** Massive 18-quart capacity lets you serve up family-sized feasts or party-perfect portions with ease.
- • **Traditional Meets Modern:** Oven-safe design with easy-grip handles and a steam-vented glass lid keeps your cooking efficient and convenient.
- • **Versatile Culinary Powerhouse:** From rice and beans to stews and sauces, this caldero adapts seamlessly to your favorite recipes.

## Overview

The IMUSA GAU-80508 Jumbo Traditional Natural Caldero is a robust 18-quart cast aluminum pot designed for large-batch cooking. Featuring superior heat distribution, a seasoning surface that enhances flavor over time, and a tight-fitting glass lid with steam vent, it’s perfect for a wide range of dishes from traditional Hispanic recipes to everyday meals. Oven-safe and built for durability, this caldero is a must-have for any serious home chef looking to cook big and cook smart.

## Description

Product Description The IMUSA Caldero is the ‘workhorse’ of any Hispanic kitchen due to its versatility and unique design. The Caldero (or ‘cauldron’ in English) has rounded sides, a tight fitting lid, and superior heat distribution. Calderos are used to cook rice, beans, braise meat, and simmer stews and soups. It is made in Colombia and it is ideal when cooking in large batches for parties or for the entire family. From the Manufacturer The IMUSA Caldero is the ‘workhorse’ of any Hispanic kitchen due to its versatility and unique design. The Caldero (or ‘cauldron’ in English) has rounded sides, a tight fitting lid, and superior heat distribution. Calderos are used to cook rice, beans, braise meat, and simmer stews and soups

Review: lid It doesn’t sit evenly on the pot and leaves a noticeable gap. - I love the size of this pot. It’s big, spacious, and perfect for cooking large meals. The material feels sturdy and well made. However, I’m really disappointed with the lid. It doesn’t sit evenly on the pot and leaves a noticeable gap, so it doesn’t close properly. A good-fitting lid is very important for cooking, and this one doesn’t seal the way it should. Because of that, I’m not fully satisfied with my purchase, even though I like the pot itself.
Review: Perfect pan - Great product , it has a good quality, the color is great, I can cook anything I want,

## Features

- LARGE COOKING CAPACITY: This caldero has a capacity of 18 quarts, making it ideal for substantial meal sizes effortlessly, providing extensive versatility in various cooking applications
- DURABLE AND RELIABLE: Made of cast aluminum for reliable durability, with a cooking surface that seasons over time for enhanced flavor
- TRADITIONAL AND CONVENIENT DESIGN: provides even heat distribution and oven safety without lid, and also features easy grip handles and tight-fitting glass lid with steam vent
- CULINARY ADAPTABILITY: Perfect for cooking rice, simmering soups, beans, sauces, stews, and a wide variety of other delicious dishes, this versatile caldero adapts to numerous cooking styles and recipes, making it an essential tool in any kitchen
- VERSATILE ESSENTIAL: Perfect for preparing a diverse array of traditional Hispanic recipes, making it an indispensable choice for everyday culinary endeavors

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00164W8F4 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #2,718 in Kitchen & Dining ( See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining ) #11 in Dutch Ovens |
| Brand | Imusa |
| Capacity | 17.9 Quarts |
| Color | Silver |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (14,411) |
| Date First Available | April 7, 2008 |
| Finish Type | Non Stick |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00094046805682 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Is Dishwasher Safe | No |
| Is Oven Safe | Yes |
| Item Weight | 8.1 pounds |
| Item model number | GAU-80508W |
| Lid Material | Cast Iron |
| Manufacturer | Imusa USA |
| Material | Aluminum |
| Product Care Instructions | Hand Wash Only |
| Product Dimensions | 20.1"W x 8.9"H |
| Shape | Round |
| UPC | 094046805682 |
| With Lid | Yes |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Imusa
- **Capacity:** 17.9 Quarts
- **Color:** Silver
- **Finish Type:** Non Stick
- **Material:** Aluminum

## Images

![GAU-80508 Jumbo Traditional Natural Caldero for Cooking and Serving, 18 Quart, Silver - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61mGE0MPvgL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size, Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: My fiance is puerto rican and loves his rice and really wants a rice pot.....is this what he wants? not a rice cooker but a rice pot.**
A: Yes! Definitely!  I'm Dominican and our Puerto Rican bothers and us share our cuisine, and this is the "caldero de arroz" that we use for all our rices (white, arroz con Guandules, arroz con pollo, etc)..he will be satisfied and happy when you show him this!

**Q: How much rice can be cooked in the 4.8 qrt?**
A: well, you could google it, but here ya go:

a cup of dry uncooked rice weighs approximately 180 grams or .3968 pounds.

there are four cups to a quart, so, 19.2 cups in 4.8 qts.

so now you multiply 19.2 cups (volume) by 180 grams (weight) and you get 34,560 grams or 3.456 kg....convert kg to pounds multiply 3.456Kg by 2.2 lbs/kg....6.89 pounds of rice....more than you can eat in one sitting.

Happy Cooking!!!

**Q: What's the maximum amount of rice I can cook in a 4.8 qrt pot?**
A: 2-3 cups of uncooked rice., with 2 1/2 it is about three quarters full.

**Q: Is it oven-safe, including the little black handle on the top?**
A: The black top handle is not oven safe the rest of it is. I used mine in the oven many times before replacing the top. I still use a lot

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ lid It doesn’t sit evenly on the pot and leaves a noticeable gap.
*by K***A on January 11, 2026*

I love the size of this pot. It’s big, spacious, and perfect for cooking large meals. The material feels sturdy and well made. However, I’m really disappointed with the lid. It doesn’t sit evenly on the pot and leaves a noticeable gap, so it doesn’t close properly. A good-fitting lid is very important for cooking, and this one doesn’t seal the way it should. Because of that, I’m not fully satisfied with my purchase, even though I like the pot itself.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect pan
*by J***O on February 10, 2026*

Great product , it has a good quality, the color is great, I can cook anything I want,

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best pot for large meals.
*by H***Z on January 19, 2026*

Best pot I've ever owned. Big enough to good a full meal for my family.

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*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-03-10*