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product_id: 2595825
title: "Hawkins 3 Litre Inner Lid Pressure Cooker, Stainless Steel Cooker, Wide Design Pan Cooker, Induction Cooker, Silver (HSS3W)"
brand: "hawkins"
price: "R2458"
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# Improved pressure regulator - fuel-efficient cooking Extra-thick sandwich bottom - even heat, no bulging 18Cr/8Ni AISI 304 stainless steel - hygienic & corrosion-resistant Hawkins 3 Litre Inner Lid Pressure Cooker, Stainless Steel Cooker, Wide Design Pan Cooker, Induction Cooker, Silver (HSS3W)

**Brand:** hawkins
**Price:** R2458
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🍳 Elevate your kitchen game with Hawkins: where tradition meets tech-savvy cooking!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Hawkins 3 Litre Inner Lid Pressure Cooker, Stainless Steel Cooker, Wide Design Pan Cooker, Induction Cooker, Silver (HSS3W) by hawkins
- **How much does it cost?** R2458 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- hawkins enthusiasts

## Why This Product

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

## Key Features

- • **Trusted Legacy & Safety:** Manufactured in India with a meltable safety valve for peace of mind—experience reliable pressure cooking without compromise.
- • **Versatile Cooking Options:** Safe for light and deep frying before pressure cooking, expanding your culinary creativity.
- • **Precision Heat Distribution:** Extra-thick sandwich bottom ensures even heating and prevents warping, delivering perfect meals every time.
- • **Durable Stainless Steel Build:** Crafted from premium 18Cr/8Ni AISI 304 stainless steel for lasting shine and superior hygiene.
- • **Fuel-Smart Pressure Regulator:** Advanced pressure control saves fuel and reduces cooking time, making your kitchen eco-friendly and efficient.

## Overview

The Hawkins 3 Litre Inner Lid Pressure Cooker combines premium 18Cr/8Ni AISI 304 stainless steel construction with an extra-thick sandwich bottom for even heat distribution and durability. Designed for 3-4 persons, it features an improved pressure regulator that enhances fuel efficiency and safety with a meltable valve. Suitable for induction cooktops and dishwasher safe, this cooker supports versatile cooking styles including frying before pressure cooking. Made in India with a trusted legacy, it offers a reliable, hygienic, and eco-conscious solution for modern kitchens.

## Description

HAWKINS STAINLESS STEEL PRESS COOKER 3LT

Review: fantastic - I got this pressure cooker because pressure cooking improves food quality in seeds and grains by making the toxic proteins in these foods called lectins much easier to digest and therefor much less toxic to the digestive system. I looked at a lot of different types of pressure cookers including the electric ones. I choose this one over an electric pressure cooker because it can be used even if the power goes out. That can be an issue where I live. I like that this cooker is made by a company that has been making pressure cookers for many years, and does not ship the work away to China, but continues to make the pressure cookers it sells in it's own facilities in India as it has always done. The design of this cooker is quite unique, and it is intended by the manufacturers to last for a long time. Also, the manufacturer supplies spare parts if they are needed. This is definitely a good sign! The cooker comes with lots of instructions. It is important to follow them, pressure cookers are dangerous. I like the safety features that this one provides. I feel as though the cooker could not actually explode as some kinds can do if they run dry (they could at least, when I was a kid). There is a safety on this one that will have to be replaced if you ever get the cooker over pressure. So, it would be a big hassle if you ever did force it into action, but at least it will be safe. so, I think it is better just to read the instructions and treat this item with the respect that a pressure cooker deserves. When i was a kid we always used one, it was a big heavy aluminum item that I am sure most people my age will recall. I never though about using a pressure cooker after learning about the dangers of aluminum in your body. I didn't know anyone was making stainless steel cookers. That is one of the reasons I bought this particular model -- it is all stainless steel - so you will know that your food is not contaminated by aluminum. The only draw back of this particular model is the fact that you can not plunge it into cold water when cooking is over to bring down the pressure. This is because the base is made from 3 layers of different metal ( a thick heavy base of aluminum is sandwiched between the innermost and outermost layer of stainless steel) . Plunging the pot into cold water to hasten the pressure drop would put too much stress on the dis-similar metals and would result in damage to the base. Also, I am afraid that it would be unwise to apply too, too much heat to the cooker when bringing it up to pressure, lest this also should lead to stress on the cooker's base. So, I heat the cooker at slightly below full flame on my gas stove. It heats up very quickly anyways. so that isn't a problem. When cooking is done I let the pot sit for a few minutes, off of the cooking ring, and if I am in a hurry I let some steam out by lifting the weight with a fork. Mostly, it is not an issue. When cooking is done, usually not everything is finished in the kitchen. so, I really don't mind that you can't hurry the cooling off as much as you might if you could use cold water. It takes a little while to become familiar with the way the cooker responds to your own particular stove, so you have to pay good attention to it when first using it. And, since it is a pressure cooker, and therefor inherently dangerous, you can never leave it alone anyways (you really should not) lest it run dry - that is when things get very dangerous - but maybe not in this case with the meltable safety valve. I'm not clear on this point. But, like I said before, if you put this pressure cooker under the type of conditions that will cause the safety valve to melt, you will have to replace that part, and it will be a hassle, so that is one reason, at least to keep a good eye on your pressure cooker when it is being used. I would recommend this pressure cooker to anyone. I really like it, and have enjoyed using it immensely. Unfortunately this pot does not come with inner containers as the next size up does (8 liters?) I have the 6 liter model. However, I happen to have a small stainless pot that fits inside just right, so when I cook up a smaller amount of rice or oatmeal I put the grain in the small pot with the required water to cook it properly, place this small pot on the steaming rack that comes with the pressure cooker and then add the necessary water to provide the pressure cooker's steam to the bottom of the pot. This works perfectly and makes fabulous grains and beans and porridge. If you were cooking for more than one or two people I think I would recommend getting a larger size pot than the 6 liter size. Over all I am extremely pleased with this pressure cooker.
Review: better than aluminium - very good pressure cooker, easy to use. I have been using an alumionium version exactly the same otherwise for 30 years and hapeir with stainless now.

## Features

- Ideal for 3 or 4 Persons
- 18Cr/8Ni AISI 304 Food-grade Stainless Steel body and lid - Stays bright, does not pit or corrode, is extremely hygienic
- Extra-thick sandwich bottom - heats evenly, stays flat always, never bulges
- Safe for light and deep frying before pressure cooking
- Improved pressure regulator saves more fuel

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B002MPQH8U |
| Best Sellers Rank | #28,782 in Kitchen & Dining ( See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining ) #21 in Pressure Cookers |
| Brand | HAWKINS |
| Capacity | 3 Liters |
| Color | Silver |
| Control Method | Touch |
| Customer Reviews | 4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars (10,346) |
| Date First Available | August 18, 2009 |
| Finish Type | Stainless Steel |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00791769523304, 08901165040806 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Is Dishwasher Safe | Yes |
| Item Weight | 3.97 pounds |
| Item model number | B60 |
| Manufacturer | A&J Distributors, Inc. |
| Material | Stainless steel |
| Operation Mode | Manual |
| Product Dimensions | 21"D x 14.17"W x 3.54"H |
| Special Feature | Dishwasher Safe |
| UPC | 882364774335 791769523304 |
| Voltage | 1 Volts |
| Wattage | 3.00 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** HAWKINS
- **Capacity:** 3 Liters
- **Color:** Silver
- **Control Method:** Touch
- **Finish Type:** Stainless Steel
- **Item Weight:** 1800 Grams
- **Material:** Stainless steel
- **Product Dimensions:** 21"D x 14.17"W x 3.54"H
- **Special Feature:** Dishwasher Safe
- **Wattage:** 3.00

## Images

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## Available Options

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

## Questions & Answers

**Q: I'm looking for this pressure cooker and now I've narrowed down my search between this Hawkings and the T-fal P2510737. Which one is the best?**
A: The Hawkins is the best, by far. It is cheaper and easier to maintain because all parts are available for it. You could build a new one from scratch if you wanted to. The closure is much gentler on the gasket, so the gasket lasts longer. The gasket is a simple rubber ring that costs less than $5 to replace. The gasket is protected from the pressure cooker's contents by a lip around the lid. If you were desperate, you could probably substitute a greased-up leather shoelace for the gasket, because the design is so simple (although that would probably be dangerous to do in reality). Most modern pressure cookers are very safe, but their closure and locking mechanism is complicated and relatively fragile. Pressure cookers that were dropped hard on the floor have resulted in fatalities. The Hawkins design makes it physically impossible for the lid to come out of the pressure cooker, even if it is damaged.The Hawkins safety features are very reliable, and they will continue to function even if the pressure cooker is damaged. For example, the emergency pressure release valve will open by physically melting if it gets too hot, or it will blow out mechanically if the pressure is too high. Although the safety valve must be replaced if that happens, its design is so simple that you can trust it to always work, a bonus is that they are so cheap you can buy several to keep around in case they are needed.The Hawkins design has been in continuous production since the 1950's, so you never have to worry about the availability of parts. Other companies change models every year, so you are forced to buy a new pressure cooker when it needs minor maintenance. For the safety, reliability, maintainability, and low total cost of ownership, the Hawkins beats every other pressure cooker ever made. There are few that come close to the Hawkins, but none of them were able to surpass the Hawkins, and most of them have been discontinued anyway. The Hawkins always wins on nearly every point.

**Q: Is the grid included? Or will I have to buy separately?**
A: It's included.

**Q: will it work on an Induction cook top?**
A: Hawkins makes the Hevibase Pressure Cooker specifically for induction cook tops

**Q: is the lid solid enough?looks like lot of metal is replaced by plastic here as compared to classic model?**
A: The lid is metallic like the old pressure cooker not plastic.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ fantastic
*by S***. on April 4, 2019*

I got this pressure cooker because pressure cooking improves food quality in seeds and grains by making the toxic proteins in these foods called lectins much easier to digest and therefor much less toxic to the digestive system. I looked at a lot of different types of pressure cookers including the electric ones. I choose this one over an electric pressure cooker because it can be used even if the power goes out. That can be an issue where I live. I like that this cooker is made by a company that has been making pressure cookers for many years, and does not ship the work away to China, but continues to make the pressure cookers it sells in it's own facilities in India as it has always done. The design of this cooker is quite unique, and it is intended by the manufacturers to last for a long time. Also, the manufacturer supplies spare parts if they are needed. This is definitely a good sign! The cooker comes with lots of instructions. It is important to follow them, pressure cookers are dangerous. I like the safety features that this one provides. I feel as though the cooker could not actually explode as some kinds can do if they run dry (they could at least, when I was a kid). There is a safety on this one that will have to be replaced if you ever get the cooker over pressure. So, it would be a big hassle if you ever did force it into action, but at least it will be safe. so, I think it is better just to read the instructions and treat this item with the respect that a pressure cooker deserves. When i was a kid we always used one, it was a big heavy aluminum item that I am sure most people my age will recall. I never though about using a pressure cooker after learning about the dangers of aluminum in your body. I didn't know anyone was making stainless steel cookers. That is one of the reasons I bought this particular model -- it is all stainless steel - so you will know that your food is not contaminated by aluminum. The only draw back of this particular model is the fact that you can not plunge it into cold water when cooking is over to bring down the pressure. This is because the base is made from 3 layers of different metal ( a thick heavy base of aluminum is sandwiched between the innermost and outermost layer of stainless steel) . Plunging the pot into cold water to hasten the pressure drop would put too much stress on the dis-similar metals and would result in damage to the base. Also, I am afraid that it would be unwise to apply too, too much heat to the cooker when bringing it up to pressure, lest this also should lead to stress on the cooker's base. So, I heat the cooker at slightly below full flame on my gas stove. It heats up very quickly anyways. so that isn't a problem. When cooking is done I let the pot sit for a few minutes, off of the cooking ring, and if I am in a hurry I let some steam out by lifting the weight with a fork. Mostly, it is not an issue. When cooking is done, usually not everything is finished in the kitchen. so, I really don't mind that you can't hurry the cooling off as much as you might if you could use cold water. It takes a little while to become familiar with the way the cooker responds to your own particular stove, so you have to pay good attention to it when first using it. And, since it is a pressure cooker, and therefor inherently dangerous, you can never leave it alone anyways (you really should not) lest it run dry - that is when things get very dangerous - but maybe not in this case with the meltable safety valve. I'm not clear on this point. But, like I said before, if you put this pressure cooker under the type of conditions that will cause the safety valve to melt, you will have to replace that part, and it will be a hassle, so that is one reason, at least to keep a good eye on your pressure cooker when it is being used. I would recommend this pressure cooker to anyone. I really like it, and have enjoyed using it immensely. Unfortunately this pot does not come with inner containers as the next size up does (8 liters?) I have the 6 liter model. However, I happen to have a small stainless pot that fits inside just right, so when I cook up a smaller amount of rice or oatmeal I put the grain in the small pot with the required water to cook it properly, place this small pot on the steaming rack that comes with the pressure cooker and then add the necessary water to provide the pressure cooker's steam to the bottom of the pot. This works perfectly and makes fabulous grains and beans and porridge. If you were cooking for more than one or two people I think I would recommend getting a larger size pot than the 6 liter size. Over all I am extremely pleased with this pressure cooker.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ better than aluminium
*by R***N on January 18, 2026*

very good pressure cooker, easy to use. I have been using an alumionium version exactly the same otherwise for 30 years and hapeir with stainless now.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Cooker but get parts.
*by C***Y on April 15, 2012*

This is a good pressure cooker. Stainless steel, good design, beautiful cook book and attention to parts. I've been using pressure cookers for 30 years. It started with Macrobiotics and oooking rice and soy bean. You need a pressure cooker for that. It is efficient. You can cook a whole chicken in 50 min. A bachelors delight. It is the best way to cook fish. Ok I like this cooing process. This is a modern way of cooking but it comes with the price of replacing parts as needed: escape valves, gaskets, pressure caps, etc. It is not just a pot with a lid. If the company goes out of business your cooker is just a boat anchor if you cant get needed parts. The book that comes with this cooker lists the parts for the various model sizes. I bought a 8 liter and a 5 liter. the two use different gaskets and other parts. I was looking at buying a 3 liter but it uses different parts yet. I don't know if I want to have 10 years of parts for each of the 3 models. i'm thinking about it. but do think in terms of getting a supply of parts. Maybe 5-10 gaskets, replacement handles, and escape valves. The lids on both of my models are different. there is some efficiency in being able to interchange lids. I'd get a 4 liter first and look at the parts that all the different sizes use. Aeternum stopped making the best oooker in the world. Emal cookers are gone. ZEB i can't find. I have parts for all. but this is a new vibrant company, for me, that I will cheer for. if you buy one it wont last for ever. if you buy more than one they will last longer. There are many sizes that are appropriate for different purposes. Bigger meals, individual fast cooks, etc. Maybe you will want to get more than one. 1 more thing. What do the parts cost. Some cookers are inexpensive to maintain, such as the Aeternum and this oooker. others are very high. if the common parts you need are complicated and frequently dont work you'll stop using cooker. the parts for this oooker are relatively cheap. but this is a market that changes rapidly so stock up a little on parts.

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