{"product_id":"korkmaz-pressure-cooker-smart-lock-7-4-qt","title":"Korkmaz Pressure Cooker Smart Lock 7.4 Qt — Stainless Steel","description":"\u003ch2\u003ekorkmaz pressure cooker with smart lock system — 7.4 qt stainless steel\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe smart lock system on this Korkmaz pressure cooker addresses the main concern most people have about pressure cooking: safety. The lock engages automatically when pressure builds and releases only when it is safe to open — no guesswork, no forcing the lid before the pressure has dropped. At 7.4 qt, the capacity covers a large family meal or a batch-cooking session without needing to cook in multiple rounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePressure cooking is one of the most effective methods for the legume-heavy cooking of Turkish and Middle Eastern cuisine — kuru fasulye, mercimek, nohut — where dried beans that would otherwise take two hours are ready in under thirty minutes. The Korkmaz quality standard means this cooker will perform consistently for years of regular use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor the smaller Turbo pressure cooker, see our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/kitchen-essentials\"\u003eKorkmaz Turbo pressure cooker\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCapacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.4 qt\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smart lock system · multiple settings\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Korkmaz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCurated by Rootsware · Crafted in Turkey\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy We Selected This Piece\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Rootsware, we carry kitchen essentials from Turkish manufacturers — primarily Korkmaz — because Turkish households have the same daily cooking demands as diaspora households in America: large family meals, pressure-cooked legumes, stovetop baking, and the kind of sustained daily use that cheaper cookware cannot handle. We selected these because they are what Turkish families actually use, not what looks good in a catalog.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCare \u0026amp; Cleaning\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHand-wash preferred for all pieces — extends the life of nonstick coatings and polished finishes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFor stainless steel: if food sticks, soak in warm soapy water for 10 minutes before scrubbing. Avoid steel wool — use a soft brush or sponge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFor granite and nonstick coated pieces: never use metal utensils or abrasive scrubbers. Use wood, silicone, or plastic tools only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFor pressure cookers: clean the gasket and valve after every use. Inspect the gasket monthly — replace if it shows cracks or deformation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDry thoroughly before stacking or storing to prevent moisture buildup between pieces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Korkmaz cookware induction compatible?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nMost stainless steel Korkmaz pieces are induction compatible. Aluminum and granite-coated pieces are generally not. Check the product specifications — induction compatibility is listed under specifications for each item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the nonstick coating safe?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nGranite-coated and PFOA-free nonstick cookware in this collection meets current food safety standards. The coating does not contain PFOA or heavy metals. Avoid overheating empty nonstick pans and replace if the coating chips or peels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I put these in the dishwasher?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nStainless steel pieces can generally go in the dishwasher, but hand-washing is recommended to preserve the finish. Nonstick and granite-coated pieces should always be hand-washed — dishwasher detergents degrade coatings over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes Korkmaz different from other cookware brands?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nKorkmaz is a Turkish manufacturer with decades of production for the domestic Turkish market — a market that demands heavy daily use, large family cooking, and long product life. The quality standard is calibrated for that use case, which maps directly onto diaspora household cooking needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the cookware oven safe?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nStainless steel pieces without plastic or silicone handles are oven safe. Pieces with plastic handles or non-metal lids should not go in the oven above 350°F. Check the specific product description for oven-safe temperature ratings.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rootsware","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":51916614697258,"sku":"A174","price":149.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Pink","offer_id":51916614730026,"sku":"A174-01","price":149.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Navy Blue","offer_id":51916614762794,"sku":"A174-02","price":149.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/6360\/1194\/files\/pressure-1.webp?v=1782267380","url":"https:\/\/rootsware.com\/products\/korkmaz-pressure-cooker-smart-lock-7-4-qt","provider":"Rootsware","version":"1.0","type":"link"}