Getting a new cookware set is exciting, especially when it is designed to handle the everyday demands of cooking. But before you start preparing your favourite meals in your new CookEX Titan Steel 13-Piece Cookware Set, it is important to understand how to prepare and care for the cookware properly.

CookEX Titan Steel combines stainless steel construction, an aluminium core and a protected non-stick cooking surface with its Honeycomb Armor Surface Matrix. The collection is designed for a wide range of everyday cooking tasks, from preparing rice and beans to making stews, sauces, semo and large family meals.

Knowing how to use CookEX Titan Steel for the first time can help you get familiar with the cookware and establish good cooking and care habits from the beginning.

What Is Included in the CookEX Titan Steel Set?

Before using your cookware, take some time to inspect everything included in the 13-piece collection.

The set contains:

• 8-litre casserole pot with matching lid
• 6-litre casserole pot with matching lid
• 5-litre casserole pot with matching lid
• 3-litre casserole pot with matching lid
• 24cm frying pan with matching lid
• 3-piece kitchen utensil set

Each pot has a different capacity, making the collection suitable for everything from smaller everyday meals to larger batches of food.

The 8L pot, for example, can be useful when preparing food for gatherings, while the smaller pots are practical for sauces, vegetables and everyday meals.

Step 1: Remove All Packaging

Before your first cooking session, remove all packaging materials, labels and protective materials from the cookware.

Inspect each pot, lid, frying pan and utensil to make sure everything is clean and ready for use.

Pay particular attention to the handles, lids and cooking surfaces. Keep the original packaging or documentation somewhere safe if you need to refer to the product information later.

Step 2: Wash the Cookware Before First Use

The CookEX Titan Steel care guidance recommends cleaning the cookware before using it.

Wash each piece with a mild dishwashing liquid and a soft fibre sponge. This helps remove any dust or residue that may have accumulated during packaging and transportation.

Avoid using harsh steel wool or abrasive cleaning materials on the cookware.

After washing, rinse thoroughly and dry the cookware completely.

Step 3: Season the Cookware Before Cooking

One of the recommended first-use steps is light seasoning.

To season your CookEX Titan Steel cookware:

1. Make sure the cookware is clean and completely dry.
2. Add a small amount of canola or peanut oil.
3. Spread a light layer across the cooking surface.
4. Place the cookware over low heat for approximately 60 seconds.
5. Turn off the heat.
6. Allow the cookware to cool.
7. Wipe away any excess oil.

The goal is not to create a thick layer of oil. A light coating is sufficient for the recommended first-use seasoning process.

Step 4: Start With the Right Heat

One of the benefits of CookEX Titan Steel’s construction is its aluminium core, which is designed to help distribute heat through the cookware.

However, good cookware still benefits from sensible heat management.

When cooking for the first time, begin with an appropriate heat level rather than immediately using maximum heat.

For meals that require gradual cooking, such as beans, stews and sauces, moderate or low heat can help you maintain better control over the cooking process.

Remember that cooking time and heat requirements vary depending on the meal, ingredients, and quantity.

Step 5: Choose the Right Pot for Your Meal

The 13-piece collection gives you several options depending on what you are preparing.

3L Casserole Pot

The 3L pot is suitable for smaller cooking tasks such as sauces, gravies, vegetable dishes and egg stews.

5L Casserole Pot

The 5L pot provides more capacity for meals such as semo, eba, amala and other family-sized preparations.

6L Casserole Pot

The 6L pot can be useful for larger quantities of rice, beans and stews.

8L Casserole Pot

The 8L pot is designed for large-volume cooking. It can be particularly useful when preparing meals for larger families, celebrations or gatherings.

24cm Frying Pan

The frying pan is designed for tasks such as frying, sautéing and pan-searing. Its Honeycomb Armor surface is designed to help protect the non-stick cooking surface during everyday use.

Step 6: Take Advantage of the Honeycomb Armor Surface

One of the defining features of CookEX Titan Steel is its Honeycomb Armor Surface Matrix.

The cooking surface uses a raised textured pattern over the non-stick layers. According to the product information, this design helps protect the underlying non-stick coating from direct contact with utensils.

The cookware is designed to support the use of metal utensils, although using appropriate utensils and avoiding unnecessary force is still a sensible way to care for any cookware.

When cooking, allow the cookware to do the work. You do not need to aggressively scrape the surface to remove food.

Step 7: Use the Cookware on Your Available Cooktop

CookEX Titan Steel is designed for multiple cooking surfaces.

The product information lists compatibility with:

• Gas cooktops
• Electric cooktops
• Ceramic cooktops
• Induction cookers

This means you can use the collection across different kitchen setups without needing a separate cookware set for each cooktop type.

For induction cooking, make sure the cookware is positioned correctly on the cooking zone and use an appropriate heat setting.

Step 8: Keep the Lids Properly Positioned

The matching lids are an important part of the cookware collection.

Keeping a lid on the pot when appropriate can help maintain heat and moisture during cooking. This can be particularly useful when preparing foods that need to simmer.

The glass lids also allow you to monitor your food without constantly removing the lid.

Handle the lids carefully and avoid placing hot glass directly onto a cold or unstable surface.

Step 9: Clean CookEX Titan Steel Correctly

After cooking, allow the cookware to cool completely before washing it.

Do not immediately expose extremely hot cookware to cold water. Allowing it to cool first is part of the recommended care process.

For routine cleaning:

• Use mild dishwashing liquid.
• Use a soft fibre sponge.
• Rinse thoroughly.
• Dry the cookware after washing.
• Avoid harsh steel wool and abrasive cleaning materials.

Although the cookware is designed for durability, proper cleaning habits can help maintain its appearance and cooking surface.

Step 10: Store Your Cookware Carefully

Storage is another important part of cookware care.

Because the CookEX Titan Steel collection includes several casserole pots, you may want to stack them to save space.

The care guidance recommends placing felt pads or paper towels between pots when stacking. This can help reduce rim abrasion and protect the cookware during storage.

Store the lids carefully as well, rather than placing heavy cookware on top of them.

What Should You Cook First?

Your first meal does not have to be complicated.

You could start with a familiar everyday meal such as:

• Jollof rice
• White rice
• Beans
• Nigerian stew
• Vegetable sauce
• Semo
• Eba
• Amala
• Pan-seared fish

Starting with familiar meals gives you an opportunity to understand how quickly the cookware heats, how much heat your cooker requires and which pot size works best for your typical cooking quantities.

Final Thoughts

Learning how to use CookEX Titan Steel for the first time is mainly about establishing good habits from the beginning.

Wash the cookware before use, follow the recommended first-use seasoning process, start with sensible heat levels and choose the appropriate pot for the meal you are preparing.

The 13-piece collection is designed to give you different cooking capacities while its triple-layer construction, Honeycomb Armor Surface Matrix and multi-cooktop compatibility provide features designed for everyday cooking.

With proper use, cleaning and storage, you can get the most from your CookEX Titan Steel cookware from your very first meal.

Ready to start cooking with CookEX Titan Steel? Explore the 13-piece cookware collection and discover a cookware set designed for everyday African kitchens.