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product_id: 269340439
title: "IMUSA, GAU-80508,Large Cast Aluminum Caldero Dutch Oven 17.5 inches/44cm, 17.9Qt, 20 Grey - GAU-80508"
brand: "imusa"
price: "379069CFA"
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reviews_count: 5
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# 17.9 Qt capacity Durable cast aluminum Even heat distribution IMUSA, GAU-80508,Large Cast Aluminum Caldero Dutch Oven 17.5 inches/44cm, 17.9Qt, 20 Grey - GAU-80508

**Brand:** imusa
**Price:** 379069CFA
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🍳 Elevate your kitchen game with the ultimate large-capacity caldero!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** IMUSA, GAU-80508,Large Cast Aluminum Caldero Dutch Oven 17.5 inches/44cm, 17.9Qt, 20 Grey - GAU-80508 by imusa
- **How much does it cost?** 379069CFA with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sn](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/269340439-imusa-gau-80508-large-cast-aluminum-caldero-dutch-oven-17)

## 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

- • **Oven-Safe & Easy-Grip:** Take it from stovetop to oven with confidence, thanks to sturdy handles and a steam-vented lid.
- • **Cast Aluminum Durability:** Built to last and season over time, enhancing flavors with every meal.
- • **Massive 17.9 Qt Capacity:** Cook for the whole crew or your next big gathering without breaking a sweat.
- • **Superior Heat Distribution:** Ensures every bite is perfectly cooked—no hot spots, just consistent results.
- • **Versatile Culinary Powerhouse:** From rice to stews, this caldero adapts seamlessly to your favorite recipes.

## Overview

The IMUSA GAU-80508 Large Cast Aluminum Caldero is a 17.9-quart powerhouse designed for serious home chefs and entertainers. Crafted from durable cast aluminum, it offers even heat distribution and a traditional rounded design ideal for cooking large batches of rice, stews, beans, and more. Oven-safe and equipped with easy-grip handles and a steam-vented lid, this versatile cookware is a must-have for anyone looking to bring authentic Hispanic culinary traditions to life with ease and style.

## 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.

Review: Awesome pot. Makes cooking in large quantities a breeze. I’ve recommended it to lots of friends and family. I have the 7.5qt as well. Buy it!
Review: 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.

## 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 |
| Brand | Imusa |
| Capacity | 17.9 Quarts |
| Colour | Grey |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| Finish Type | Aluminum |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00094046805682 |
| Is Dishwasher Safe | No |
| Is Oven Safe | Yes |
| Item Weight | 3 kg 670 g |
| Item model number | GAU-80508W |
| Lid Material | Aluminum |
| Manufacturer | Imusa USA |
| Material | Aluminum |
| Net Quantity | 1.0 Count |
| Product Care Instructions | Stove Safe |
| Product Dimensions | 51.1W x 22.6H Centimeters |
| Shape | Round |
| UPC | 094046805682 |
| With Lid | Yes |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Imusa
- **Capacity:** 17.9 Quarts
- **Colour:** Grey
- **Finish Type:** Aluminum
- **Is Oven Safe:** Yes
- **Item Weight:** 3.67 kg
- **Material:** Aluminum
- **Product Care Instructions:** Stove Safe
- **Shape:** Round
- **With Lid:** Yes

## Images

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## 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

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by F***U on 2 January 2025*

Awesome pot. Makes cooking in large quantities a breeze. I’ve recommended it to lots of friends and family. I have the 7.5qt as well. Buy it!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by K***A on 11 January 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.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by H***Z on 19 January 2026*

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

## Frequently Bought Together

- IMUSA GAU-80508 Jumbo Traditional Natural Caldero for Cooking and Serving, 18 Quart, Silver
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*Last updated: 2026-02-02*