Palayok is the traditional Filipino clay cooking pot, used for slow-cooking rice, stews, and dishes like sinaing na tulingan over low, even heat. Though largely replaced by modern cookware in daily use, it remains prized for the distinct earthy flavor it imparts to slow-cooked dishes.
Palayok
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