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Siru (Earthenware Steamer)

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AS WITH THE ABOVE DOLSOT and onggi, the siru is also a product of the earth, made with glazed and unglazed clay.  It is a steamer for rice cakes and rice flour dishes, such as tteok (see Chapter 8).  Historically, the siru was also used in ritual preparations of dishes for different celebrations.