Cookware & Roasters

IMUSA USA Heavy Duty Cajun Oval Aluminum Roaster (15 in)

Name: IMUSA USA Heavy Duty Cajun Oval Aluminum Roaster (15 in)
Brand: IMUSA

The IMUSA Cajun roaster is a large oval pot made of cast aluminum, with removable steamer inserts, aluminum side handles and a knob lid. According to the listing it heats quickly and evenly and suits roasting and steaming. It measures about 17 x 11 x 10 inches and weighs just over 10 pounds, so it is a pot for feeding a crowd rather than for everyday cooking. With more than 3,600 ratings at 4.7 stars it is a well-reviewed option for holiday roasts.

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Best for: Holiday roasts · Feeding a crowd · Steaming and big-batch cooking

How it scores

Reviewed by Mara Ellison, Kitchen-Gear Editor

Ease of use3/5

Performance4/5

Durability4/5

Easy to clean3/5

Value for money3/5

Pros & cons

Large oval shape for big roasts
Removable steamer inserts included
Heats quickly and evenly per the listing
Very well reviewed (3,600+ ratings)

Over 10 pounds before any food goes in
Takes a lot of cabinet space
Too big for everyday meals

In depth

The IMUSA USA Heavy Duty Cajun Oval Aluminum Roaster (15 in) is built for repeat use rather than occasional use: it runs at a 15 in oval capacity, serving about 2-4, and ease of use lands at 3/5. Large oval shape for big roasts is what most reviewers single out. On cleanup, a quick wipe-down is usually all it needs.

Holiday roasts, Feeding a crowd, Steaming and big-batch cooking get the most out of the IMUSA USA Heavy Duty Cajun Oval Aluminum Roaster (15 in). If over 10 pounds before any food goes in is a dealbreaker for you (or takes a lot of cabinet space is), it's worth comparing against the related picks below before buying.

Compared to the Le Creuset Enameled Cast Iron Round Wide Dutch Oven (3.5 qt), the IMUSA USA Heavy Duty Cajun Oval Aluminum Roaster (15 in) matches it on value for money (3/5). If enameled cast iron holds and spreads heat matters more to you than large oval shape for big roasts, the Le Creuset Enameled Cast Iron Round Wide Dutch Oven (3.5 qt) is the one to check next.

Where it sits in Cookware & Roasters

Here is how the IMUSA USA Heavy Duty Cajun Oval Aluminum Roaster (15 in) compares with other cookware we list.

Product	Capacity
Caraway 6 Qt Non-Stick Ceramic-Coated Rondeau Pot	6 qt
IMUSA USA Heavy Duty Cajun Oval Aluminum Roaster (15 in) (this page)	15 in oval
Le Creuset Enameled Cast Iron Round Wide Dutch Oven (3.5 qt)	3.5 qt

Comparison is across the 3 cookware in the Kantan Prep catalog, not the whole market. Check current prices on Amazon.

Full specifications

Capacity	15 in oval
Material	Cast aluminum
Dimensions (in)	17 x 11 x 10
Weight (lbs)	10.18
Color	Silver
Functions	Roast, Steam
Included	Removable steamer inserts
Footprint	Large

Common questions

Where can I check the current price of the IMUSA USA Heavy Duty Cajun Oval Aluminum Roaster (15 in)?

Prices on Amazon change often, so use the Check price on Amazon button to see the current price and any available options before you buy.

Who is the IMUSA USA Heavy Duty Cajun Oval Aluminum Roaster (15 in) best for?

Best for: Holiday roasts, Feeding a crowd, Steaming and big-batch cooking. If that profile doesn't fit, the Caraway 6 Qt Non-Stick Ceramic-Coated Rondeau Pot covers similar ground and is worth a look.

Is the IMUSA USA Heavy Duty Cajun Oval Aluminum Roaster (15 in) worth it?

At a 3/5 value-for-money score in our comparison, it's a fair option, though a couple of category alternatives score higher on value — the main tradeoff to weigh is over 10 pounds before any food goes in.