Bangja yugi is a type of yugi (metalware) made by hammering an alloy of copper and tin, boasting excellent shine and durability.
It is suitable for use as tableware due to its almost complete lack of harmful substances and excellent sterilization function. It also helps maintain food temperature, enhancing the taste.
Unlike ju-mul yugi (cast metalware) and ban-bangja (semi-hand hammered metalware), bangja yugi requires a significant amount of time and effort to produce. It is a luxurious type of yugi crafted using traditional methods.
What is Bangja Yoogi?
Yoogi is classified into three types depending on the method of making it.
'Jumool Yoogi' which is a form made by pouring molten metal into a mold, 'Bangja Yoogi' which is made by hammering it into shape,
and 'Banbangja' which is made using both casting and hammering methods.
'Bangja Yoogi' is made by hammering an alloy of 78% copper and 22% tin melted at a high temperature of 1200°C to 1600°C
and repeatedly quenching it in cold water.
It does not bend or break, has superior gloss compared to other utensils, and is non-toxic, so it is used for tableware, cutlery, dishes, etc.
Functions of Yoogi
1. It is virtually free of harmful substances.
Since Yoogi dishes are manufactured at high temperatures, it is difficult to detect any harmful substances.
Also, the copper used in making Yoogi dishes has the effect of eliminating food poisoning bacteria.
2. Excellent sterilization function.
Yoogi dishes have excellent sterilization function, so if you store vegetables or fruits in a Yoogi dish,
it will last much longer than when stored in a regular dish.
3. Maintains food temperature.
Due to the nature of the Yoogi dish material, it maintains the temperature of the food, so it keeps warm food warm and cold food cold,
maintaining the most delicious temperature of the food.