Mexican Cook's Tools

Comales, Tamale Steamers, and Cook's Tools

Shop cook's tools at MexMax and stock the comales, steamers, and pots used in Mexican and Latin kitchens. Our Cook's Tools collection includes Imusa comales and tamale steamers, aluminum calderos, stock pots, Dutch ovens, woks, griddles, and fry pans, along with Cinsa enamel cookware and Champs ceramic pans. For clay pots, cazuelas, and jarros, browse our traditional Mexican cookware collection. Each product page lists the size, material, and price so grocery stores, restaurants, and other businesses can compare options quickly.

Comales for Tortillas, Tacos, and Searing

A comal is the flat griddle at the center of Mexican cooking, used to heat tortillas, toast chiles, and sear meat for tacos. Choose Imusa round carbon steel comales in 9", 11", and 13.5" sizes, an oval 17" comal, and a Victoria cast iron round comal skillet. For high-volume cooking, Imusa comal bola (convex) and comal pozo (concave) stainless steel models come in sizes up to 22", and a 21" x 21" stainless steel plancha suits taquerias and food trucks. See more options in our comales collection.

Tamale Steamer Pots and Steamer Sets

Tamale season keeps steamer pots in high demand. Imusa aluminum steamer sets come in 3, 4, and 5-pot combinations from 8 to 52 quarts, so stores can offer every size in one purchase. Cinsa turquoise steamer pots are available in 15 and 34 quart sizes, and an Imusa stainless steel steamer pot with tray and glass lid suits smaller batches of tamales, vegetables, and seafood.

Calderos, Stock Pots, and Dutch Ovens

Imusa aluminum calderos are a favorite for rice and beans and stews in Latin kitchens and come in 3.7 and 7.5 quart sizes. Stock pots include Imusa blue enamel pots from 4 to 12 quarts, an Imusa aluminum 4-pot set, and a Cinsa turquoise stock pot with lid. Dutch ovens range from 2 to 18 quarts in heavy-duty aluminum, stainless steel, and speckled ceramic finishes with glass lids.

Fry Pans, Woks, Griddles, and Sauce Pans

Everyday cooking is covered with Imusa and Champs speckled ceramic fry pans from 7" to 12", Imusa stainless steel fry pans, and a Cinsa turquoise fry pan. Imusa carbon steel woks, a carbon steel paella pan, square and round griddles, sauce pans, and an Imusa electric rice cooker round out the range.

Cinsa Enamel Cookware

Cinsa's turquoise enamel cookware is a classic in Mexican homes. The collection includes Cinsa convex kettles in 8 and 10 quarts, sauce pans, a food warmer, cups, steamer pots, and stock pots, all in the brand's familiar turquoise finish.

Stocking Comales and Steamers for Your Business

Grocery stores and Hispanic markets can carry comales, calderos, and steamer pots as household staples that shoppers recognize by brand, with demand for tamale steamers peaking before the holidays. Restaurants, taquerias, and caterers can choose large comales, planchas, stock pots, and steamer sets for high-volume kitchens. For more traditional tools, browse our molcajetes, comales, and traditional cookware and tortilla presses and grinders.

Why Buy Cook's Tools From MexMax

• Trusted brands: Imusa, Cinsa, Champs, and Victoria cookware in one collection.
• Wide selection: 80+ comales, steamers, pots, and pans in sizes for home and commercial kitchens.
• One cart: order cookware together with groceries, candy, snacks, drinks, and household items.
• Based in California: MexMax is located in Commerce, California.

FAQs

What cook's tools does MexMax carry?

The collection includes comales, tamale steamer pots and sets, calderos, stock pots, Dutch ovens, fry pans, woks, griddles, sauce pans, kettles, and a rice cooker from Imusa, Cinsa, Champs, and Victoria.

What is a comal used for?

A comal is a flat griddle used to warm tortillas, toast chiles and spices, and sear meat and vegetables. MexMax carries carbon steel, cast iron, and stainless steel comales.

Which comal is best for tortillas?

A round carbon steel or cast iron comal works well for home kitchens, while large stainless steel comal bola and comal pozo models suit restaurants and taquerias.

What size tamale steamer pot should I buy?

For a family batch, 16 to 20 quarts is common. For large batches, events, or restaurants, choose 32 quarts or more. Imusa steamer sets include several sizes in one purchase.

What is a caldero?

A caldero is a heavy aluminum pot used in Latin cooking for rice, beans, and stews. MexMax carries Imusa calderos in 3.7 and 7.5 quart sizes.

Can businesses buy comales and steamer pots in bulk from MexMax?

Yes. Grocery stores, Hispanic markets, restaurants, and caterers can order comales, steamers, and pots online. Pack quantities are listed on each product page.

Does MexMax sell Imusa cookware?

Yes. Imusa comales, steamer sets, calderos, stock pots, Dutch ovens, woks, and fry pans are available in this collection.

How do I order cookware from MexMax?

Browse the Cook's Tools collection, choose the products and quantities you need, add them to your cart, and check out online.