One of South India's most popular dishes is Paniyaram. Not too many people make it at home because of the special pan needed, but now we make this great Soapstone Paniyaram Maker so you too can make these delicacies at home. Before Indian Soapstone Pots and Pans can be used for cooking the first time; it should be cured. The curing process not only seals the pores of the stone, but it also further hardens the soapstone and makes it last longer. It also makes the pan more resistant to sticking. Since it the color becomes more intense and a darker shade of grey, some people feel they are even more beautiful after the curing process.