👉 In cooking, a "black pot" is a type of pan or skillet used for cooking meat, fish, vegetables, and other dishes. It typically has a deep, narrow base that is filled with water to cover the meat. The name "black pot" comes from the fact that it is often used in black-and-white restaurants where the menu includes a variety of meat dishes, such as beef and pork. The term "black pot" was originally associated with the dish called "black pudding,"