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What is a Mandarin Wok?

What is a Mandarin Wok?

Mandarin woks usually have only one long handle. This long handle is made of steel with a wooden or bamboo insert or can be without an insert. I also go over Cantonese and POW woks.

Cast Iron Wok Stands vs Wok Rings?

Cast Iron Wok Stands vs Wok Rings?

Cast iron wok rings will solidly support your round-bottomed wok or your flat-bottomed wok. Cast iron wok stands are not made for electric stovetops either ceramic/glass tops or electric coil tops.

Why Use a Wok With a Round Bottom?

Why Use a Wok With a Round Bottom?

Round-bottomed carbon steel and cast iron woks are the preferred woks that are used by professional chefs. Round-bottomed woks are made of carbon steel, cast iron or stainless steel.

The Best Wok for Asian Cooking

The Best Wok for Asian Cooking

The best wok allows you to optimally perform its multiple functions. There are many styles, sizes, materials and helper handles to choose from. Round-bottom, flat-bottom, electric, and cast iron woks are only a few to consider.

Best Wok for Deep Frying

Best Wok for Deep Frying

Deep frying in a wok is not a complicated process. Outstanding deep fried meals can be prepared if you choose the correct wok and accessories. Check out my recommendations below to get you started. Enjoy!

Advantages of a Wok

Advantages of a Wok

One of the main advantages of using the Asian-style wok for cooking is that it is considered to be a healthier alternative to cooking with the traditional frying pan.

Can I Use a Wok Ring on a Gas Range?

Can I Use a Wok Ring on a Gas Range?

This article is all about wok rings. Here are some of our favorite wok rings so you can get to cooking with your wok no matter what kind of stove you have.

Best Wok Spatulas

Best Wok Spatulas

Wok cooking typically uses a spatula. Whether sauteeing in a pan or cooking with a wok, spatulas make great tools to have on hand. See why spatulas can protect your wok.

Best Carbon Steel Woks [Top 5 Woks for Great Meals]

Best Carbon Steel Woks [Top 5 Woks for Great Meals]

Copper, stainless steel, and aluminum do make excellent woks. Despite this, Asian chefs prefer to use carbon steel. Why would they? This is partly due to the durability of the material and the effective nature of carbon’s heat conductivity.

What is the Best Bamboo Wok Brush?

What is the Best Bamboo Wok Brush?

Natural bamboo wok brush, environmental safe! These brushes are suitable for cleaning woks, pots and pans in your kitchen.

The Best Hand Hammered Wok

The Best Hand Hammered Wok

The best carbon steel woks come from China. To make the perfect mirror finish, they use 12 processes and 36,000 times of hand-hammering. These woks are made in China by 100% craftsmen with over 30 years of experience each. It's a true work of art.

What Should My Wok Patina Look Like?

What Should My Wok Patina Look Like?

Your wok will change color over time to light brown (tan) then dark brown and eventually black. These patina changes help to season your wok. It is a Good Thing!