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What are the best brands to buy stainless steel woks?
There is no best known brand of stainless steel wok. The only factor in buying a good wok is that it should be a carbon steel wok that will conduct the heat evenly.
How do you season a wok?
If you have an electric wok or a non-stick wok, you do not season it.If you have a traditional carbon steel wok or cast iron wok, then you need to season it.The best way to season a carbon steel wok or a cast iron wok is to use the so-called 'salt seasoning method'. It is discussed in detail (along with other ways to season or re-season a wok) at:http://wok.cooking.foodlywise.com/wok_cooking_equipment_wok_care/wok_care_how_to_care_for_a_wok/wok_care_seasoning_a_wok_how_to_season_a_wok/If you do not season a new carbon steel or cast iron wok food will stick to it and you won't be able to cook in it.
What is the difference between cast iron wok and carbon steel wok?
The difference between cast iron and carbon is steel is the percentage of carbon which is present in the alloy. For cast iron this is between 2.5%-6.67% and for steel this is generally lower than 1.9%. Due to these properties the cast iron wok generally spreads the heat more equally and maintains this temperature much easier than the carbon steel wok. Because of this, it takes a bit longer to heat up. The carbon steel wok heats up very fast and is preferably used when a dish does not need to cook very long.
Why do professional chefs prefer to do their cooking in a plain carbon steel wok?
A carbon steel wok, once it is seasoned, requires very little maintenance. A quick swish in hot soapy water is all that is required to clean it. Stainless steel woks never acquire this "seasoning" and so tend to stick when cooking.
What is the best kind of wok if you have a gas stove?
Go to an ethnic grocery store in your area. Buy a burner grid to fit a wok. Then buy a wok. You will get the best prices at these stores.
What is best Wok to buy?
Japanese of course.
What is the largest Calphalon wok available?
The largest Calphalon wok currently available on the market is Calphalon Unison Sear Nonstick Wok, and its diameter is 13 inches. The best place to buy this wok pan is on Calphalon's own official webstore.
Does a teflon wok need to be seasoned?
No. Teflon takes the place of the seasoning process for steel or iron woks.
Is a steel wok better than a teflon covered one?
yes, steel will give you a better taste, allows things to brown faster, wont Smoke at high heat, teflon will come off after a while, and will scratch easly
Why do professional chefs avoid stainless woks and use carbon steel ones instead?
The carbon steel cooking components are better performers under high heat, and result in less items sticking. Stainless steel cookware, while it will not rust or stain as per the name, radiates heat more direct through the material. A professional chef using a wok correctly, generally uses very high heat, and is looking to reduce foods rather than burn them.
What is wok used for?
A wok is most commonly used for stir frying.
Where can I purchase a quality stainless steel wok in Spokane, Washington?
The best place to purchase a quality stainless steel wok anywhere is online at sites like www.amazon.com. You dont have to pay sales tax on amazon, and they frequently have ship for free deals. Other online sites are good as well so that you can have more of a variety.
