Carbon steel wok

sunshinenz on 04/06/2023 - 11:29

Could you please recommend a good carbon steel wok, about 28-32cm? Intended for regular use (about twice a week). Thanks.

Comments

Hophead on 04/06/2023 - 12:00

+1

I picked this up recently. Even at the full price of $50 I wouldn't hesitate to buy again.

Stevens
- sunshinenz on 04/06/2023 - 12:10
  
  Thanks. How did you season yours?
  - Hophead on 04/06/2023 - 12:21
    
    Advertised as pre-seasoned which appears to be true. I washed mine thoroughly in soapy water before seasoning on the hob using canola oil.
  - kinetic9 on 04/06/2023 - 13:52
    
    I have the same one and also recommend it.
    
    If you're cooking for a family though I prefer bigger woks now, 38cm - 40cm range.
    - sunshinenz on 04/06/2023 - 14:38
      
      How deep is the wok? I'm looking to replace my teflon wok which is 30cm wide x 10cm deep, which is a good size for us, so I hope the 30cm one is OK.
      - kinetic9 on 04/06/2023 - 16:45
        
        @sunshinenz: It’s got quite a wide flat bottom, so I think it’s not as deep. Probably between 7-8cm. Might pay to look at one in Stevens if you can.
        
        They have a 35cm one which may be deeper
        
        sunshinenz on 04/06/2023 - 19:22
        
        @kinetic9: Thanks, it's about 7-8cm deep as you say. Agreed that 35cm is more suitable for a family.
  - Avantime on 04/06/2023 - 14:07
    
    I got the exact same wok, it's preseasoned but I always wash it with dishwash soap (which washes the seasoning away), so afterwards I always add a few drops of cooking oil and wipe it around with a paper towel.