Beyond being the best choice for a stir-fry, a wok is also the ideal vessel for deep-frying, steaming, and indoor smoking. But not all are created equal.
But, as with most things, not all woks are created equal. They come in a dizzying array of sizes, shapes, metals, and handle arrangements. Here's what you need to know.Stainless steel woks are a waste of money. Not only are they extremely heavy and difficult to maneuver, they also take a long time to heat up and cool down—a fatal flaw for something that requires rapid, on-the-fly heat adjustments, like a stir-fry. Food, particularly protein, has a tendency to stick to steel.
Carbon steel is your best bet. It heats quickly and evenly; it's highly responsive to burner input; it's durable and inexpensive; and, when properly cared for, it will end up with a practically nonstick surface. Look for carbon steel woks that are at least 14-gauge—about two millimeters thick—which won't bend when you press on the sides.
Stamped woks are made by cutting out a circular piece of thin carbon steel and machine-pressing it into a mold. They are extremely cheap but completely smooth, which makes it difficult to stir-fry in them properly. They are, without fail, made from low-gauge steel and prone to developing hot and cold spots as well as feeling flimsy.
South Africa Latest News, South Africa Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
28 Slightly Embarrassing Products You'll Probably Be Glad You Can Buy OnlineBecause nobody needs to know you stock up on anti-diarrheal medication. They just don't.
Read more »
O.J. Simpson dons face mask to panic buy 60 toilet rolls amid coronavirus fearsThe US death toll from coronavirus rose to 17 on Friday
Read more »
31 Beauty Products From Walmart You Might Want To Buy Two Of — They’re That GreatYou better make room on your vanity.
Read more »
Grab This Best Buy Offer For A Killer Deal On A Sony 4K TVFinding the right 4K TV isn’t always simple. Best Buy has a great offer right now—check it out here: ForbesFinds
Read more »
Demi Lovato's 'I Love Me' Is Music to Buy Tampons to, and Also GreatHonestly? Yeah: Demi Lovato, “I Love Me” - I haven’t loved a Demi Lovato song since “Cool for The Summer” in 2015, but “I Love Me” is a keeper. I really shouldn’t like this song, because in almost every way it comes across as a formulaic self-love power anthem that I’ll hear in an almond commercial in a month and non-stop at CVS while buying tampons in about a year. That’s not really my thing. But it kept finding ways to surprise me, and I’m delighted! The chorus could have been maintained its run of the mill power chords throughout, but the abrupt switch up to Lovato’s sardonic isolated vocals are such a nice touch. And, hey, the music video is kind of cute. Yeah, it’s a little... corny, but I’m happy Lovato seems to be doing well, and I’m curious to see what else she has in store for us. —Ashley Reese
Read more »
27 Things on Sale You’ll Actually Want to Buy: From Mansur Gavriel to MadewellThe best of the Internet’s sales bins this week, including a heavily discounted sports bra, an always-in-style Lacoste polo, a 60% off Mansur Gavriel tote, and the perfect gift for the Yoshi fanatic
Read more »