KITCHENCRAFT PURE ORIENTAL PLAIN STEEL WOK, 30CM IN SOUTH AFRICA

Even heat distribution, and a wide cooking area are just some of the excellent reasons to use a wok. This wok, made from traditional carbon steel, is big and solid enough to go on and on. Deep sloped sides made from carbon steel allow for a wide spread of food over the surface area, ensuring that food cooks quickly and evenly, while the flat base makes it suitable for use on most stovetops (glass, gas, and conventional). A strong, riveted handle with comfortable grip makes tossing and stirring the food simpler, while the handy hook in the end makes for neat storage. For induction hob use, it is advised against using a high heat power setting due to rapid rate of heat transfer when cooking.   Video Play Video Specifications Diameter: 30cm (12") Material: high quality carbon steel Features Heat source: Gas, Electric, Ceramic Glass Care Instructions How to season your carbon steel wok Before you start using your new wok, wash it in warm water (do not use an abrasive cleaner on the inside!) Place it on the cooker over a medium to high heat for a few minutes and wait for all the moisture to evaporate Once the pan is completely dry, add a couple of teaspoons of oil, and swirl it all around the wok (including the sides) to coat evenly Once the oil begins to smoke, remove from the heat and allow to cool Using a piece of kitchen paper wipe away the excess oil. This should be done at least twice before you begin cooking with it as this will ensure even heat distribution during stir-frying, and will help to lock in flavours The wok is now ready to use How to care for your wok After each use clean with hot water only, allow to thoroughly dry and wipe the interior with oil to prevent rust and to build a protective non-stick patina It is common for the natural material to darken over time — this will have no impact on its usage Don't leave the wok to soak in water Gentle use of a non-abrasive scouring pad is allowed Always ensure that the size of the flame on the gas stove is properly controlled and does not flare up the side of the cookware and overheat the handle Never leave an empty wok or one that has boiled dry on a hot element or burner If left to boil dry, make sure you turn off the heat source immediately and do not touch the pan until it has completely cooled Warranty Info There is a ten-year guarantee on this product.