Woks

While we think carbon steel is the best overall material for a wok, carbon steel woks do require seasoning before use. Here's how to to do it.

How to Cook with a Wok

A great wok can be an invaluable tool in your kitchen, so we asked an expert how to pick the perfect one and put their insights to the test. These are the best woks according to our hands-on testing, including nonstick, cast iron, and carbon steel woks.

What is the best wok to buy? It's a personal decision depending upon the type of stove you have, what type of cooking you do and of personal preference

This chicken lo mein recipe is surprisingly easy to make at home, and it actually tastes a lot better than what you can get at most takeout restaurants.

Vegan yaki udon is a simple plant-based dinner that's quick to make and satisfying to eat. It features thick udon noodles and an array of vegetables coated in an aromatic sauce.

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Interested in learning the basics of cooking with a wok? We go through selection, seasoning as well as stir frying, steaming, and deep frying techniques.

This collection of quick Wok Recipes includes plenty of stir fry dishes that all make great easy weeknight dinners. We love this basic chicken dish:

Everything you need to know about cooking with a wok - what type of wok to buy, what order to cook ingredients in, and how to season a wok.