Can ya recommend a WOK?

[Timber II]

I’m getting ready to grill some chicken and the wife is gonna stirfry some veggies inside but like always, the pan is too small.

We need a Wok. There’s a million out there. Who has one they love?
Thanks

 

[voyager 663rd]

Go to a Chinese market/mall . Carbon steel is top of the line-excellent heat distribution for about $60 max.

Also get a spatula made to use in a wok==>it's got a rounded front edge as opposed to flat.

Flat bottom works best IMO as if it's round, you pretty well either need a gas stove (ie for the grates) or a frame to support it.

 

[philpom]

I have one of these, they are great. I use it on the kettle but it is a round bottom.

https://ceramicgrillstore.com/products/16-inch-cantonese-wok?_pos=1&_sid=ee838279b&_ss=r

 

[clifish]

I have this, once seasoned it is great.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09GRXQGRN/ref=ppx_od_dt_b_asin_title_s04?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0BMLS6W6T/ref=ppx_od_dt_b_asin_title_s04?ie=UTF8&psc=1

 

[JIMSMOKES]

I have one of these, they are great. I use it on the kettle but it is a round bottom.

https://ceramicgrillstore.com/products/16-inch-cantonese-wok?_pos=1&_sid=ee838279b&_ss=r

Does that fit on the grate over the vortex? 22"

 

[Fueling Around]

Got a flat bottom wok at Home something store. Took a good dose of brake cleaner to clear the cosmoline. 3 rounds of seasoning in the gas grill. We use it on the induction counter top

 

[philpom]

Does that fit on the grate over the vortex? 22"

I don't know anything about the vortex but I have this grate on my 22" kettle. It fits perfectly.

I can vouch for CGS, the brick and mortar store is here in town and Tom lives 300 yards from me. Great business and great guy. I have total faith in what he sells.

 

[JIMSMOKES]

Yep! That's the grate I have.
Ever thought about dumpin the ash?

 

[BrianGSDTexoma]

I have this, once seasoned it is great.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09GRXQGRN/ref=ppx_od_dt_b_asin_title_s04?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0BMLS6W6T/ref=ppx_od_dt_b_asin_title_s04?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I have one like that. Works great on electric stove.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0001VQIP4?ref_=ppx_hzsearch_conn_dt_b_fed_asin_title_1&th=1

 

[Timber II]

Thank ya for the replies- I like that flat bottom one cause it’s gonna be for quick veggie sides on the electric stove.

 

[chopsaw]

Thank ya for the replies- I like that flat bottom one cause it’s gonna be for quick veggie sides on the electric stove.

If using on electric you need the flat bottom . I have an expensive one from years ago , that's round bottom with a ring to adapt to using on a stove . Scorches the ceramic top big time .
Just mentioning the ring incase you come across one like that .

I haven't used them , but bought my Son a 10" Hexclad and a 12" hexclad for my Daughter .
He likes his 10" , but it's on the small side for some things .

 

[LoydB]

Woks and Wok Sets – The Wok Shop

I got a wok grate for my gas stove so use a round bottom one, but they have flats as well. Great quality.

 

[LanceR]

I have one like that. Works great on electric stove.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0001VQIP4?ref_=ppx_hzsearch_conn_dt_b_fed_asin_title_1&th=1

We have a pair of these same Joyce Chen carbon steel woks in 14" size; one has the lid. We use them often for stir fries, steaming in bamboo steamer baskets, deep and shallow frying etc. They are highly rated by America's Test Kitchen if that kind of thing matters to you.

Our kitchen range has a truly high powered large diameter burner that is great for stir frying. When camping, I use a Camp Chef Everest propane stove that has a pair of 20K BTU burners that are plenty hot enough for fast stir frying.

We also have an older Joyce Chen non-stick wok I bought before I knew better. It's very hard to brown anything in it. It has sat on a basement shelf for years. I should get rid of it. Or maybe make it the dedicated steaming wok so I won't be concerned for the seasoning in the carbon steel woks.

Taylor & Ng make what is likely the only pre-seasoned carbon steel wok and it's very, very good but is rarely in stock.

 

[JC in GB]

Just saw this post. Hope I am not too late to the party. This is the wok I have.

I use this wok mainly for cooking Indian cuisine and it works great.

Premium Carbon Steel Wok for Exceptional Cooking | Misen

Discover the versatility and superior performance of our Carbon Steel Wok. Perfect for stir-fries, steaming, sauteing, and more. Upgrade your cooking today | Misen

misen.com

I also have a cast iron wok. Great for deep frying as it holds temp really well but kind of heavy and clumsy for other stuff.

Chef Collection 12.5 Inch Wok

This chef-inspired wok is designed with sloped, spatula-friendly sidewalls and supportive handles to help you stir-fry, steam, and simmer like a pro. The naturally seasoned cast iron cooking surface brings great heat retention for perfectly seared meats and veggies. It’s time to perfect your...

www.lodgecastiron.com

My $0.02

JC

 

[Timber II]

Well I just got back from the restaurant supply house in town……it’s a round bottom w the ring but my stove is pretty old and beat up anyway…..

 

[chopsaw]

…it’s a round bottom w the ring but my stove is pretty old and beat up anyway…..

Maybe you won't have an issue . Be fine on gas , but my experience with glass top electric is the reflective heat scorched the surface really bad . I had to max out the burner to heat the wok because of the distance . Flame no issue .
Hope it works out , just thought I would mention it .

 

[philpom]

Well I just got back from the restaurant supply house in town……it’s a round bottom w the ring but my stove is pretty old and beat up anyway…..View attachment 720359

I'm pretty sure those rings are meant as a counter stand for round bottom woks. Might work on gad but I'd be afraid of damage on a ceramic top.

 

[Timber II]

Ya now I’m starting to rethink it……I could return it easy enough….

Appreciate you boys advice….im gonna find a flat bottom …..first time I ever said that I think lol

 

[Steve H]

I was going to mention the Lodge CI wok. Love mine.

 

[civilsmoker]

If using on electric you need the flat bottom . I have an expensive one from years ago , that's round bottom with a ring to adapt to using on a stove . Scorches the ceramic top big time .
Just mentioning the ring incase you come across one like that .

I haven't used them , but bought my Son a 10" Hexclad and a 12" hexclad for my Daughter .
He likes his 10" , but it's on the small side for some things .

The Hexclad wok owns our kitched....I think we went through half a dozen prior......