A good wok should last you a lifetime. My favourite is a well-worn hand-me-down from my Chinese takeaway chef parents, bought ...

When recreating your favorite dish from your local Chinese or Thai restaurant, it’s essential to have a wok. These versatile kitchen tools are found in every Asian kitchen and can braise, deep fry, ...

Our Place has released a limited-edition Carbon Steel Wok in collaboration with author Kenji López-Alt. The wok features a super-nitrided carbon steel treatment, making it nonstick and ...

It's easy to take things you grew up with for granted. For me, having grown up in a Chinese takeout, that's wok hei. Since my parents closed up shop years ago, I've been searching for a way to ...

Need a pan that can deep fry, sear, braise, and steam? The wok might be the pan you're looking for. Allie has been Lifehacker’s Food Writer since 2021. She earned her bachelor’s degree at Ithaca ...

Which cast-iron wok is best? It’s possible to cook delicious Chinese cuisine in the comfort of your own home, but to do so, you need the proper tools. This starts with a healthy dose of curiosity ...

The Lunar New Year is right around the corner. This spring holiday, celebrated in Chinese, Korean, Vietnamese and other Asian cultures that observe a lunisolar calendar, falls on different dates in ...

Carbon steel is the best material for a wok. It is durable, has excellent heat distribution properties, and weighs less than cast iron. However, this solution may not be perfect for everyone. Chefs ...