How To Season A Wok

Name: How To Season A Wok
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Ingredients: carbon steel wok (round bottom or flat bottom depending on your stove); gas or electric stove; neutral oil; paper towel; soft sponge with non-abrasive scrubber

4 steps

Prep:5minCook:30min

Seasoning your wok for the first time is a crucial step to ensure the wok is in tip top shape for cooking at home. Here's how to season a wok properly.

Updated at: Thu, 21 Nov 2024 12:27:53 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Unbalanced

Glycemic Index

Low

Nutrition per serving

Calories122 kcal (6%)

Total Fat13.8 g (20%)

Carbs0 g (0%)

Sugars0 g (0%)

Protein0 g (0%)

Sodium0 mg (0%)

Fiber0 g (0%)

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Ingredients

0 servings

wok

carbon steel, round bottom or flat bottom depending on your stove

soft, with non-abrasive scrubber

Instructions

Step 1

Thoroughly wash your wok with hot water and mild dish detergent to remove the factory oil and residue. If your wok has a wooden handle, avoid getting the handle wet to prevent any warping of the wood. Wipe the wok completely dry.

Step 2

Set your wok on the stove over high heat. Heat all areas of the wok over the heat source until you see the carbon steel change color to a blueish color. Ensure all areas of the wok change color before proceeding to the next step.

Step 3

Add 1 tbsp of oil to the wok and carefully use tongs or a wok ladle to spread the oil evenly throughout the wok. Turn the heat down to medium low and continue heating until there is no visible oil left in the wok.

Step 4

Repeat this process after cooking with your wok to develop a greater layer of non-stick patina and have fun cooking!

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