Sumeiguan Carbon Steel Flat Bottom Wok with Lid 13.5 Inch

Overview

A 13.5 inch flat-bottom carbon steel wok from Sumeiguan, pre-seasoned with a nitriding treatment and sold with a glass lid and stainless steel spatula. It has a 6.4 quart capacity and a solid wood handle.

Flat-bottom carbon steel woks are built to sit stable on Western stovetops rather than needing a wok ring, and this one lists compatibility with induction, electric, and gas along with grill and outdoor use. The nitriding pre-seasoning is the seller's rust-resistance claim in place of the oil-seasoning process some carbon steel pans still need before first use. At 3.68 lbs it is light enough to lift and toss with one hand once heated.

• 13.5 inch diameter, 6.7 inch flat base
• 6.4 quart capacity
• Includes glass lid and stainless steel spatula
• Works on induction, electric, and gas

Who it's for

Suits stir-fry cooks who want a traditional carbon steel wok that works on a flat home stovetop, including induction. Less suited to anyone wanting a nonstick coated pan that needs no seasoning care at all, since carbon steel still benefits from upkeep between uses.

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Performance notes

The 6.7 inch flat base is sized for stovetop contact and heat stability, while the wider 13.5 inch diameter and 4.3 inch deep sides give room to toss ingredients without spilling. Sumeiguan states the wok holds 3 to 6 servings at once. The wood handle is attached with screws and a reinforced base, intended to stay secure under repeated stirring.

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