How To Buy A Wok
This is a great video on how to select a wok.
Brandon explains why using a wok isn’t the same at home as it is in an Asian restaurant /street stall, because the flame of the burner is really high and big, not like what you get on your stove.
But you can still use woks – it’s best to use very thin aluminum woks. But if you have very high flames for special wok cookers (not your normal stove) then steel is better, but again, 99% change the thin aluminum wok is better for you.
Other important points
- long handle
- bottom part for cooking and side area to “park” food on the side
- lightweight (so it’s easy to lift)
