Does any one use it as a stir-fry pan rather than use a wok?
357339
We use it as a stir fry and it does the job. You have to watch the heat as to much intense heat over a long period will hurt the non stick coating. If this is your intended use you might better choose an uncoated pan.
357340
Yes I believe you could use as a stir-fry pan. Maybe not quite as deep as a wok. Nice pan!
357341
It certainly could be used as a stir-fry pan. It is deep enough. It is a great pan. Love it.
357342
Absolutely. It works well for stir-fry, curries and many other types of foods.
357343
I use as a stir fry pan. It is just the right size....a llittle smaller than my heavy cast iron wok and much easier to use! Love it!
357344
We use it for stir fry. It's great due to the higher curved edge. Just remember to use wood or other soft utensils to stir while adding ingredients.
1158810
I am a vegan and cook in this wok constantly. Love it. Always watch what you are cooking so it doesn't burn. You don't want to use high heat. Use middle heat on a gas burner. I don't have electric so I don't know how that would work. Hopes this helps you make your decision. Great wok
964750
I use a carbon steel wok for many things other than stir fries and it's heat retention and seasoning retention have always been great. But for the times where something other than a wok is needed I turn to a fry pan. In this instance, the Cast Iron wins out over the DeBuyer. I hope this answers your question.
2218271
I've had mine since May and use it all the time and haven't had any issues so far. I always use a little oil (either right in the wok or toss my veggies in it first).
1459739
No, it is not non stick. But since you heat oil in wok before cooking, things don't stick. I had a non stick wok before this one, and I like this one a whole lot more.
442535
Yes. It does get super hot on the handles. It is not a big problem to me, since I am used to scooping up the stuff from the wok into the dishes while it is still on stove. If I need to touch the handle, I usually use a kitchen cloth as a layer to protect hands from the heat. Again, I did not find it a big bother, it is the most common style of wok I saw people use when I grew up in China.
670774
I use it for stir fry and varies dishes that require a deep pan. It's non stick so be careful when washing and heat should not be high. It will warp the pan and non stick won't work that well.
1693064
Yes it can be used for stir frying. Works well and cleans up easily. But I don't think it's stovetop safe. About 12.5"x3.5"
1072359
I've never used a wok with gas, but I can tell you this wok gets sizzling hot! Ive used to for stir frying and also for deep frying large batches of beer batter halibut for a group. The oil stays hot between batches, I no longer use my deep fryer! Hope this helps
1230884
I've never had that experience with this wok, but I treat it like I do my cast iron pans. After I wash the wok in hot soapy water, I dry it thoroughly and coat the inside with a thin coat of canola oil before I put it away. This keeps it looking beautiful and is non stick as well.
1258830
I have not had that experience. Love this wok and the nonstick remains good after repeated use.
1924763
I have both the frying pan and wok and they have held up well. You have to hand wash them and use non metalic cookware but after three years they are still in very good shape. You also need only use a very little cooking oil which is a bonus.
2040387
yes, but it is very light or rather, thin? i still use lots of wok oil. happy cooking!
1829094
Dear Jack: This wok is terrific. We use it every day on high heat on a gas stove. We have never had a problem cleaning it. Truly nonstick. We just use a sponge and dish detergent-cleans right up. The lid IS vented. I don't know if it is dishwasher safe. Much easier and faster to clean it by hand with a sponge. I personally would NOT put it in the dishwasher. Regards. SJ
193483
It is an actual wok just Americans don't use that word for their pans. Has a center flat spot about 6 inches across then slanted sides so it cooks well in a larger area like a wok... We think it works wonderfully for stir fry, which we use it for every night being big veggie eaters. There is no nonstick surface to come off in the food, it's stainless steel, cleans up great, even if you burn just use ajax or comet with a scrubby. I was buying "woks" from Walmart once a month (nonstick surface coming off etc) then found this pan and haven't needed a new pan in months! Worth $100 to me and it was so much less! It is an actual wok just Americans don't use that word for their pans. Has a center flat spot about 6 inches across then slanted sides so it cooks well in a larger area like a wok... We think it works wonderfully for stir fry, which we use it for every night being big veggie eaters. There is no nonstick surface to come off in the food, it's stainless steel, cleans up great, even if you burn just use ajax or comet with a scrubby. I was buying "woks" from Walmart once a month (nonstick surface coming off etc) then found this pan and haven't needed a new pan in months! Worth $100 to... » Read More It is an actual wok just Americans don't use that word for their pans. Has a center flat spot about 6 inches across then slanted sides so it cooks well in a larger area like a wok... We think it works wonderfully for stir fry, which we use it for every night being big veggie eaters. There is no nonstick surface to come off in the food, it's stainless steel, cleans up great, even if you burn just use ajax or comet with a scrubby. I was buying "woks" from Walmart once a month (nonstick surface coming off etc) then found this pan and haven't needed a new pan in months! Worth $100 to me and it was so much less! « Show Less
771108
Personally I would not...it is designed as a deep sauce and Fry Pan with quasi WOK capability. A Fry Daddy would be a better alternative. If you do Deep Fry it it heed the warning of not too high of heat setting. Certainly does a great job Frying Chicken and small batches of Fries but I don't think the intent is for Deep Frying large batches but that poses the question, "how deep?" If you are a party of one as myself certainly small Fry batches of Deep Fry are doable but it does have a handle so be careful. There are better alternatives for deep Frying IMO.
130843
It is not as big as a standard wok. However, we routinely cook stir fries for 4 people, and have leftovers. Depends on how much you eat, though.