Huge, non-stick wok/steamer combo for medium or low heat only
This wok/steamer combo is a quality product that I can either use as a wok OR a steamer but not both at once. I steamed a lot of spinach in the steamer and since the steamer was large enough I was able to move the spinach around so that it steamed quickly (within 5 minutes after water was boiled) and it didn't wilt too much. I also used the wok to make the sitr-fried chili scallops with baby bok choy from this book Stir-Frying to the Sky's Edge: The Ultimate Guide to Mastery, with Authentic Recipes and Stories that I purchased specifically for this wok. This meal came out excellent even on the medium heat but I did have to add about 2 minutes to the cooking time and I used wooden instead of metal utensils so as not to scratch the non-stick coating.
What I really like about this cookware is:
- The pan is sturdy, non-stick, and cleans easily; similar to an expensive Calphalon pot I...
Looks as if it will last for decades
This super heavy wok-steamer combo is designed to last for a very long time. The quality construction (it looked and felt like my Calphalon pans) is obvious, as is the versatility. Another reviewer mentioned some nicks and flaws in the base of her wok, but mine arrived in pristine condition.
If you love to make dim sum, or steamed veggies, the steamer capacity is enormous. You could probably steam a whole fish with no trouble. For those who like to make steamed puddings, there is more room than I have ever seen on any steamer, period. Ditto, the wok. Outside of a busy Asian restaurant, I have not seen many woks of this diameter (14"). While that's fantastic if you are cooking for a crowd, it's also helpful if you're cooking for one and want leftovers. Also, with more surface area your food can spread out and cook faster.
I am a big fan of tempered glass covers, and this one gives you a full view of everything you're cooking.
One big caveat: the...
My orange chicken recipe has finally found a home
I have a few Asian recipes we cook for our family several times a month. If you have not cooked with a wok, it is the only way to go. Combine that with the steamer function of this pan and you've got an awesome dinner no matter how you cooked it.
I don't know a thing about the brand "The Chef's Toolbox" but I can tell you this much. This pan is so well made that it looks like you could keep pass it down as a dang heirloom! We use this thing all of the time and it still looks new after washing. (We hand wash it). The quality of construction is something like you would find at high end epicurean stores.
This pan heats up quickly and heats EVENLY... which is great. No burnt food due to hot spots from those cheap pans. I will mention this pan is pretty large. We had to clear out a nice sized spot for it and put other stuff in it to fit our storage area. But size aside, it is the best pan I've ever used. My next pan purchase will start with a search for...
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