Dexam 12108512 Professional Carbon Steel Wok 30cm/12-inch, Black

Why a Wok? To enjoy Asian cooking at its best you need very high temperatures, and a Carbon Steel Wok is ideal. Carbon Steel heats up quicker than stainless steel and aluminium while also being relatively light to allow easy turning of the food.
Non Stick or Uncoated? Traditionally Woks are uncoated. They are simply seasoned with a little oil before their use and thereafter periodically. The advantage of being uncoated is that higher temperatures can be reached which are in turn transferred directly to the food. On the downside Non Stick coatings make cleaning far easier and helps maintain the appearance of the Wok. If you are a very serious Asian Cook then use uncoated, otherwise Non Stick will make your life easier.
Standard or Heavy Gauge? If you cook regularly then think about a Heavy Gauge option otheriwse a Standard Wok is quite sufficient for your needs.
Accessories? Should you wish to steam in your Wok then two sizes of Bamboo will meet your requirements plus of course 2 sizes of Lid.
Why Swift Spice? Swift Spice is a range designed, developed and manufactured for you, the Asian Cook. With 2 ranges of Woks, uncoated Carbon Steel and Non Stick Carbon Steel, we have a Wok for every occasion and every cook. In addition the tight range of accessories provide for all your requirements and of course the two Sets make for ideal gifts. Safe to use on all types of hobs. How to season your wok: Over a high heat hold your pan by the handle until it turns a dark grey/blue colour. Once the wok has changed colour, remove from the heat and allow to cool down. Once cool rub cooking oil around the entire inside surface of the wok. When there is a layer of oil coating the inside of the wok return the wok to a medium-low heat for around 10 minutes until smoke appears. You can be sure that your new pan is ready to be used when all the smoke has evaporated and your wok is a permanent dark grey/ black colour.