Can You Recommend A Wok under $100?

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  klonky on 22/07/2021 - 09:40

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  We have one of these
  https://www.everten.com.au/d-line-carbon-steel-wok-36cm.html…

  Its very light and cheap. I made the mistake of running our induction cooktop too high and it warped but the retailer just sent me a new one. Peanut oil starts to smoke on heat level 7 out of 9, so it heats up very quick. I would advise to stay away from any wok with non stick coating, get one that requires seasoning.

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  tyarrhea on 22/07/2021 - 09:48

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  We found a cheap and cheerful one at Woolworths for $16. It has no specifics on the website or on the sticker on the wok itself but it is not Teflon coated and has been exceptionally (relatively speaking) non-stick at high heat.

  We got it as a once off because it was $16 but we are using it everyday. Only downside was finding a lid that costed more than the wok.

  https://www.woolworths.com.au/shop/productdetails/102312/coo…

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  djkelly69 on 22/07/2021 - 10:35

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  I am using the $9 Big W one. No issues so far, with light use over about 6 months.

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  ddxsamx on 22/07/2021 - 11:38

  +1

  I have been using this as my first wok for the past 5 years - paid $50 at the time and i think there's a 20% off atm with medium use (at least 3-4 times a week) absolutely love it.

  https://www.house.com.au/soffritto-35cm-wok

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  ultravanilla on 22/07/2021 - 14:57

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  Ikea Tolerant. $10
  https://www.ikea.com/au/en/p/tolerant-wok-black-90247318/

  I use it almost daily and it has held up strong for the last couple years. Non stick coating seems to remain in good condition despite heavy oil and high heat/flame. Light enough that you can actually use the handle for tossing the food one handed even with flimsy wrists. Cheap enough that it can be replaced if necessary. The only thing is it doesn't work with induction

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  Wystri Warrick on 22/07/2021 - 19:55

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  You know you can just Google? Anyways have a little read of this page
  When it comes to woks it's carbon steel all the way, and you don't need to spend a fortune to get a good wok, a cheap carbon steel one will work brilliantly. Depending on your stove, you may need one with a flat base, but I'd recommend getting a flat base anyways as it'll distribute the heat evenly. Once you've got your carbon steel wok you'll want to season it - this goes down a whole rabbit hole - some Asian restaurants can season your wok for you.

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  Solario31 on 24/07/2021 - 01:26

  Go to your local asian grocer, they all have them there for 20$. Just don't buy non stick. It doesn't work with high heat which is what a wok is all about. Create the natural non stickiness by burning it off and rubbing with oil after. Lots of youtube guides that will show you the process.