MasterClassProfessional Non-Stick Carbon Steel Induction-Safe Wok, 30 cm (12")

I recently acquired the MasterClass Carbon Steel Wok, and it has quickly become a staple in my kitchen. Here's my comprehensive review based on its performance, design, and functionality.The wok boasts a 35.5 cm (14 inches) diameter, making it spacious enough to handle large portions, ideal for family meals or dinner parties. The carbon steel construction ensures durability and efficient heat distribution, crucial for achieving that perfect stir-fry texture.One of the standout features is the non-stick coating. It significantly reduces the need for excessive oil, promoting healthier cooking. Additionally, it makes cleaning the wok a breeze, even after cooking sticky or saucy dishes. The non-stick surface is robust enough to withstand metal utensils, which is a huge plus.This wok is highly versatile and compatible with all types of stoves, including induction, electric, and gas. It heats up quickly and evenly, which is essential for stir-frying and sautéing. The long riveted stainless steel handle provides a secure grip and stays cool to the touch, enhancing safety and comfort during use.With an 8-litre capacity, the wok is perfect for cooking large quantities of food. Whether you're preparing a simple vegetable stir-fry or a more elaborate dish, this wok can handle it all. It's also suitable for deep-frying, braising, and steaming, making it a multi-functional addition to your cookware collection.Maintenance is straightforward due to the durable non-stick coating. Regular cleaning with warm soapy water and a soft sponge is all it takes to keep it in pristine condition. Unlike traditional carbon steel woks, there's no need for regular seasoning, which simplifies upkeep.Priced competitively, the MasterClass Carbon Steel Wok offers excellent value for money. Its combination of durability, non-stick performance, and large capacity make it a worthwhile investment for any kitchen. It's particularly well-suited for those who enjoy Asian cuisine and require a reliable, high-performing.The MasterClass Carbon Steel Wok excels in both performance and design. Its non-stick coating, sturdy build, and compatibility with various heat sources make it a versatile tool for any home chef. If you're in the market for a new wok, this one is certainly worth considering for its exceptional quality and functionality.

I have tried many woks, including some from Amazon. They all start out great but over time things go wrong - non-stick coating comes off or just stops being non-stick being the main issues. So before going for a wok that requires seasoning I decided to give this one a try, and also wait before writing a review.So having used it quite frequently for six weeks, it is still the same as when it first arrived. Non stick still in place, all working fine. Heats up very quickly, although I am using a 3.3kw wok burner ... but still, much quicker than a standard frying pan. Meat flash-fries almost instantly, everything else perfect too.The wok itself is very sturdily built, and therefore a bit on the heavy side. Also as the handle is metal, I have found if I don't have the wok centred on the burner the handle can heat up, but that's easily solved by having the wok in the correct place on the gas hobIt does say dishwasher safe, but I wash it with warm/hot water only and pad dry with a towel. Hoping it stays like this for many stir-fries to come.>> UPDATE << It's been TWO YEARS and the wok is in the same condition I bought it in, completely non-stick. It has been used (and possibly abused) on a weekly basis, including cooking Vietnamese Caramel Ginger Chicken, a dish that had rendered one of my previous woks useless. Furthermore I now use it on a proper 7kw wok burner.So I would normally say "I would buy this again" ... except I won't need to.Cannot recommend this highly enough.>> UPDATE 2 (Jan 2017) << It's still with me, still as good as new. I cooked some Vietnamese orange chicken with lemongrass and posted some pictures.

It's a very sturdy wok and I am happy with it in general with the exception of the two points below:1. It's quite heavy even when both hands are used on the handle. This makes it difficult use the wok the way it's intended.2. The inner surface is not curved all throughout as proper woks are expected to be and hence the heat distribution does go a bit awry.However, after using it for about a month, I can say that it's built to last and is worth the spend if the 2 points above are not deal-breakers. No regrets.

This wok is great! It's very large and nicely weighty with a great non-stick coating - it allows me to easily make meals for the whole family without having to be really careful about spilling over the edge. I use this wok on an induction hob and it works perfectly - heating up very quickly and cooking food quickly and evenly.The handle of the wok feels very sturdy and I love the curved handle at the opposite side which makes it much easier to carry when full. As for cleaning - the non-stick coating is so good that so far I've not managed to weld any food to the pan at all(!), so it's extremely easy to wash. Although it is dishwasher safe I prefer not to put it through the dishwasher as it would take up most of the space and it's so easy to clean that I'd rather just give it a quick wash manually and not risk potentially damaging it in the machine.Overall I really like this wok and wish that I'd bought it years ago instead of struggling on with my old one. Recommended!