A Lodge Cast Iron Wok For Perfect Stir-Fry

Stir fry dishes are flavorful, healthy and come together fairly quickly, making them an ideal weeknight dinner. While you could get by with a sauté pan or extra-large skillet in a pinch, a wok is a must-have if stir-fry makes regular appearances in your dinner rotation. A wok's unique shape creates an ideal environment for cooking vegetables and protein together. The wok's sloping sides allow you to vigorously stir your ingredients without them spilling over the sides. The high sides of the wok also create different temperature zones - the bottom of the wok being the hottest and ideal for searing while the sides offer additional cooking surface and a slightly lower temperature.

A wok is the ideal pan for stir-frying, and cast iron may be the perfect material for a wok, which is why a Lodge cast iron wok should be at the top of your list. Cast iron offers incredible heat retention, something that is particularly important for stir-fry dishes that should be cooked over even, high heat. In addition, a well-seasoned cast iron wok can help impart a subtle, unique flavor that is impossible to achieve with a nonstick or stainless steel pan.

The Details

When it comes to cast iron cookware, Lodge is the first name that comes to mind for many professional and home chefs. Joseph Lodge began producing heirloom-quality cookware in Tennessee in 1896. Since then, five generations have dedicated themselves to ensuring that this family-owned company continues to innovate while staying true to their founder's legacy.

The Lodge cookware carried by Williams Sonoma is from the company's Chef Collection, which features chef-inspired, cast iron cookware. Your Lodge wok will arrive pre-seasoned with 100% natural vegetable oil, so you can get cooking right away. The 12 inch fry pan has 4 ½"-high sides, so you have plenty of room for a family-sized meal. The flattened bottom works on all cooking surfaces, including induction cooktops, ovens and grills. An ergonomic handle offers improved control, and a helper handle allows for easy lifting.