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Readers Respond: Do You Use a Wok to Cook Chinese Food?

Responses: 7

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From the article: Why Waste a Wok?
The versatile wok has many uses even when you're not preparing a Chinese recipe - its unique shape makes it perfect for everything from tossing salad to steaming lobster. But, do you need a wok to cook Chinese food? Share Your Opinions

Do you need a wok to cook Chinese food?

You don't need one, but the shape of a wok can be very useful for stir-frying!
—Guest Max

Woks are Just Fun

You may not need a wok to cook Asian food but doesn't it make one fell a bit like an Asian cook when using some of the proper tools?
—Nicmos

I prefer to use a wok...

for stir-fries and foods that need to be cooked quickly with high heat concentrated in a small central space at the bottom and like the other pots for food that is cooked slowly at lower temperatures.
—Guest Glenda

Wok or not?

I don't have a wok and can't afford one right now, so use a skillet. Not the best way, but it works.
—dutchlady

Wok or Not?

I have often used a large heavy frypan or at least one that can take high heat. It works just fine.
—A.Fong

DO YOU NEED A WOK TO COOK CHINESE FOOD

I don't believe that you "need" a Wok but it does make the preparation and complete cooking of ingredients much more delectable. The only problem with a Wok is storing it in a pantry because of its' size.
—Guest CARLO SALERNO

yes

yes and I use a wok for non-Asian cooking as well. the wok is a very useful cooking tool.
—Guest dmreed

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