Can you steam in this wok? I dont want it to rust if i do.
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Yes, if the wok is seasoned to begin with steaming should not be an issue. Make sure the wok is thoroughly dry before storing. I sometimes rub in not pour in a little oil . Rub in rub out. You can put it back into a hot oven to bring it back like new. I just rub it. No problem. When in doubt buy two you will always have one in case you ruin the first one. But I am betting you will do just fine. Best use for your wok is use it use it use it ....
1402267
yes but you need a steamer basket to steam. it won't rust if you take care of it properly. when i finish washing it with water & the bamboo brush, i put it on the stove & turn on the heat until the wok is dry. then i apply a light coat of oil on the wok. i've had mine for several months now and still love it.
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No matter what type of cooking one were to do in a wok, you are going to use some sort of liquid. It is important to oil before and after use. It works better if the wok is about 200 degrees when you coat it with oil then let it cool. This helps the oil adhere to the metal better. Refer to the guidelines for Lodge cast iron cookware for more information.
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Myself personally, no I wouldn't. I do believe that once it is seasoned properly, it should not.
1718953
hahaha.. its a WOK!!! it keeps the flavor in the pan..helps steam vegies better..
673230
My wok gets that way too. I dry my wok by putting it back over my gas burner and allow the heat to dry the cooking surface. If you have rust on your wok the next time you use it, just take a moist paper towel and wipe the inside of your wok. Allow the wok to be seasoned, everything cooks better. Don't use soap or a Brillo type pad to clean your wok
365069
not possible. its a set kit, not really customizable or made for steam. not watertight.
1180279
I use my wok on my induction top, the heat spreads evenly around. You could also try a metal ring to make it more sturdy. Bon appetite
1621143
I am not sure. The texture is different than my teflon cookware. Running your fingers across the inner kettle there is the a sqeak to it. If you ask because like most teakettle owners, they leave water in it between uses. However, this is not a habit I would promote for a teakettle. I always rinse mine after use or before the end of the day. There is still some residual water as I don't leave it out to dry in the dish rack, but looking into it, there are no rust marks on it.
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I've been using Bamboo Steamers for almost 25 years! A large Wok works best. You DO NOT NEED TO SOAK IT nor DO YOU NEED A RING TO PLACE IT ON! Simply use water to just below the steamer and proceed to cook or warm up the food. If cooking for an extended time keep a watch on the water level as you do not want the pan to go dry.
557697
I think it might rust from the steam. Also, must lean on wall on one side or it will tip.
228503
It's only about half an inch high, so to steam you'd be really limited in the amount of water. For steaming you might want to stack a couple of them and use a metal colander that has a long base.
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Dear Jack: This wok is terrific. We use it every day on high heat on a gas stove. We have never had a problem cleaning it. Truly nonstick. We just use a sponge and dish detergent-cleans right up. The lid IS vented. I don't know if it is dishwasher safe. Much easier and faster to clean it by hand with a sponge. I personally would NOT put it in the dishwasher. Regards. SJ
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I haven't used it to steam. I have put potatoes on the warming plate while grilling chicken. They were fine befor serving.
1335809
I have not done that, but I don't see why not. It is very nice and highly recommend for steaming fish!
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Just the inside will be fine, oil and a green onion sliced cook until blackened then rub wok with paper towel until oil is rubbed in. I oil mine after every othe use to prevent rust. A black wok is a good wok so never scrub off the black inside your wok.
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The manual says that everything needs to be upright to steam properly, however I have used it in this fashion and while you're taking a risk of burning yourself, I've been able to do it just fine. Just know that's not how it's desigend to be used.
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Care for a Carbon Steel Wok the same way you would care for Carbon Steel knives or Cast Iron skillets. Wash thoroughly with soap and hot water to remove oil coating from factory. Heat Wok on top of stove, or if your wok does not have a wooden handle, you can put it in a hot oven. When wok is hot, add a high temperature oil like peanut oil. Coat the wok inside and out. Let it cool with the oil on it. To let it sit in a warm oven is good. The intent is to let the oil penetrate the metal. When the pan is cool, wipe it down with towel or paper towels. The pan is now cured. NEVER EVER wash the pan again with soap! If you do, you'll destroy the 'cure'. If that should happen, just repeat the 'seasoning' as described above. I like to always have a "Chore-Boy", metal scrubby by the sink for cleaning my cured pans. They clean up quickly and best if the pan is hot. Put it in the sink and flush with warm water and scrub with the metal scrubby vigorously to remove food particles. Again, no soap! Any germs are killed by the hot heat on the stove and with the warm/hot water washing with the scrubby. Why do all of this? If you don't season, the pan will rust.
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The bottom is completely rounded so a ring is advisable. The wok does tend to rust a bit in the center bottom if you don't keep it dry and/or oiled but that's what you'd expect from carbon steel and it's easily prevented. It really is a great wok and heats quickly and evenly and you can't beat it at twice the price.
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Yes you can. I own one and I do water bath canning and cook in mine often. I do not recommend very high heat.