Meaning & use
Wok
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A large, bowl-shaped cooking pan, originating in China, used for stir-frying, steaming, and deep-frying.
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She heated oil in the wok before tossing in the garlic and vegetables.
A well-seasoned wok develops a natural nonstick surface over years of use.
A note on using this word
The word wok comes from Cantonese, and the pan's curved shape allows for quick, even heating ideal for high-heat cooking techniques like stir-frying.
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