What cooking oil is best to use for this wok? I have high cholesterol and want to use an oil that is healthy for stir fry in a wok. Thanks.
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Peanut oil is a very healthful way to go. It also can be used at a higher heat than most.
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Sorry I cannot help :( I had to return this wok 3 times due to a cracked handle when it arrived. I really wanted to use this wok since I already purchased the lid and waited too long to return it.
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I use peanut oil as it has a high smoke factor - the tiniest bit of oil is used with stir fry , so shouldn't be a problem
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I mostly use olive oil but I have fried chicken in regular vegetable or canola oil and have not had any problems. I always hand wash all of my Anolon cookware though. I absolutely love Anolon.
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I am new to the deep frying thing, so could you recommend the "right" oil? Thanks!
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I only use peanut oil for deep frying,it doesn't smoke or get a burnt taiste. It costs a little more but you can strain it and reuse it.
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We mainly use high heat, as high as the big burners go, and have not had a problem with stir fry. There are a few small scratches from use, but no flaking, peeling etc.
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Coconut oil is the best replacement for your current oils. Its has a high flash point and gives great flavor to food. I've also heard grapeseed and palm oils are good but I prefer coconut. Also make sure when purchasing coconut oil extra virgin cold pressed so you get as much nutrients as possible. The current oils you are using are stripped of their smell for longer shelf life so its rancid before it gets to you and you wont even know it
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No, this wok doesn't smoke, but be sure you're using peanut oil or the equivalent. The wok needs to get very hot sometimes (depending on the recipe you're using) and corn oil or butter literally can't stand the heat, and will definitely smoke, I'm sure.
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http://www.honestfoods.com/rice-oil-faq.html Best ask the company yourself. I'm just a user.
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I've had this product for over a year and swear by it. I'm on a health kick and I enjoy stir-Fried vegetables much better than steamed so I use my wok at least five times a week. Unfortunately the paperwork that came with the product is long gone and I don't remember any warning. Sorry.
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I make most of my dishes with bite sized pieces for stir fry without all the oil of a wok. It works best for me this way. If you want to roast you are looking at long and slow cooking which this item does not do.
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Wash and dry the wok first. Coat the inside with high temperature cooking oil (lard is best). Bake in the over (400F) for 1 hour. Repeat the oil coating and bake 2-3 more times.
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In any wok stability issues make deep frying hazardous. Oil would cover pretty much everything including you. Please buy a deep fryer for deep frying
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I like Peanut oil it is the best, but any cooking oil will work. We also use popcorn butter seasoning salt.
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We use it for stir fry. It's great due to the higher curved edge. Just remember to use wood or other soft utensils to stir while adding ingredients.
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I've never used a wok with gas, but I can tell you this wok gets sizzling hot! Ive used to for stir frying and also for deep frying large batches of beer batter halibut for a group. The oil stays hot between batches, I no longer use my deep fryer! Hope this helps
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I don't have a sticking problem, however sometimes people have a heat higher than the smoke point of the oil that they use, and the oil actually caramelizes and make things stick. That is my best guess. So far no issue with my Wok and I use it about once a week.
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The pure red palm oil helps with plaque build-up in the arteries according to the research that I read... It also gives your fried foods a great taste and allows you to use higher heat. I really enjoy the added flavor but hate the bottle during the winter months, too hard to get from the bottle because the oil congeals to some degree. My apology for the late response...don't read my emails very often