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Rating  - 2 Years Later...
OK, pre-seasoned is one thing and actual use is something else. I've been using this wok at least weekly for over two years and it's just starting to show it's true potential. First of all most 4-burner stoves produce about 4,500 BTUs per burner. That's inadequate for stir frying. I have a 13,500 BTU burner which is barely adequate for stir frying -- even after a 10 minute pre-heat. If you really want this wok to sing, get a Big Kahuna at 65,000 BTUs and the magic begins.
Back to the wok. Amazon has doubled the price of this wok (I presume to cover "free" shipping). Even at $50, it's still one of the best investments you can make IF YOU HAVE ENOUGH HEAT. There is a difference between braising and stir-frying. Stir-fry browns the food and evaporates the liquid as it's released. If you have a typical gas stove, you will not be able to get the wok hot enough to stir-fry.
The pre-seasoning is kind of a joke. Lodge uses single use sand molds to make their iron cookware resulting in a pitted surface that is not non-stick. Over time, the use of metal tools wears away some of the surface and it becomes slick and truly seasoned.
Another thing, don't even think about using detergent on any iron cookware because it washes away the mircoscopic carbon molecules that makes it non-stick. A simple bristle brush and some warm water bath followed by a light coat of oil and 10 minutes on the stove works the best.
This is a flat bottom wok so you can use it on a regular grate. It works well with a bamboo steamer too. BTW: Mr. Bar-B-Q has a very similar iron wok for $16 (but I have not used it).
Rating - Lodge 14" cast-iron wok
I bought the lodge pre-treated cast iron wok, it looks just like the picture in the add. It is truly a beautiful wok both aesthetically and functionally. The dealer I bought it from was very efficient regarding shipping. Very satisfied.
Rating - The best investment you'll ever make
I recently bought this wok after having taken a Thai Culinary Class in Thailand. I needed a wok to produce authentic Thai food. I was a little hesitant to buy this wok since there was no mention in the description or in the reviews about the bottom of the wok. Most woks that have a rounded bottom come with a ring so that it will sit on your cooktop. Thai kitchens assume that everyone has a round bottom wok and the cooktops are fitted to accomodate that. Not so here in the US. The wok itself is round on the inside but flat on the bottom, so no issue there. It works nicely on the cooktop. I use this wok for everything. It stays out all the time, whether I'm sauteeing vegetables or creating a stir fry. Its very heavy, and therefore heats up nicely and retains the heat, perfect for whatever you're cooking. It cleans up easily with just hot water and a scrub brush. I would definitely recommend that you buy the wok spatula to go with it, there is a very nice one on Amazon thats stainless steel with a wooden handle. The spatula is curved so that it conforms exactly to the inside curve of the wok. You just can't beat cast iron for cooking!!! I've had many woks, electric ones as well. None can compare to this one!
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