Flat-Bottom Woks Vs. Curved: Which Should You Use?
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Woks are a great way to cook many different dishes including stir fry. Here is what you need to know about the differences between flat-bottom and curved woks.
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Round-bottom woks for dummies: some woks will sit upright by themselves on a flat surface, other wont. Both types will work just fine on gas stovetops. It depends on the balance (center
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