Rock the Wok: The Essential Chinese Cooking Tool - Jessica Gavin
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A wok can be intimidating for many home cooks--it’s big, it’s all-encompassing and it’s yet another tool that needs to be learned and maneuvered. For a home cook who needs time, efficiency and large portions, there may be no other option. Let’s dive into the ins and outs of what makes a wok worth it or not. Shaped like a big disc, a wok rocks back and forth, allowing for more movement besides just stirring. A wok is an excellent heat conductor, which means you’ll be cooking with high heat every time you use it. Pre-heat your wok at medium-high
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Best Pasta Recipes and Noodle Dishes - Jessica Gavin
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Easy Culinary Science Cookbook - Jessica Gavin
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Top 10 Recipes for Chinese New Year - Jessica Gavin
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Best Pasta Recipes and Noodle Dishes - Jessica Gavin
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Top 10 Recipes for Chinese New Year - Jessica Gavin
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Rock the Wok: The Essential Chinese Cooking Tool - Jessica Gavin
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Chow Mein Recipe - Jessica Gavin
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Chicken Fried Rice - Jessica Gavin
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Chow Mein Recipe - Jessica Gavin
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General Tso's Chicken - Jessica Gavin
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