De Buyer Mineral B Wok

Designed to be ultra-durable and reach high temperatures, this wok from De Buyer’s Mineral B range is ideal for searing, grilling, and browning.

Note:This pan must be seasoned before use, then regularly mantained. Find instructions in ourguide.

—DETAILS—

De Buyer’s Wok from their Mineral B range is ultra-durable and able to hold sky-high levels of heat that ensure your food sears and browns to perfection. Made in France and designed for frequent and intense use, thiswok has a 1.5 mm-thick body of raw white steel that is easy to lift, but can withstand rapid heat rise,making it ideal for searing, grilling, and browning.The pan will only improve with time, thanks to a natural easy-release layer of ‘seasoning’ that develops over time as you cook in it. You’ll know how well-seasoned this pan is based on the colour: It will go from greyto blackthe darker it is, the more non-stick. The ergonomic curved French-style steel handle stays cool as you cook on the hob, making it easier to manoeuvre.

When manufactured, it is treated with organic beeswax, which protects the pan from oxidation in transit and facilitates seasoning this needs to be removed by you prior to use, as it kickstarts the seasoning process. (To learn how to do that, clickhere. It’s very easy!) It is suitable for all hobs, including induction. This wok is perfect for healthy and quick cooking as it allows cooking with little fat. It is ideal for stir-fries, sauted vegetables, as the steel allows the Maillard reaction, a caramelisation of juices on the surface and tenderness inside.

Note: This pan must be seasoned before use, or else it will rust. Once seasoned, it will form a layer that needs to be regularly maintained. Read our instructions onhow to season and maintain a carbon steel pan, and why it’s worth it, in ourguide.

—BENEFITS—

‘This pan is nothing short of magical. If you’re new to carbon steel or cast iron, it does take some getting used to, but once you’ve developed a layer of seasoningand the best way to do that is to simply cook in ityou’ll see it’s completely worth it. That brown sear you get is just incredible, and many consider the residual flavour that builds up in this pan’s unique seasoning a “secret ingredient”. That’s why it has such a cult status among chefs and avid home cooks.’