<p>In Chinese kitchens, carbon steel woks are essential for high-heat stir-frying as well as simmering, steaming and deep-frying. Our round-bottom model features traditional hand-hammered construction and a heat-resistant stick handle. It comes with a flat-top lid that helps retain heat and moisture, so it's ideal for simmering soup, braising or smoking pork ribs, and steaming dumplings and seafood.</p> <ul> <li>Traditional 1.2mm carbon steel construction disperses heat quickly and evenly.</li> <li>Gradually sloping sides ensure ingredients stay directly over heat source and simplify tossing.</li> <li>Easy to season to create naturally nonstick surface.</li> <li>Long oak handle helps keep hands away from heat.</li> <li>Stainless-steel flat-top lid with wide oak handle helps retain heat and moisture.</li> <li>Comes with ring stand for use on induction, electric and ceramic cooktops.</li> <li>Ideal for use on all cooktops, including induction.</li> </ul>