I'm using this for 4 years +/- and recently the coating at the center is cracking up (maybe due to bad washing technique).

Anyway, I'm done with cookware with coating.

I'm planning to get a new cookware (32cm++ wok) with no coating such as iron cast or aluminium type. Important consideration is lasting and healthy.

Any recommendations out there? I am setting a low budget of <RM150.

This post has been edited by kimhoong: Jun 1 2018, 06:11 PM

How to tell if a wok is made from Carbon Steel or Iron Cast if there is no description found on it?

If you cook a lot, like frying used cast iron, learn how to take care of it. Much better. Alternative use stainless steel.

SS cookware is expensive here in Malaysia. If you go to Singapore regularly or have friend can help you buy, go down Lion land and buy. Wmf always have discount there, some other brands too.

Just wondering if those black wok used by chinese restaurant is safe to use

have you found any? mind to share?

I found 1 in NSK, around RM40+

but but but... the hassle using carbon steel wok is really high.... especially when you are using electric/induction stove.

I'm thinking to return back to non-stick ones

Don't waste your time and money on cheap nonstick cookware. They are cheap for a reason and they are hardly durable ... not to mention some coatings are harzedous.

You can go to Chinese cookware shops to get those that are similar to the ones used by Chinese restaurants. They are of course safe to use. But then you won't have the hob to be able to cook the same.

For premium non coated ones WMF and Silit are best. If you want non stick, Green Pan is ok and reasonably priced. However, it's coating is not as durable but at least it is not harmful.

If you want the best go for Scanpan. However they are expensive and heavy like shit.

This post has been edited by blancpain4470: Apr 23 2019, 05:55 PM

Isn’t the coating of non-stick hazardous to health?

From what I read, the coating itself is fine but when there's leak, it will be bad for your health.

I still haven't get used to carbon steel/cast iron wok. Still sticky when I cook minced meat or egg although I have seasoned it.

Does a wok even work with induction cooker?

Dont they need a flat bottom pan instead?

Also I have a bunch of SS pots/pans that is somehow not magnetic... wondering if they will work with an induction cooker I m thinking of getting...

they do have flat bottom wok.
if non magnetic means cannot use for induction.

I've come across a cast iron wok which is flat on the bottom (contact with the induction) and rounded on the top (cooking part). So can use that for gas cooktop and induction. Made in USA and imported... A bit pricey tho.
Youtube link here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CqFMq2vVSUk

Slightly hesitant on getting it. Maintenance is not an issue. Just the weight of it and it's not that multipurpose- can't cook acidic stuff or curry in it.


The non magnetic stainless steel ones will not work.

Reasonable SS that works with induction...Most Horse brand pots work with induction... Zebra brand doesn't... I usually bring a magnet along when I shop for stainless steel pots to check.

Ya apparently my whole set la gourmet pots/pans is out...

The few zwillings i have works well (its got the words 'Induction' on the bottom)...

So I'm gonna be in the market for a new set, add that to the never ending list of $$ when moving to a new place...

Sounds like you have quite a number of pots and pans...

Hopefully the new set will be a one off 'investment'.

Let me know how you get on with your wok purchase... I'm still on a look out for one.

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This post has been edited by idoblu: Apr 16 2021, 01:56 PM

hi sifu chef, any NEOFLAM user here???

i have do some research that NEOFLAM it is Ceramic coating with aluminum in it, basically is TOXIC free

is so hard to get genuine NEOFLAM cookware in Malaysia, any other similar Brand can recommend?

- not very expensive
- ceramic coating
- toxic free material
- not really care about the look and design

granite and marble cookwares are generally much safer than older tech ones