Seasoning A New Wok (Like A Professional) Carbon Steel Wok

When you buy a new carbon steel wok, you need to season and condition the wok. Seasoning a new wok means you start making a hard, black patina finish. Step by step instruction to season your wok. Over time, the surface becomes non sticky. SEE OUR CHINESE COOKING ACCESSORY GUIDE: https://amzn.to/2EEym6I For woks, sauces, ingredients, gadgets, cookbooks and equipment to improve your Chinese cooking. Disclaimer: This description contains affiliate links, so I'll receive a small commission. It's at no cost to you. Thanks for your support. SEASONING A NEW WOK First clean the wok by scrubbing the surface to with steel wool to remove the temporary coating. Rinse the wok with cold water and dry with cloth. Preheat the stove on high heat setting. Follow all the steps in the video so you will get a hard, black cooking surface for your wok. A well seasoned wok helps sear and lock in the flavors of the food. Usually it takes about a year to season the surface of the wok, but follow my procedure so you can have a well seasoned wok in about 3 months.