Mr. Bar-B-Q Cast-Iron Wok

I really like this wok, but it's going to take a while to get it to the seasoning stage I want and keep it there. It sure beats the old, thin metal wok I used for years.

First wok arrived broken into 3 pieces. This is actually the second cast iron object that UPS managed to shatter into pieces on me, the first being a subwoofer with a cast iron basket. You know how Amazon always totally overdoes it on the packaging, with a box 3 times bigger than the item and stuffed full of air bags? Well, these woks seem to have been packaged by a kid.. the wok is thrown into a box barely big enough for it, atop of some crumpled paper. I dont get it.

Second wok arrived packed the same way, but not broken. Seasoned well, cooked well. Only used it once but it seems really nice. Bottom is flat for stability but curved inside so holds heat nicely. You will definitely want a big flame for this, I am using the Bayou Classic propane burner I bought on Amazon a year ago. So for the money, this is a really great wok, just dont be surprised if it arrives broken.

Some say it's heavy, c'mon...what did you expect from a Cast Iron Wok?...It's big (don't drop it on your foot!) and you will need two hot mits to handle it, but it makes awesome food. Be sure to follow the conditioning instructions to the "T", especially the part about a THIN film of oil.

The quality of the cast iron is definitely not as good as Lodge's skillets. But I'm sure you knew that. My first wok had a divot in the cooking surface almost as big as a dime. Thankfully the Amazon return was easy and smooth. The second wok turned out fine. Seasoning the wok is the worst part of the process, in that the oil fumes from the evaporating oil is not my cup of tea. Make sure you have lots of ventilation if you are sensitive to odors like me. Cast iron cookware is great, it holds the temperature well and you can heat it really hot for that searing the flavors in. Now what I want is add on wooden handles, so I don't always have to use pot holders.

The wok had cracks and the inside has a flat bottom, what kind of wok is that. IT GOT RETURNED!