Rival WS73 7.3-Quart Stainless Steel Electric Wok with Tempura Rack
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Product Summary
Manufacturer: RivalBrand: Rival
Model: WS73
Product features:
- 18/10 stainless steel construction with mirror finish
- Adjustable temp control
- Dishwasher-safe and fully immersible
- Mirror polished exterior and interior
- 7.3-quart capacity
- Joyce Chen 3-Piece Burnished Bamboo Stir-Fry Set
- Amco 2-Piece Stainless-Steel and Nylon Wok Utensil Set
Kitchen and Housewares Reviews of Rival WS73 7.3-Quart Stainless Steel Electric Wok with Tempura Rack
Customer Review: Problem: not a real wok
Summary: 3 Stars
If you understand the most fundamental principle of wok cooking, you know that you want a small, concentrated spot of hot oil in the bottom of the pan, in which to flash cook your food. The food is rotated through the oil quickly, and a minimal amount of oil is used.
The problem is, that this Rival "wok" actually has a flat bottom, 7 or 8 inches across. Thus it is really shaped like an "everyday pan," and is incapable of true wok cooking. It should be called an "electric everyday pan." More oil is required than with a true wok, and the process of rotating the food through the oil is much less pleasing than it should be.
That said, the stainless feature is better than a nonstick that will start decomposing in 5-6 years, and the heat is good, and nicely adjustable. Clean up is very easy, especially after a little soaking.
If you are not as fussy as I, this may suit you. If you enjoy wok coooking for its health benefits, and as an aesthetic pursuit, move on to another brand. And tell me which one does it right- I haven't found one yet (that is electric).
Description of Rival WS73 7.3-Quart Stainless Steel Electric Wok with Tempura Rack
Want a surefire remedy for a dull party? Bring the cooking to the table and let the fun begin! Conversation will be lively and guests will be hungry whether they sit back and watch or join in the cooking. There's plenty of room in this handsome wok so go ahead and invite more than a couple of guests. The 1300 watts of power ensures that they won't have to wait long to enjoy a delicious meal. After the last goodbye simply put the wok and the lid into the dishwasher, find a comfy chair and relax!Beauty meets function in this 7-quart electric wok from Rival. Designed to stand up to frequent use, the wok is constructed from commercial grade 18/10 stainless steel, so it's nick- and scratch-resistant. Its generous bowl features gently sloping sides and a flat bottom, while the detachable temperature control lets you fine-tune your heat setting from warmup to 400 degrees F. The wok's wide handles are comfortable and heat-resistant, and its banded glass lid lets you view foods as they cook. One of this wok's best features is its easy cleanup--just remove the temperature control and run the whole unit through the dishwasher. The set also includes a removable stainless-steel tempura rack and a set of colorful chopsticks. --Emily Bedard
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