STAUB Cast Iron Wok with Glass Lid, Grey, 30 cm
Gift type: Cookware
Perfect pick for: home cooking, Asian cuisine, culinary enthusiasts, kitchenware collectors, gourmet food lovers
Estimated Price: £162.96
Transform your kitchen into a celebration of culinary tradition and passion with the STAUB Cast Iron Wok in sophisticated grey.
Crafted in the culinary heartlands of Alsace, France, this 30 cm wok is perfect for stir frying, deep frying and steaming a variety of dishes. Its cast iron construction ensures even heat distribution and excellent heat retention, essential for developing deep flavours and perfect caramelisation on the matte black enamel interior. This rough enamel surface is scratch-resistant and becomes naturally non-stick over time with use.
The wok features two short side handles and comes with a glass lid and stainless steel rack, enhancing its steaming and frying versatility. Designed to work seamlessly on all hob types including induction, gas and electric, it is also safe to use in the oven and under the grill. Finished with a durable coloured enamel exterior that adds elegant character, the wok remains a beautiful piece to serve at the table.
Backed by a lifetime warranty for domestic use and crafted with Staub's signature quality, this wok is both a practical and timeless kitchen companion.
- Material: Heavy-duty cast iron with coloured enamel exterior
- Size: 30 cm rim diameter, 15 cm height, 4.4 litre capacity
- Interior: Matte black enamel for flavour development and scratch resistance
- Includes: Glass lid and stainless steel rack for steaming and frying
- Compatibility: Safe for induction, gas, electric, oven and grill use
- Handles: Two short side handles for secure handling
- Weight: Approximately 4.27 kg for excellent heat retention
- Colour: Elegant grey enamel finish
- Care: Easy to clean, develops non-stick patina with use
- Made in France with lifetime domestic warranty against defects
The STAUB Cast Iron Wok impresses with its exceptional build quality and performance that meets the demands of both professional and home cooks. Robust and heavy, this wok delivers reliable even heating thanks to its cast iron construction, allowing for perfect stir fry and deep fry results without hotspots or burning. The matte black enamel interior not only enhances the flavour through superior caramelisation but is also durable, scratch-resistant and becomes increasingly non-stick as it develops a patina from regular use.
👀 Read more...Users praise the wok’s versatile design, which comes complete with a glass lid and stainless steel rack, perfect for steaming and draining fried foods. The dual side handles provide a secure grip, and the flat base ensures stability on all cooktops including induction, gas and electric. Many reviews highlight the elegant grey enamel finish which adds a stylish touch to the kitchen and the table.
While some customers noted initial stickiness and missing utensils promised in marketing, these drawbacks are generally outweighed by the wok’s outstanding cooking performance and heat retention. The wok is hefty, but this heft is an asset in preserving heat which leads to energy-efficient cooking and enhanced flavour. Overall, the STAUB Cast Iron Wok is seen as a valuable investment for those serious about Asian cuisine and versatile frying.