Wok Iron Excellence Ken Hom

The real deal! The Ken Hom carbon steel wok is the perfect iron wok to achieve great results cooking in the traditional way. Being an authentic traditional wok, made of iron with thin walls, you get to heat up quickly in no time, which means you can sear food quickly when it comes into contact with it, thus retaining all the nutrients and flavor. Iron also retains heat excellently. This way, you achieve a fabulous and authentic wok cooking experience.

It is made of carbon steel without any non-stick coating, making it completely healthy and natural. It has a wooden handle with a loop on the other end for easier handling. Also, it is suitable for all types of cooktops, including induction.

The Wok (kuo in Mandarin) literally means "a vessel in which food is cooked" and is a utensil originating from China. It has the perfect shape for stir-frying, stewing, boiling, or steaming. Its great versatility allows for a wide range of culinary possibilities. Its wide and deep shape creates different temperature zones: hotter at the base, where food browns quickly, and milder on the sides to keep food warm once cooked.

What you should know about Ken Hom

Ken Hom CBE is one of the leading international figures in Asian cuisine. Chef, teacher, and author of numerous best-selling books, he has spent over four decades bringing Chinese cooking and the art of the wok to millions of homes worldwide.

His passion began in childhood, in Chicago’s Chinatown, where he grew up surrounded by aromas, flavors, and culinary traditions. Since then, his career has made him a true ambassador of Asian gastronomy: he has published over 30 books, hosted TV shows that have inspired generations, and received prestigious honors such as being named Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) for his contribution to culinary culture.

Ken Hom’s woks reflect his philosophy: combining tradition and practicality, offering high-quality, durable, safe, and accessible cooking tools. Each wok is designed to make stir-frying vegetables, meats, fish, or Asian-inspired dishes simple, quick, and delicious.

With a Ken Hom wok, you not only get a versatile pan but also the legacy of a chef who has dedicated his life to teaching that wok cooking is healthy, efficient, and full of flavor.

International recognition

Ken Hom has been recognized worldwide for his career: he is a Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE), has received an honorary doctorate from Oxford Brookes University, a Michelin star for his restaurant MEE in Rio de Janeiro, and international awards such as the Peabody Award and the Lifetime Achievement Award for his contribution to culinary culture.

Why we like the Ken Hom carbon steel wok Ken Hom

1. Heats up and retains heat quickly and distributes it perfectly thanks to its body made of carbon steel, ideal for cooking the right way in a wok.
2. It has a beautiful wooden handle, very pleasant to the touch and insulated from heat.
3. Also, it offers a very comfortable grip for handling the wok.
   
4. It’s a fabulous wok to enjoy wok cooking, nothing more, nothing less, in the pure oriental style.