2020 Review of the Lodge 14-inch cast iron wok. From Wok with Tak

My first cast iron wok is a Lodge 14-inch cast iron wok. I purchased it out of curiosity because one of my students asked me whether she could stir-fry in a cast iron skillet. I tested it in my 12-inch cast iron skillet, and it did not work. Therefore, I bought the Lodge 14-inch cast iron wok to try out. I was skeptical in the beginning, but I like it more and more each time when I use it. A year later, I have bought 2 additional cast iron woks, and I enjoy using them every time. I decided to do a 2020 review of the Lodge 14-inch cast iron wok to update my experiences in cooking with this wok for over 50 times.

[@juliehagie3865]

I hope you never stop making your videos. I watch all of them and go back to them also.

[@easttennesseeexpat7545]

I have used this wok for six years and 1) have never succeeded in burning any food; 2) never had to do more than rinse it with hot water during cleanup. It is as much weight as I can hold with one hand, while scraping its contents into a platter or leftover container. Some people object to the weight but the large mass is probably the reason that nothing ever burns on high heat. I find the wok is very stable on my electric stove. Tofu is not something I usually look forward to eating but I confess it looks tempting as you have prepared it in this video. Thank you for sharing such great content in your videos!

[@lauralbriar]

I bought this wok bashed on a previous review of this cast iron wok - and I love it! Thank you so much - with this wok and your excellent cooking methods and recipes are happy in the kitchen every day! :D

[@DJBoise]

Thank you for the recommendation, just bought this wok and love it. I am a big fan of lodge and it's a good addition to my collection.

[@theonetruemorty4078]

I just ordered one of these a few days ago. Looking forward to using it. It immediately struck me as a very attractive wok and one that would be well suited for induction heating.

[@matthewprazan5772]

Beautiful. I couldn't ask for a more perfect video to help explain this

[@YYchen713]

Just got it! Yes, it is veeeeery heavy! but I admit it I fell in love with the design and beauty of the wok! I will check your video for how to start use it

[@G1Bryce]

Thank you for these videos. You're very informative.

[@theleastsignificantbit4794]

Thank you for this review!

[@patd6370]

What's your opinion of Lodge Chef Collection 12 Inch Cast Iron Stir Fry Skillet? It has an assist handle whereas, the 14-inch wok does not.

[@sewfun211]

Thank you for your review. What metal spoon/spatula do you use in this video to stir as you cook in the wok?

[@devonfan3765]

Thank you for this amazing review!!!

[@ps8193]

I’m using small wok of same lodge company. I use it on day to day basis. Have been using it for a month only now. But recently when I wash it and apply oil I see black residue. What should I do? Or what wrong have I done?

[@SterlingStudios]

Where did you get your silicone handle covers?

[@uzdik.student]

Does it have a glass lid?

[@aliceidaramvall9925]

Any 14” lid should work.

[@janakimookiah5145]

Where can V buy this

[@jrcimini]

I've owned this wok quite a few years and the weight is the only negative but its the closest thing you can get to wok hei on a low BTU burner. If I had the room I'd get an induction cooktop and keep it there all the time. I'll have to try the chicken/tofu combination because the dishes looked appetizing and cleanup looked easy.

[@JM-ww8vr]

Don’t you think carbon steel woks can do a great job in creating the wok hei as well? Which one do you prefer and why?

[@jrcimini]

@@JM-ww8vr Yes I do if the BTUs are high enough. A western stoves highest BTU is usually 15000, whereas an eastern stove designed for a wok has at least 50000 BTU. I prefer a carbon steel with a high BTU burner.

[@siddharthshah6307]

Love this video!

[@freedomfirst5420]

I love my traditional Chinese carbon steel woks, I've tried other types, including cast iron. In my experience and opinion, carbon steel is the best!

[@austinboba]

this guy is a goat

[@Shane-zl9ry]

Takes longer to wash the wok than it does to cook. ha