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Using same wok as for shrimp, add snow peas and stir-fry 1 minute.
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Linda Gassenheimer, Boston Herald, 12 Feb. 2025
Dishes like orange chicken and General Tso’s chicken became part of the greater American culinary vernacular in the woks of the Panda restaurants.
—Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 20 Feb. 2025
To stir fry, place a wok or stir-fry pan over high heat until hot and add 1 1/2 tablespoons oil, swirling to coat sides.
—Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 24 Jan. 2025
Stir-fry: Stir-frying cooks food quickly over high heat in a wok or large pan, using a small amount of oil and frequent stirring to prevent sticking and burning.
—Johna Burdeos, Health, 20 Jan. 2025
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Linda Gassenheimer, Boston Herald, 12 Feb. 2025
Dishes like orange chicken and General Tso’s chicken became part of the greater American culinary vernacular in the woks of the Panda restaurants.
—Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 20 Feb. 2025
To stir fry, place a wok or stir-fry pan over high heat until hot and add 1 1/2 tablespoons oil, swirling to coat sides.
—Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 24 Jan. 2025
Stir-fry: Stir-frying cooks food quickly over high heat in a wok or large pan, using a small amount of oil and frequent stirring to prevent sticking and burning.
—Johna Burdeos, Health, 20 Jan. 2025
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“Wok.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wok. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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wok
noun
: a large bowl-shaped cooking utensil used especially in making Chinese food
Etymology
Chinese
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