Hard-anodized nonstick wok with glass lid and stainless steel handle

12" Pre-Seasoned Carbon Steel Wok

$144.00
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Hard-anodized nonstick wok with glass lid and stainless steel handle
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  • Hard-anodized nonstick wok with glass lid and stainless steel handle
  • Fresh broccoli florets steaming in a metal steamer basket inside a dark nonstick pan
  • Chef adding fresh parsley to steamed mussels in a wok on a portable gas burner
  • Hard-anodized carbon steel wok with stainless steel long handle and helper handle
  • Nonstick wok with stainless steel handle and helper handle, top-down view
12" Pre-Seasoned Carbon Steel Wok

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12" Pre-Seasoned Carbon Steel Wok

12‑Inch Pre‑Seasoned Carbon Steel Wok

$144.00

A true all-purpose wok that sears, stir-fries, steams, deep fries, and more. Pre-seasoned and ready to cook right out of the box.
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Features
  • 2.0mm carbon steel for fast heating and a naturally nonstick patina over time
  • Pre-seasoned surface, ready to cook out of the box
  • Spun construction with subtle ridges for classic wok cooking
  • Stay-cool handles for easy tossing and tilting
  • Flat bottom for gas, electric, and induction cooktops
  • 12-inch size optimized for home stovetops
  • Silicone-rimmed glass lid to trap steam while you cook
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Oven Safe up to 500°F

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Induction Compatible

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Hand Wash Only
Use & Care
  • Oven safe up to 500°F / 260°C
  • Induction compatible
  • For best results, always pre-heat your pan for 1-2 minutes and cook with a small amount of oil (½ to 1 Tbsp)
  • Hand wash only with non-metallic sponge or scrubber. If using soap, just a few drops will do. 
  • Dry thoroughly after washing
  • Visit our Help Hub for more on how to use and care for this pan.
Specifications

Total Length: 22.4 in. / 569 mm
Handle Length: 8 in. / 203 mm
Diameter: 12 in. / 305 mm
Height: 3.5 in. / 89 mm
Weight: 3.62 lb / 1.64 kg
Thickness (Base): 2.0 mm
Construction: Carbon Steel
Country of Production: PRC
Seasoning Ingredients: Corn Oil

If purchased prior to 6/4/24, ingredients were: Soybean Oil, Canola Oil, Sunflower Oil, Peanut Oil, Rice Oil, Corn Oil, Sesame Oil, Linseed Oil. Please note allergens soy and peanuts.
Warranty

All Misen products come with a lifetime warranty against defects. Misen will replace any defective products. Learn more about our warranty policy here and what's covered.

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Why It’s Great

Better With Every Cook

Carbon steel develops a naturally nonstick surface the more you cook on it. One of the few kitchen tools that actually improves with use.

Flat on the Bottom

Unlike traditional rounded woks, ours has a flat base, making it compatible with just about every type of stove top.

Handle Stays Cool Despite the Heat

An ergonomic, stay-cool handle means you're not reaching for a towel or an oven mitt every time you need to move the pan.

Your Seasoned Pro

Pre-seasoned, aka ready to rip right out of the box.

No need to spend hours burning on layers of oil. Our 2.0mm carbon steel comes pre-seasoned and develops a naturally nonstick patina the more you cook on it.
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Stir-Fry's Just the Start

This pan doesn’t care what’s for dinner.

Sear, steam, stir-fry, and deep fry. A flat bottom keeps it steady on any cooktop—gas, electric, or induction—and the included glass lid traps steam whenever you need it.

Questions?

Do I need to season it?

Nope — the Misen Carbon Steel Wok is pre-seasoned, so you can start cooking with it right away. We recommend a quick hand-wash with soap and warm water before the first use.

What is “seasoning” and what does “pre-seasoned” mean?

A pan’s “seasoning” refers to the build-up of fats that bake into its metals over time. These layers of fats create a smooth surface that requires very little extra cooking fat to prevent food from sticking. It’s the same thing as a patina on a well-loved cast-iron pan: the more you cook with it, the stronger and more nonstick the pan becomes as it builds up more and more layers of fats.

By pre-seasoning the wok as part of our manufacturing process, we’ve established a strong base layer of seasoning for you. Then, its seasoning will continue to get stronger as you cook with it.
Is it oven-safe?

Yes! This Wok is oven-safe to 500º F / 260º C.
Can I cook high-acid foods in it?

Small amounts of acidic ingredients — like wine or vinegar — are okay to use in the wok.

But we recommend avoiding cooking large amounts of acidic foods (such as tomato sauce) in the wok, as these can cause the buildup of your seasoning to deteriorate.
How do I clean it?

We recommend cleaning with warm water and a non-metallic brush or scrubber. Avoid using soap or the dishwasher, which can cause the seasoning to deteriorate. Towel dry right away to prevent rusting.
My wok isn’t as nonstick as my nonstick pan. Why?

Naturally seasoned carbon steel is a little different from a commercial nonstick coating. It's created by a build-up of fats that bake into the metal, making it more and more nonstick the more you cook with it. We recommend using some cooking fat when you cook with your wok, and it’s always a good idea to properly preheat the pan over medium heat before adding any fat or food.
How big/heavy is it?

Weight: 5lb 11oz (2.58 kg) with lid, 3lb 10oz (1.64 kg) without lid
Wok Diameter: 12 inches (30.5 cm)
Total Length including Handle: 22.4 inches (56.9 cm)
Does it work on induction cooktops?

Yes, the Wok is made with induction-compatible carbon steel and designed with a flat base that will work on any cooktop: gas, electric, ceramic, you name it.
What kind of fat or oil is used in the pan’s preseasoning?

Our factory uses a blended oil to create our wok’s pre-seasoning. It’s a combination of soybean, rapeseed, sunflower, peanut, rice, corn, sesame, and linseed oil.
My wok isn’t nonstick anymore, what do I do?

The base seasoning layer on the wok is pretty tough, but here’s what to do if it needs a touch-up:

1. Place your clean, dry wok over medium heat for a few minutes to warm up.
2. Use a clean towel or paper towel to rub a few drops of a high-smoke point oil into the wok interior.
3. Continue wiping away the excess oil while it’s over the heat (your wok surface should appear dry, instead of oily or wet)—it may smoke lightly, which is fine! Then remove from the heat and allow it to cool.

Customer Reviews

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  • Jose V.
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    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2 weeks ago
    Excellent purchase

    I really like it.

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  • Laurie N.
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    4 weeks ago
    Wok

    After an unfortunate shipping accident, the first wok arrived with a crushed lid.

    Misen replaced the damaged wok immediately after receiving photos of the one that didn't make it. I've used it once to make fried rice a d it cleaned up beautifully. Very heavy weight, but perfect size. I bought to replace an old non-stick wok that was shedding its surface into the food.

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  • Peter C.
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    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2 months ago
    Wok!

    Nice size for 2 people! Quality is nice, weight good, lid works well!

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  • Cinda B.
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    I recommend this product
    Product Standouts even heat distribution, easy to clean, premium materials, sleek design, clear instructions
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    3 months ago
    Carbon steel wok

    I had been looking for a wok , non-stick but no chemical coating, toxic material. This pan met our needs and expanded our cookware items. Appreciate the size, well rounded versatility

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  • KK W.
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    12" Pre-Seasoned Carbon Steel Wok
    I recommend this product
    Product Standouts stovetop compatible, nice weight, sleek design, premium materials
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    3 months ago
    The Wok I Needed for My Induction Stovetop

    I've cooked with traditional woks and rings on gas stoves for almost 50 years. When I bought a stove with a glass top a few years ago, I really missed the experience of cooking with my wok. Flat sauce pans just didn't give me the same result. Then my favorite OG TV Chef mentioned the Misen nitrided carbon steel pans. I checked out the website — and spotted the flat-bottomed 12" wok.

    I'm in love. This wok can do everything a traditional wok does — and do it all on my induction stove top. I know what I'm giving family and friends as gifts this year!

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12‑Inch Pre‑Seasoned Carbon Steel Wok

The 12" Pre-Seasoned Carbon Steel Wok is built to be a true all-purpose wok for home cooking: sear, stir-fry, steam, deep fry, and more, all in one pan. Because it arrives pre-seasoned and ready to cook right out of the box, you can get straight to high-heat cooking while the surface continues to develop a naturally nonstick patina over time. If you are comparing materials or building out a matched setup, it also fits neatly alongside the rest of Misen’s carbon steel cookware and the broader cookware lineup.

Carbon steel is all about responsiveness, and this wok uses 2.0 mm carbon steel to heat fast and keep up with quick temperature changes. That matters for classic wok techniques where you want a ripping-hot surface for browning, then the ability to ease off heat to finish tender vegetables or sauces. As you cook, the patina builds naturally, helping food release more easily with time.

The shape and details are designed for real stovetops. A flat bottom helps it sit securely on gas, electric, and induction cooktops, and the 12-inch size is optimized for home burners. The spun construction includes subtle ridges for classic wok cooking, and the stay-cool handles make it easier to tilt and toss when you are moving ingredients quickly.

It also comes with a silicone-rimmed glass lid to trap steam while you cook, which is handy when you want to switch from stir-frying to steaming without changing pans. When a recipe calls for finishing in the oven, this wok is oven safe up to 500°F, so you can take it from stovetop to oven without a transfer.

For day-to-day maintenance, follow the product guidance: hand wash only with a non-metallic sponge or scrubber, use only a few drops of soap if you choose to use soap, and dry thoroughly after washing. For deeper tips on maintaining performance over time, the Preseasoned Carbon Care guide is the best reference.

Frequently Asked Questions About carbon steel woks

What can I cook in this 12-inch carbon steel wok?

It is designed as an all-purpose wok for searing, stir-frying, steaming, and deep frying. The included glass lid helps trap steam when you want to cover food, and the carbon steel construction is suited to the high-heat cooking styles woks are known for.

Is this wok ready to use right away?

Yes. It has a pre-seasoned surface and is described as ready to cook right out of the box. With continued cooking, it will build a naturally nonstick patina over time, which can improve release as the surface develops.

Will it work on induction, and can it go in the oven?

It is induction compatible and also works on gas and electric cooktops thanks to its flat bottom. It is oven safe up to 500°F, which is useful for recipes that start with stovetop searing or stir-frying and finish with oven heat.

How should I clean it after cooking?

The care instructions specify hand wash only, using a non-metallic sponge or scrubber. If you use soap, stick to just a few drops, then dry thoroughly after washing. For more complete guidance, refer to Misen’s pre-seasoned carbon care instructions.