How is my cast iron wok manufactured?
I recently purchased a cast iron wok made in China. It is manufactured in a way that is supposedly very common in China. However, I'm puzzled by the differences between this cast iron wok and other cast iron cookware I've seen.
My wok is not pre-seasoned, but it has a very black color in the interior. Further, I don't think the black material is just a coating, because I rubbed a spot with a green Scotch-Brite scouring pad and it didn't remove the black material. My wok is also much thinner than other cast iron cookware. (see below)
On the other hand, the cast iron that I'm used to always has a grey color when it is unseasoned. (see below)
Why is my cast iron wok black despite being unseasoned? And why does it have what resembles cracks and brush strokes?
Update: if it helps, here is a link to the exact product description.
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How do you manufacture cast iron?
Manufacture of Cast-Iron: The cast-iron is manufactured by re-melting pig-iron with coke and limestone. This re-melting is done in a furnace known as the cupola furnace. It is more or less same as the blast furnace, but it is smaller in size. Its shape is cylindrical with diameter of about 1 m and height of about 5 m.Where is cast iron cookware made?
If you've ever wondered just where your cast iron skillet came from, come along and see! Lodge has been doing business and crafting cast iron cookware in South Pittsburg, Tennessee, since 1896. Joseph Lodge founded the company, and it has stayed in the family ever since.Is cast iron wok safe to use?
Cast iron pans are popular, especially for searing, and are generally safe to use. But they can leach iron, which is a strong pro-oxidant. Those genetically at risk for iron overload should learn more about cast iron safety.What is cast iron wok made of?
Cast iron wok This material is a mixture of both iron and carbon, with carbon being in a higher percentage. Generally, they are heavier. Unfortunately, they are a poor heat conductor.How Cast Iron Pans Are Made by Hand at Borough Furnace — Handmade
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