My son has scratched my wok. Now it's rusting. Can it be restored or should I throw it away?
It says Made in Japan. It's heavy and matte black. Can't post the pic due to size limitations.
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Yes, you can restore it.
Clean the whole wok. Wash with soap and dry it. Apply a small coat of oil and put it on high. Let it burn (ventilate the kitchen).
Repeat the process of applying a small coat of oil and putting it on high another two or three times.
Done.
Edit: As noted by @GdD, this method cannot be applied to non-stick woks.
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Yes, you can restore it. Clean the whole wok. Wash with soap and dry it. Apply a small coat of oil and put it on high.Can you salvage a rusty wok?
A-You certainly can save a wok in which rust has developed. And you should be able to prevent this from happening again. To clean a rusted pan: Rub a pad (you will need several) of fine steel wool with a soap such as Fels Naphtha (available in most supermarkets).How do you restore a rusty wok?
After any thorough washing (or if you don't use your wok every day), it is best to add a bit of vegetable oil to your wok after it has dried out. If you do see some rust form the next time you use it, it is likely that it was not completely dried or you may not have used enough oil.Can I SCRATCH MY WOK With My Stainless Steel Wok Spatula?
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Answer 2
Given the cost of most asian wok, it would be more cost effective to purchase a new one than restoring a damaged wok. Assuming it's not-non-stick or not-coated, you can season the wok as if it's a carbon steel or cast iron pan. Scrub off the rust in hot water until water is clear; then best with non processed oil like animal fat or lard frying with onion and perhaps some salt under high heat until the wok turns dark.
Answer 3
Use Crisco to season your wok. Also, a little rust can be rinsed away and the wok will eventually season itself if you avoid metal scrubbers and clean it with a bamboo wok brush and remember to dry it and just keep using it over time.
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