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Tuesday, June 14, 2016


5 out of 5 Stars
I have been looking for a new wok for my kitchen so I was very excited to get the opportunity to give this one a shot.  This is my second Ozeri Pan so far, so I already have experience with this company. As with the other pan. This one feels to be a well-made pan. I only used it a couple times so far, but I am very pleased with the results.  I wanted to get my initial review impression of this Wok after a few uses, I will update my review in a few months after I have used it a bit more & let you all know how the Non-Stick surface holds up, since I noticed some reviews saying after a couple months they had issues with the nonstick wearing away. I always treat my non stick with care & these pans are no different so if I notice any reduction in the non stick surface I will be sure to adjust my review accordingly.  As it stands now, I’m extremely pleased with this pan & am thrilled to have a wok again. I also recently got the opportunity to get a cast iron wok as well, but Cast Iron is whole different animal in terms of cooking LOL.. (Also not something I would be using on a regular basis). This pan offers me the convenience of cooking with a wok with a bonus of nonstick surface for my everyday use. I love the fact that the Ozeri Pans come with their own protection pad for storage so you don’t have to go out an get one. That is one of the biggest mistakes nonstick pan owners tend to make & one of the first things you forget about... Next thing you know you’re putting another pan inside it in the cabinet and BAM…the scratches begin!



SOME TIPS
1 - Get rid of cooking sprays, unless you want to frequently scrub the pan free of the residue that builds up in areas where the spray doesn't cook off (think sticky sides of the pan that just won't come clean with soap and water). Alternatively, try an oil mister you can refill with the oil of your choice and avoid the additives in traditional sprays which cause build up (soy lecithin, for one).

2 - Do not put the pan in the dishwasher. I know some claim to be dishwasher-safe, but the high heat and strong dish washing detergents weather a pan far quicker than elbow grease alone. Always hand wash!
3 – In regards to the loss of nonstick. If your pan coating loses some of its nonstick properties with repeated use try cleaning with lemon juice or vinegar & a paper towel or soft cloth after the next few uses, after that, repeat periodically to restore it before throwing in the towel, it may just need some extra TLC

Pros:
Safe Nonstick coating created with GREBLON ceramic. 100% PTFE, PFOA and APEO free (no heavy metals or chemicals). Sturdy construction. Magnetized bottom for rapid heat transfer on induction stoves, and a heat resistant Bakelite handle
Cons:
As with the other Ozeri pan, I noticed other reviews that have stated that their nonstick coating didn’t last more than a couple months. I have not had this issue as of yet, but feel it is worth mentioning in order to provide a detailed & helpful review. I will be updating my review in a few months & if I notice in the future that this degrades faster than expected I will update my review accordingly. I would also like to note though that is you have had this issue, give the lemon juice or vinegar & a paper towel or soft cloth method a try 



So far I would be happy to recommend this pan for anyone looking for 100% PTFE, PFOA and APEO free alternative to the average nonstick pan. I will remind you that special care is recommended to maintain the coating. At the moment, this pan is a wonder & I’m loving it.. I will update my review if that changes in the future.  


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