De Buyer Mineral B Carbon Steel Wok 32cm
Product Description
The De Buyer Mineral B 32cm wok is a traditional round-based carbon steel wok, part of De Buyer's established Mineral B range. Carbon steel has long been a preferred material...
Specifications
- Capacity
- 3.7 Ltr
- Colour
- Silver
- Diameter
- 320
- Dimensions
- 91.5(H) x 320(W)mm
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Product Description
The De Buyer Mineral B 32cm wok is a traditional round-based carbon steel wok, part of De Buyer's established Mineral B range. Carbon steel has long been a preferred material in professional kitchens for wok cookery — it heats quickly, responds immediately to changes in temperature, and develops a natural seasoning over time that improves with use.
In a working kitchen, that responsiveness matters. Wok cookery depends on rapid heat transfer and the ability to move between high-heat searing and gentler finishing without lag. Carbon steel handles this well. The 3.7-litre capacity makes this a practical choice for à la carte cooking and batch preparation of stir-fried or tossed dishes, though it is proportioned for individual portions or small batches rather than large-volume production. The dual-handle design gives controlled, stable handling when moving a loaded pan between stations or heat sources.
Practical advantages for day-to-day kitchen use include:
- Compatible with all heat sources, including induction hobs
- Natural seasoning builds with use, improving non-stick performance over time
- Dual handles support confident handling when the pan is loaded
- Wide base provides stability across flat-top and ring burners
- Lightweight relative to cast iron, reducing fatigue during service
At 1.81kg, the pan is manageable for extended service periods. Carbon steel does require seasoning before first use and ongoing maintenance — it should be dried thoroughly after washing and lightly oiled if stored for any length of time. It is not suited to prolonged acidic cooking, which can strip the seasoning layer.
This wok is well suited to smaller operations, à la carte sections, and kitchens where wok cookery is a regular part of the menu. For sites needing a larger working volume or heavier-gauge construction for very high-frequency use, a larger or heavier-duty option may be worth considering.
If you are unsure whether this size and specification fits your kitchen's workflow, we are happy to talk it through before you order.
Key Features
- Carbon steel construction heats rapidly and responds immediately to temperature changes
- Compatible with all heat sources including induction hobs
- Dual-handle design provides stable, controlled handling under load
- 3.7-litre capacity suited to à la carte portions and small batch cooking
- Develops a natural seasoning layer that improves non-stick performance over time
Operational Benefits
- Fast heat response supports precise cooking control during busy service periods
- Induction compatibility fits kitchens using mixed or modern heat sources
- Dual handles reduce risk of spills when moving between stations
- Lightweight at 1.81kg, reducing fatigue across a full service shift
- Seasoned surface improves with regular use, reducing the need for added fat
Specifications
- Capacity
- 3.7 Ltr
- Colour
- Silver
- Diameter
- 320
- Dimensions
- 91.5(H) x 320(W)mm
- Freezer safe
- No
- Induction
- Induction Ready
- Material
- Carbon Steel
- Microwave safe
- No
- Oven proof
- No
- Warranty
- 1 Year
- Weight
- 1.81kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Yes, the Mineral B carbon steel construction is compatible with all heat sources, including induction. Carbon steel is inherently induction-friendly, so no additional diffuser or adapter is required.
- It does require a little more attention. Carbon steel should be seasoned before first use, dried immediately after washing, and lightly oiled if left unused for a period. In return, it develops a natural non-stick layer over time and outlasts many stainless alternatives in wok cookery applications. Most kitchens that use it regularly find the maintenance straightforward once it becomes part of the routine.
- The 32cm size with a 3.7-litre capacity is well proportioned for à la carte service and smaller batch cooking. For kitchens producing high volumes of wok dishes continuously throughout a service period, a larger diameter or heavier-gauge pan may offer better throughput — worth discussing with us if volume is a key consideration.