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The Essential Wok Companion cookbook with a black wok illustration on a pink and blue cover.
Black background with white text listing cooking techniques: stir-fry, noodles, char, simmer, steam, smoke, fry, each paired with a page number.
Wok with cooked prawns, sliced red chili, and green onions on a dark wood surface
Fresh roasted cherry tomatoes stacked on creamy feta cheese, drizzled with balsamic glaze
Chinese broccoli (gai lan) preparation steps: whole stalks, trimmed stems, diagonally sliced stems, and cut leafy tops on a dark background.
Person lifting smoky wok lid on gas stove in modern kitchen, black and white photo
Caesar salad with grilled chicken, crispy bacon, soft-boiled egg, parmesan, and croutons on dark plate
Charred green shishito peppers with flakes and rising steam on a glossy black background.
Top view of rump steak and pork fillet cuts on dark background, showing slicing directions and muscle grain for precise meat preparation.
Assorted gourmet mushrooms on black reflective surface, close-up food photography
Grilled white fish fillets topped with herb sauce and chopped nuts on a dark plate
Charred iceberg lettuce wedge salad with diced tomatoes, crispy bacon, creamy dressing on black plate
Stir fry vegetables and meat in a black wok with wooden handles on a dark background
The Essential Wok Companion cookbook with a black wok illustration on a pink and blue cover.
Black background with white text listing cooking techniques: stir-fry, noodles, char, simmer, steam, smoke, fry, each paired with a page number.
Wok with cooked prawns, sliced red chili, and green onions on a dark wood surface
Fresh roasted cherry tomatoes stacked on creamy feta cheese, drizzled with balsamic glaze
Chinese broccoli (gai lan) preparation steps: whole stalks, trimmed stems, diagonally sliced stems, and cut leafy tops on a dark background.
Person lifting smoky wok lid on gas stove in modern kitchen, black and white photo
Caesar salad with grilled chicken, crispy bacon, soft-boiled egg, parmesan, and croutons on dark plate
Charred green shishito peppers with flakes and rising steam on a glossy black background.
Top view of rump steak and pork fillet cuts on dark background, showing slicing directions and muscle grain for precise meat preparation.
Assorted gourmet mushrooms on black reflective surface, close-up food photography
Grilled white fish fillets topped with herb sauce and chopped nuts on a dark plate
Charred iceberg lettuce wedge salad with diced tomatoes, crispy bacon, creamy dressing on black plate
Stir fry vegetables and meat in a black wok with wooden handles on a dark background

The Essential Wok Companion

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Become bewitched by the art of wok cooking and the deliciousness it holds.

This book is here to inspire you, and to elevate and emphasise the beauty in this everyday kitchen utensil: the wok. Each chapter is dedicated to a particular style of wok cooking - stir-fries, noodles, char, simmer, steam, smoke and fry. More than just recipes to follow, The Essential Wok Companion gives you the technical tools and confidence to get the best flavours from your wok. From in-depth visual information and how-to sections on cutting meat and vegetables, to advice on how to look after your wok and what oil to use.

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Who is this book for?

People who love wok cooking and want to level up their skills. Cooking enthusiasts who are keen to experiment with recipes and techniques that are unexpected.
Product Specifications

The Essential Wok Companion

  • Hardcover
  • Full colour
  • 248 pages
  • 290mm(H) x 245mm(W) (Portrait)
  • Grosgrain ribbon bookmark
  • First Published in 2024 by Oriana Press

Copyright © Marion Grasby 2024

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What our customers are saying

4.9
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
Based on 95 reviews
Total 5 star reviews: 92 Total 4 star reviews: 2 Total 3 star reviews: 0 Total 2 star reviews: 1 Total 1 star reviews: 0
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Customers say this wok cookbook is beautifully designed with stunning photography and high-quality presentation. Many reviews mention it doubles as an attractive coffee table book. Users appreciate the comprehensive guidance on wok techniques, ingredient explanations, and cooking tips that make Asian cooking accessible for beginners. Common feedback includes praise for the easy-to-follow recipes with excellent results. Frequent comments address the book's educational value, covering everything from ingredient preparation to cooking methods. Reviewers consistently highlight the visual appeal and practical information, with many noting they've successfully tried multiple recipes. The book appears well-suited for both novice and experienced cooks seeking to improve their wok skills.
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95 reviews
  • EE
    Elizabeth E.
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    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    April 21, 2026
    Beautiful keepsake

    Beautifylly illustrated, imformative book, lovely addition to the kit

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  • TA
    Tony A.
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    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    June 1, 2026
    great

    great

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  • AM
    Ann M. J.
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    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    May 26, 2026
    Great companion

    Beautiful pictures easy to follow and most importantly easy to reproduce recipes

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  • SB
    Susan B.
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    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    April 12, 2026
    A beautiful book

    An absolutely beautiful book. Beautifully presented, amazing photography, lots of well laid out information and beautiful recipes. I look forward to working my way through it.

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  • B
    Bruce
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    January 22, 2026
    5 Stars

    Great

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