What is a patina?
One of the best parts of owning a MAKO Wok is the natural patina that will build over time on the surface of your wok. This adds flavour, increases the natural non-stick ability and enhances the cooking experience. Each time you use your wok, this patina will build further.
To maintain your patina, it is important to carefully follow our cleaning and aftercare instructions.
What does patina look like?
As your patina builds, you will see your wok transform. Instead of the matte black finish you saw fresh out of the box, your wok will develop shiny, silvery and burnished qualities. This is the desirable look and finish.
What stovetops does it work on?
Because of the flat bottom, it works on all stovetops, including induction.
Can I put it in the dishwasher?
No! Please don’t put your MAKO in the dishwasher as this will damage both the wood handles and the patina layer. The Mako is very easy to clean with our handy wok brush.
Why is the wok pre-seasoned? What does this mean?
It can often take years to develop a proper seasoning on a plain carbon steel surface and be quite difficult to achieve. By pre-seasoning the MAKO Black Steel 14, we’ve accelerated the seasoning process. Meaning your wok will perform as it should – immediately – straight out of the box.
How do we pre-season the wok?
Our unique black steel is created using natural oils and heat treatment to create the natural, chemical-free, pre-seasoned wok.
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