carbon steel
noun
: a strong hard steel that derives its physical properties from the presence of carbon and is used in hand tools and kitchen utensils
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The 18-inch carbon steel blade could hit rocks and tough tree limbs without chipping, yet was sharp enough to do more precise gardening work.
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Rachel Ahrnsen, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 May 2024
The 594-square-inch surface is carbon steel, which is quick to heat and easy to clean.
—Lindsay Boyers, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 July 2023
This set comes with Our Place’s pre-seasoned carbon steel wok, wok accessories (like a spatula, steamer, cooking chopsticks, and lid), and a limited edition Year of the Dragon Triple Threat Set (Fly by Jing’s Sichuan Chili Crisp, Zhong Sauce, and Chengdu Crunch).
—Sarah Yang, Sunset Magazine, 1 Feb. 2024
Seasoning and caring for a carbon-steel wok Like cast iron, carbon steel is prone to rusting.
—Emily Farris, Bon Appétit, 11 Jan. 2024
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Rachel Ahrnsen, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 May 2024
The 594-square-inch surface is carbon steel, which is quick to heat and easy to clean.
—Lindsay Boyers, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 July 2023
This set comes with Our Place’s pre-seasoned carbon steel wok, wok accessories (like a spatula, steamer, cooking chopsticks, and lid), and a limited edition Year of the Dragon Triple Threat Set (Fly by Jing’s Sichuan Chili Crisp, Zhong Sauce, and Chengdu Crunch).
—Sarah Yang, Sunset Magazine, 1 Feb. 2024
Seasoning and caring for a carbon-steel wok Like cast iron, carbon steel is prone to rusting.
—Emily Farris, Bon Appétit, 11 Jan. 2024
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“Carbon steel.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/carbon%20steel. Accessed 6 Jun. 2024.
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