DON'T buy a wok before you watch this! Everything about Carbon Steel wok buying guide from the 90'.
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- Опубліковано 5 лют 2025
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A very informative and entertaining vintage tv commercial 📺 about Authentic Chinese Hand-Hammered Carbon Steel wok just like the Mammafong® one. Wondering how many people bought their first authentic wok after watching this.
In this video, you will learn about:
• History and the origin of Authentic Chinese Hand-Hammered Carbon Steel wok
• Different type of wok cooking style
• Tips and tricks on wok cooking
• Which type of oil to use for wok cooking
• Different wok cooking techniques
• What is the difference between cooking on the side of the work versus the center.
• The secret of cooking tendering meat in wok.
• Introduction of various wok accessories and utensils and do you really need them: Spatula, Lid, Ladle, Strainer, Bamboo brush, Wok ring...etc
• Which type of wok to choose: stainless steel, machine made, electric
• How hand-hammered wok is made, why is the thickness not the same on the side and in the middle?
• The use of a wok ring and Do you really need one?
• what other use of a wok? bbq? fry chicken?
• Why wok cooking is healthier
• What is the advantage of a hand hammered wok compared to a machine made one.
• How to maintain your wok after each use.
All of these wok cooking essentials jam packed in just 15 mins. A must watch if you want to buy or know more about wok!
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Source: from a unknown public broadcast. For educational/comment use only. Copyright remains under its original creator.
I must have watched this as a kid a million times growing up. It was always on TV.
I remember this! I'll never forget how the liquids "drain and collect in the middle". It's so true.
I've never even heard of this guy. This was great. He's like the Bob Ross of cooking.
Then you weren't alive in the 80s
Because it was on all the time for years.
@@mcgee227 I mean, I was a baby but, yeah, by the time I was old enough in the 90s to understand day time cooking channels it was Emeril Lagasse "Baming" his way into our homes.
@@SiouxTube His name is Wally Nash. He is still active
He's legend.
The best wok review and tutorial I've ever watch in UA-cam.
Lol yeah and he's only about 1/3 full of BS.
@@robc4191 : Yep, BS = Brilliant Stuff!
@@robc4191 Actually to my surprise, the guy knows exactly what he's talking about.
Worth the price of admission for his tips on using the ring inside to steam vegetables or to tenderize ribs with beer.
Brilliant, brilliant, brilliant presentation. This dude excudes class, style, personality and charm.
Dont forget comedy 😀
@Charlie West
Absolutely agree. Wonder what’s his name?
And speed!!!
Laugh my a
@@Callsign-Blade_RunnerSG Wally Nash. This is from Arnolds Gourmet Kitchen
I bought my first wok after seeing this commercial years ago, and met him at the NC State Fair one year. I lost that wok years ago and got a cheaper one from walmart to replace it. Never really bonded with it though. I recently bought a Mammafong wok, and as soon as I got it seasoned, it became an extension of me. I have truly bonded with this wok.
Thanks for you support, we are hoping to carry forward his legacy!
I remember this infomercial from 1989 and bought the wok immediately. I still have it!!! How nice to find the original infomercial after 32 years.
@@eckankar7756 I've never seen this before...
Me too. This was one of the first infomercials.
I bought from this infomercial back in the early 90's....can't believe I'm looking for another now, and came across this. I tossed it about a decade ago...but probably shouldn't have.
I remember this infomercial from the late 1980's. Always fascinated by it. Then, in late August 1988, I was at the annual NYS Fair held at Syracuse, NY on NYS business. The hall I was in was the Exhibition Hall where many State Agencies and private vendors peddle their services and wares. Mr. Nash was there giving live demonstrations and on an off hour I went to his booth to watch him. The live demo was better than the infomercial cause he could interact with his audience. I was so impressed, I bought a wok set. Still have it. Mr. Nash was a great showman and an entertaining host!
I bought one while attending Michigan State University. After watching, I said _”How can I _*_not_*_ buy a wok from this guy?!”_ Love him!
I watched this video and called the number and bought a wok after this commercial.
I bought mine off the infomercial in 1989 and am still using it.
I bought mine at a yard sale in 1988-89. There seemed to be, at the time, a general consensus was that newlyweds needed either a stove set, a casserole dish, or a wok. There always seemed to be a wok at every yard sale. 😂. I did buy mine thinking "Hand Hammered Wok!"
Most weren't even seasoned.
I bought one of these woks and still have all the parts and use it! Love it! Best money I ever spent.
I got everything but the wok, and spoon....probably should have kept it bought it back in the 90's for about $50 from a tv infomercial.
It's my kitchen and I can do what I like! Truer words have never been spoken!
Listening to this man talking just soothes my soul! I miss my childhood in the 80s now lol. UA-camrs these days with their wok tutorials got nothing on this man! 😆
I bought this and still have it. Totally works as advertised all those years ago. Many great Asian-inspired meals were cooked in it to this day.
This is the first thing I ever bought from an infomercial! Saw this on TV With this guy back in the early 90s. Had to buy it! Still have it and use it! Lasts forever!
me too!
He performed this one better than any modern day UA-camr I know might have. If I were doing though, I wouldn’t overlook the veggies like that. If anything, preserve the color for the presentation.
I'm Chinese, and this fella just taught me stuff about the wok. hahahaha I love him! Totes best video I've ever seen about wok & cooking!
GREAT VIDIO ! I SENT FOR 2 OF THESE WOKs FROM THIS COMMERCIAL I THINK IN THE LATE 80s - EARLY 90S. , WHICH I STILL HAVE ! SO GOOD TO SEE THIS AGAIN. WHAT I REALLY DO MISS THOUGH IS THE PART WITH THE GUY SITTING ON THE GROUNG BEATING ON IT, WITH HIS FOOT IN IT ! THAT WAS ALWAYS MY FAVORITE PART ! L.M.A.O.
He did not stutter even Once during the entire video! So smooth!
I bought that wok after watching this ad on I believe it was "TV-Shop" sometime in the early 90th. I still use it. Just ordered a new Japanese butane burner for it.
Got one of these 30 years ago. Still have it, and it's still my favorite pan.
can i borrow it sometime this week?
@@snekjuce Just used it tonight to make Pad Thai. Wouldn't let it out of my sight :P
There are tons of options on Amazon.
@@Rick-5728 bro i literally just purchased one then 3 mins later saw ur comment. and you also just reminded me HOLY FUCK i completely forgot bout pad thai, i luhh dat stuff man. thank you for reminding me. good shit. im glad i commented. you know a good video on fat thighs for a good recipe?
@@snekjuce Here's a great recipe. Easy to follow. I've been following it for years. hot-thai-kitchen.com/best-pad-thai/
Only downside is that it's a little light on noodles and heavy on sprouts. Last time I made it, I used 6 ounces of noodles, increased the sauce ingredients by about 1/3, and used about the same amount of everything else.
You can totally live without the dried shrimp and sweet pickled radish if you don't have them.
Ditto, I have 3 woks and that one is the best.
I really enjoyed this! I learnt more about wok cooking in this one video than I have in watching 10 other more recently made ones. Bravo!!
I rewatched your video and relearned many things again . Thanks.
I just finished seasoning my wok and I'm excited to use it just like this good fella taught us in this video...
I saw this commercial here in Sweden around 1990 and got the wok on TV Shop. Still has it and it really was the best I ever I bought. Just a few minutes ago I fried up some veggies and slices of meat, so easy to use and what else to say. I'll never part with mine...
I bought a wok from this informercial in 1991. My son has it and uses it all the time.
I loved this infomercial!!!
I can't help but like this guy. Not a word or an action wasted. I wish I had him as a math teacher!
i love your approach and your English heritage, informative honest, reliable and efficient wit a wit that satisfy
Lol. I actually ordered one after watching this infomercial back in the day.
This an old "Infomercial" for a wok vendor. I really enjoyed watching this Again. He gives so much Wok Wisdom.
If you Do Not want to buy His wok after watching this, you may not like cooking. Thanks for Uploading this!
This was an infomercial in the 80s. It was one of those where they had an 800 number to place your order. I bought one and was happy with it.
A Blast From The Past; I remember watching this infomercial during the early morning hours (3am) from time to time back in the early 90's....Classic!
I just ordered one like an hour ago and this popped up in my recommended page 😂😂
I think I met this guy at our State Fair back in the 1980's and there was a huge crowd around him that took place in an area set up to be a Chinese bazaar. There were things for sale there at that time I had never seen before and the smells from the food purveyors were out of this world.
Bought one of these back then because of the commercial. I was skeptical but it's really great. I still use it today.
Just maybe the best demonstration of salesmanship ever committed to video.
a blast from the past, saw this in 1984 it was a infomercial, bought it, still have it, use it frequently
I bought one of these from that infomercial in 1983. Same person. Wish I still had it😊
❤ wonderful wonderful presentation thank you so much for this post I've learned everything I need to know about cooking using a wok❤❤ just in a few minutes
We bought one of these Chef Wally hand-hammered woks 30 years ago. Still have it, still use it. It was cheap, but outstanding quality.
They guy would have been a multi-million sub UA-camr if he was doing those vids today.
what a great video! i have been wanting to buy a wok and i think this was the thing that will push me over the edge! thanks for the upload!
Wonderful video that imparts so much knowledge about wok cooking in such short amount of time
So far you're the most knowledgeable. Every words said are accurate.
I was looking for info on best woks for electric glass tops. I will be moving soon and have never used an electric stove. 🤞 So I clicked on this video.... WOW!! This is the commercial that got me to buy my first hand hammered wok. LOL! I still have it and oddly enough just used it 2 nights ago. It's still my favorite. Now to go find one just like it with a flat bottom......
Glad it was helpful!
One of the best presentations I've ever seen
I remember watching this decades ago when it aired on television
Avocado 🥑 oil is extremely good 💖 now this is what I call being thorough, back in those days, no short cuts ….just an awesome video A++++ 💞
Waiting on Amazon for my new wok. I discovered the amazingness of Avocado oil with my cast iron griddle. The food prices he spoke of 😭😭😭…I miss those days.
I watched this infomercial more times than I could count! And, yes, I did buy one of these. Worked well but I don't know what happened to it.
as a thickener, you can also use Yuzu powder. i’m glad he mentioned arrowroot. That works well also.
I remember watching this late at night on tv....wow. Memories
I’ve still got mine and use it regularly.
Wow! Awesome presentation
I don't know what was considered "regular vegetable oil" in the UK when this was filmed, but I would like to add that rapeseed oil is great and is the oil used in Sichuan at least. Peanut oil is more of a southern Chinese/Hong Kong thing.
Grape seed oil? I use that for regular cooking and seen it smoke a bit when using my stainless steel pan. Doubt i am using too much heat. Although it only smoke for me if its just the oil. So i let pan heat up, throw in oil, heats up in seconds, and throw in food.
@@popenieafantome9527 Not grapeseed, rapeseed. Look it up. In the US it’s also known as canola oil.
@@yorkaturr ohhhhh so thats why all those american recipes called for an oil I'd never seen over here. Thank you, youtube person, you've answered a great mystery for me
@@yorkaturr I believe the Sichuanese rapeseed oil is more akin to Indian mustard oil (based on what Chinese cooking demystified have said) rather than western canola, because it has a strong scent, which is why I use mustard oil.
'and its only taken 3,000 years to find it' damn i love this guy lol
Fabulous. I have to get a wok.
I use mine on the turkey fryer outdoors.
Wow... Very good video thanks for sharing!
Are these tested for lead and other heavy metals? Are they randomly batch tested to ensure that they are safe?
I searched everywhere for this. thanks for posting
Might be one of the best cooking videos
I can't believe I finished watching this thing and managed to learn a few things. The food looked awful, but gotta love his on-point, honest and sardonic showmanship.
lol wow i got one of these in the late 90's lost the brass web& bamboo cleaner. mine didnt come with chopsticks and ladle just the wok, lid,fire ring,chan,cook book the fire ring is like rusty but the chan and wok i still use to this day 25yrs later best $30 for a clearance sale mall store ever
7:30 Money shot. If you don't have the little hammer dings "it defeats the whole purpose of the food sticking to the side while the liquid drains to the middle". I bought a _huge_ wok cookbook last summer, and so far nothing about the magic of the liquid draining into the middle. Ingenious. Don't sell the steel, sell the ding.
"It's my kitchen I can you anything I like" Like a boss
After seeing this commercial many years ago, I ordered one.
I am certain that I did purchase my first work after watching this presentation................around '87
Sean Connery sure knows a thing or two about Woks.
The level of sarcasm is very discreet. 😂
How do we order this wok set?
I still own this wok. It’s great
Love my wok. Great video sir, thank you.
I thot I knew quite a bit about woks...
This guy is awesome!!
Laced with humor, a very informative video… !
I was hoping to find recommendations on which wok to buy but there are no links?
Hope that helps
This gentleman is a wok rockstar. He's just too cool. 😎🍸
But my wok came seasoned do I need to season it again?
Love his humor, great video!
I used a walk to cook nearly all of my meals when I was in college. So easy. so fast.
Amazing up until the end. You definitely SHOULD top off the wok seasoning with some oil after cleaning it with water.
Very informative and good video
I remember being 20 (c.1990), lying on my parent's sofa at around 2am, and being transfixed by his consummate salesmanship.Enter the era of the infomercial.
Is it silver colour when new? Or black?
Who is this host? I find his presentation very entertaining and engaging. Very informative yet humorous. 👍🏻👍🏻
wow, what a difference between the natural talent, knowledge and charisma from back then, to .. well .. everyone now.
I remember this infomercial and I was watching food and well now here I am lol. 2023!
Bloody funny! The quality of the video was rubbish but the quality of the presenter was absolutely top notch!! Made me laugh all the way through. Now off to try and find a Mammafong wok!!
Didn't know about using the smallest burner on the electric stove cool
😂 I've made spaghetti sauce so many times in my wok.. and so many other things normal people probably wouldn't as a truck driver. I like it because I can use it as multiple ways to cook
This guy is golden!
what is the size of this wok
This guy is amazing.
Oh my, I had one of these. The funny thing is that I think of it every now and again and go, "what happened to that thing?"
i just learned more about Wok cooking than i have in a week.
That last part about adding peanut oil to coat the surface. You need to if not the surface will turn a bit rusty and usually when that happens you will need to scrub it and somehow when you stir fry the first dish the food sticks to it. I tried not using and that happened.
For an electric burner oven, do you use round or flat bottom walk?
with a lot of practice you can use a round one on electric but for the past few yrs i have been using an imusa flat wok(my other half paid like $20 for it at wallmart turned out to be as good as this wok same rules apply though have to keep it seasoned and if you dont keep it oiled it rusts in minutes lol
Still love ad use mine daily, after 30 years.
Canola oil. Smoke point 246C
He was amazing.
I remember watching this late at night...lmao. Can’t tell you how many times I’ve watched this just because there was nothing on
great info Sir what type of wok is this your using ?? thank you
A round one
@@peterhennig4678 just what i want to hear from a Smacked Ass a Round one ,
@@ronschreiber3635 💩you
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