A great wok gives you deliciously seared stir-fries at home—but that's just the beginning. Pros know that the pan is also suited to many cooking techniques, from steaming dumplings and pan-frying ...

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When I was 11, my Irish American stepdad came home with a $10 wok and a used paperback Chinese cookbook. Chinese food was a treat reserved for the rare occasions when we ate out at local ...

Put rice in a 1-quart saucepan and wash in several changes of cold water until the water runs clear. Drain and level the rice. Add 2 cups cold water. Bring water to a boil uncovered over high heat.