Wok this way

The invention of the nonstick wok has taken the frustration out of stir-frying. No more scorched oil from thin aluminum pans, no more vegetables drowning in oil so they won't stick. Joyce Chen's 9 1/2-inch Peking Pan ($19.95) is a handy size for every day and has a nonstick coating durable enough to stand up to metal implements. Plus the handle doesn't get hot, so you can keep your cool.

BETH INESON

Joyce Chen Peking Pan is available at Kitchen Etc stores in Burlington, Cambridge, Dedham, and Peabody or go to www.kitchenetc.com.