Yoshikawa Cook-Pal Ren Beijing Wok

Cook-Pal Ren

The Cook-Pal Ren is a super unique line developed by Yoshikawa Co. and manufactured in Niigata, Japan. This is probably the first Wok that is made of iron, doesn't come with any sort of thin coating like Teflon yet it won't really stick. The special high-temperature treatment technique developed by Yoshikawa actually penetrates into the surface of the steel, therefore they won't peel off like Teflon coationg. This is particularly important when cooked with high-heat. 

Country of origin

Japan – Sanjo City, Niigata Prefecture

Compatible heat source

Gas stove

Direct fire

Electric Stove

Induction (IH) 

Note

• Season the pan with oil before first use.

• Hand wash only to maintain its quality and longevity.

Before First Use: Oil Seasoning

1. Clean the Pan
Begin by washing both the inner and outer surfaces of the pan or wok with dish soap. After cleaning, be sure to dry it thoroughly.
2. Apply Oil
Choose an oil with a high smoke point, such as vegetable oil, flaxseed oil, grapeseed oil, or canola oil. Pour a small amount of oil into the pan—about 1/3 of its capacity—and use a paper towel to evenly coat the entire interior surface. Wipe away any excess oil with a clean towel, as too much oil can create a sticky residue.
3. Heat the Pan
Place the oiled pan on the stove over low heat for around 5 minutes, until the oil begins to smoke. This initiates the polymerization process, where the oil bonds with the metal surface, creating a protective layer. As the oil cures, the pan may darken in color. For a more robust seasoning, you can repeat this process 2–3 times to build a stronger, more durable coating.
4.    Cool Down
Allow the pan to cool naturally after heating. Avoid washing it while it’s still hot. This completes the seasoning process.

We have successfully developed supreme rust-resistant and anti-caking steel woks and frying pans. Oil soaks smoothly into our woks and frying pans letting you cook with greater ease.  Most steel woks and frying pans suffer from rusting and caking but our products overcome these problems as they have been optimised with a high heat treatment which keeps them free from rust and gives them lifetime protection.  YOSHIKAWA Innovation with confidence. A genuine “steel made product”. Try out products and you will be using them for a lifetime.

100% made in Japan. An innovative technology made from the highest quality steel for a superior performing product.   No need for burning off coating The steel surface is not anti-rust coated, different from clear lacquer-finished products. Therefore, the troublesome process of burning off coating is unnecessary and the product can be used as is. Features of special high-temperature thermal-treated steel plate When an steel surface is strengthened with special high-temperature thermal treatment, an oxidized layer that is over five times harder than normal steel is formed. The layer covers the entire surface and also penetrates the steel. Therefore, no coating peels off when the surface comes into contact with a metal spatula or brush, different from inside resin-finished frying pans. Hard to burn ingredients and rust-resistant The oxidized layer on the steel surface has a number of small holes. Oil penetrates into the holes, preventing ingredients from becoming burned. Since the product is hard to get rusty, maintenance is easy. Simply rinse off with hot water and then wipe with a dry cloth. Extra “steel content” for intake and high-flame cooking ability Steel discharged from the frying pan during cooking adds extra steel content to ingredients. The product can be used with a high flame because it is made of highly-durable steel. As a result, you can fry ingredients in a short time for a crisp texture.