de Buyer Wok Pan Mineral B Element - ø 28 cm / 3 liters - without non-stick coating

Forget that flimsy wok that never gets hot enough: with the de Buyer Wok Pan Mineral B Element ø 28 cm, you toss ingredients into the pan over high heat and truly achieve that crispy texture and fragrant stir-fry magic in your dishes. This is the wok that professional chefs have trusted for years - and now it’s completely yours.

Why this wok will change your kitchen

Carbon steel is the secret weapon of the professional kitchen. It heats up incredibly quickly, retains heat where you need it, and gets better the more you cook with it. The Mineral B from de Buyer is not just any pan: it’s a pan that grows with you. Every searing, every stir-fry, every time you brown meat or flash-cook vegetables over high heat, the pan builds a natural non-stick layer. The more you use it, the better it performs.

• No PFAS, no hassle - The Mineral B is completely free from PFAS and chemical coatings. You decide what goes into your food - and that’s only the good stuff.
• Rapidly heats up - Carbon steel responds directly to your heat source. From low to blazing hot in no time, so you have the fire in your hands.
• Suitable for any stove - Gas, induction, ceramic, halogen, or electric: this wok works everywhere. And it can also go in the oven.
• Light and maneuverable - At 1.4 kg, this is a wok you can really move. Stirring, tossing, presenting - you do the work, the pan follows.
• Made in France - de Buyer has been producing for over 185 years in Alsace. Craftsmanship that you can feel in the quality of the steel.
• Lasts long, very long - Carbon steel does not wear out. With proper maintenance, this wok will last for generations. Smart buying means buying once.

The art of carbon steel: seasoning and enjoying

A Mineral B wok is not a disposable item - it’s an investment in your own cooking space. Before you use it for the first time, apply a thin layer of oil and heat the pan until it changes color. That’s called seasoning, and it’s the beginning of a beautiful friendship. Every time you use the wok - a quick stir-fry with crispy bok choy, quickly browned strips of beef with garlic and ginger, or just your favorite noodle dish - that layer becomes stronger and smoother. After a few cooking moments, you’ll notice the difference: ingredients glide smoothly through the pan, flavors are released, and that typical wok hei aroma (the lightly smoked, intense character of high-heat cooking) begins to develop. Once well-seasoned, you can even fry an egg in it without it sticking.

The round, deep shape of this 28 cm wok - with a capacity of 3 liters - is ideal for 2 to 4 people. Spacious enough for a full meal, compact enough not to be awkward. The flat bottom ensures it stands stable on any cooktop, including induction. The long handle gives you control and keeps your hands away from the fire.

What do you use it for? Actually for everything that needs to be quick and hot

The Mineral B wok is born for Asian cooking - but it certainly doesn’t stop there. Think of crispy stir-fried vegetables that still have bite, fragrant Thai curries, rice dishes that you want to make “jump” in the pan, or just quickly fried pasta with a good sauce. But it’s just as at home with a quick stew over high heat, browned chicken or lamb strips, or even a good sauté of potatoes with rosemary. The high sides keep your ingredients neatly in the pan while you enthusiastically sear and toss.

The material - carbon steel with a beeswax coating for transport, which you remove when seasoning - behaves like cast iron but is much lighter. This makes daily use more pleasant: you don’t have to be a powerhouse to work well with it.

💡 Cookinglife Tip: Always wash your Mineral B wok by hand and dry it immediately after washing - preferably over low heat on the stove. Then rub in a thin layer of neutral oil. This protects the created layer and you never have to start all over again. Definitely avoid soap after the first use: it affects the built-up seasoning.

Honest about maintenance

The Mineral B wok is not dishwasher safe - and that’s exactly how it’s meant to be. A quick hand wash with warm water and a soft brush is all you need. That may sound like extra work, but in practice, it’s really just a matter of thirty seconds. And it rewards you: the layer remains intact, the pan stays non-stick, and you keep enjoying. This is a pan that gets better the more you cook with it - the opposite of a standard non-stick coating that starts to flake after a few years.

Specifications

• Collection: Mineral B Element
• Brand: de Buyer
• Type: Wok Pan
• Material: Carbon Steel
• Diameter: 28 cm (280 mm)
• Capacity: 3 liters (3000 ml)
• Bottom Diameter: 137 mm
• Height: 80 mm
• Total Length (including handle): 515 mm
• Weight: 1410 grams
• Color: Silver/steel gray
• Country of Origin: France
• Non-stick Coating: None
• PFAS-free: Yes
• Oven Safe: Yes (up to 200 °C)
• Induction: Yes
• Gas: Yes
• Ceramic: Yes
• Halogen: Yes
• Electric: Yes
• Dishwasher Safe: No - hand wash recommended
• Hand Wash: Yes

In the package

• de Buyer Wok Pan Mineral B Element ø 28 cm / 3 liters

Are you ready to take your stir-frying to the next level? Choose the de Buyer Wok Pan Mineral B Element ø 28 cm and discover what cooking over high heat with real material does for your dishes. Add it to your cart and put it on the fire tonight.