Aroma YW-168 User Manual

The Wonder Wok

INTRODUCTION

As a cooking teacher and cookbook author, I am always looking
for tips, techniques and the best available tools to help make
cooking simple and fun. The Yan Can Cook Professional Wok
Is a magical kitchen tool—stir-fry, steam, braise, stew and deep
fry. It is high-power heating unit and versatility make it the chef’s
ultimate secret to healthy, flavorful and most of all, enjoyable and
easily prepared dishes.

This multifunctional wok is a kitchen utensil that has involved from
ancient Asian roots to find a place in the modern home, giving you
the freedom to cook wherever you want. Chef and home cooks
alike are discovering how fun, versatile and convenient this wok is.

Come, join in on the woking! All it takes is an open mind, a little
imagination and a Yan Can Cook Professional Wok of your own.
Try the recipes in this booklet, with some of my favorites from the
Yan Can Cook show—and as the saying goes, “If Yan Can Wok, so
can you!”

Martin Yan

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Martin Yan

The Wonder Wok

INSTRUCTIONS & RECIPES

Congratulations! You are the proud owner of the innovative Yan Can Cook The Wonder
Wok. You will certainly find this professional, highly reliable, and easy-to-use Wok to
be one of the most useful and versatile appliances in your modern kitchen.

Published by:

Aroma Housewares Company

6469 Flanders Drive

San Diego, CA 92121

USA

www.aromaco.com

© 2000 Aroma Housewares Company

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PART 1: UNDERSTAND YOUR YAN CAN COOK ELECTRIC WOK

SAFEGUARDS & GUIDELINES
Important Safeguards

Additional Important Safety Information
Specifications
UNIQUE FEATURES AND BENEFITS

ABOUT THE WOK
Parts and Identification

PART II: OPERATION & MAINTENANCE

OPERATION & PROCEDURE
How To Use

PROPER CLEANING & CLEAR
How To Clean

PART III: WOK COOKING METHODS AND TIPS

BASIC CUTTING

BASIC COOKING

INGREDIENT PREPARATION

WARRANTY

PART I

UNDERSTAND YOUR YAN CAN COOK

ELECTRIC WOK

SAFEGUARDS & GUIDELINES

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed
including the following:

1. Read all instructions.

2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.

3. To protect against electrical shock do not immerse cord, plugs, or removable

temperature control probe in water or other liquid.

4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is use by or near children.

5. Do not leave the appliance unattended while in use.

6. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before

putting on or taking off parts.

7. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance

malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the nearest
authorized service facility for examination, repair, or adjustment.

8. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer

may cause injuries.

9. Do not use outdoors.

10. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.

11. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in the heated oven.'

12. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other

hot liquids.

13. Always attach plug to appliance first, then plug cord into the wall outlet. To

disconnect, turn any control to "OFF", then remove the plug from wall outlet.

14. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.

This appliance is intended for Household Use Only.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT

SAFETY INFORMATION

• Place the electric wok on a flat and heat-resistant surface, such as tile counter top or

Formica counter top. Also use it in a well-ventilated area.

• Do not place the wok too close to the edge of the table or countertop as the wok might

be knocked off.

• Extreme caution should be exercised if a longer cord needs to be used. Make sure the

extension cord is positioned safely so that nobody trips over it unintentionally.

• The heating base and the other parts of the wok might be very hot. Be sure to use the

cool-touch handles and wear protective oven mitts or gloves.

• Check the handles on a regular basis to ensure that they are firmly attached to the

cooking pan.

• Plastic spatula is not recommended. If using a plastic spatula, do not leave the

spatula in the wok when it is hot.

• Do not immerse removable temperature control probe in water or other liquid.

• Always use the proper wall outlet.

• Do not use the Wok pan on any other heat source other than the heating base

supplied.

• Do not pull the cord when you unplug. Always remember to turn off the power

before removing the plug.

SPECIFICATIONS

Power Requirements 120V AC, 60 Hz

Power Consumption 1500W

SHORT CORD INSTRUCTION

1. A short power-supply cord (or detachable power-supply cord) is to be provided to

reduce risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.

2. Longer extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use.

3. If a longer extension cord is used:
¾ The marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the

electrical rating of the appliance.

¾ The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the counter top or

tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.

POLARIZED PL UG

If this appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other) follow their
instructions below:

To reduce the risk electric shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet only
one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it is still does
not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.

UNIQUE FEATURES AND BENEFITS

YAN CAN COOK WONDER WOK

FEATURES:

9 Heavy duty, deep-bottom, die-Cast wok body
9 Premium CeraMax non-stick and scratch resistant coating
9 Entire wok body immersible
9 Large, easy-dial and easy-release temperature control
9 High Power: 1500w
9 Quick-release, non-skid, detachable base with rubber feet
9 Tempered glass lid with adjustable steam vent
9 Cool touch handle

BENEFITS:

9 Professional cooking results: Qu ickly heats-up and retains high heat for cooking like

a professional

9 Easy to clean: Entire body immersible and removable base for efficient cleaning
9 Versatile: Perfect and ideal for stir-frying, braising, deep-frying, steaming and more
9 Durable: CeraMax hard coating makes the wok scratch resistant
9 Convenient: Potable, easy to use and store.

PARTS AND IDENTIFICATION

PART II

OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE

HOW TO USE

BEFORE USING YOUR YAN CAN COOK WONDER WOK

1. Read the Instructions carefully, especially the Safeguards and Guidelines. The

information in this booklet will help you use your Yan Can Cook Wonder Wok to its
fullest potential.

2. Remove any stickers Wash the interior of the Wok with 2 cups of warm soapy water,

using a soft sponge or dishcloth. Rinse and towel dry thoroughly.

3. Place your wok on a dry and level countertop or table. Keep the edge of the wok at

least 2-4 inches away from the walls and object on the countertop or table.

4. Condition the wok surface with 1 to 1 1/2 tablespoons of cooking oil, using a kitchen

paper towel to wipe it thoroughly.

OPERATING YOUR YAN CAN COOK WONDER WOK

1. Insert temperature control probe into the socket of the wok.

2. Plug the power cord into a proper electric outlet, and then turn the power on. (***

You will notice the power light illuminates when the wok is on. Once the wok
reaches the selected temperature, the power light will go off and it will go on and off
during the operation, which indicates the proper temperature is being maintained.

3. Wait about 2 to 3 minutes, add cooking oil, and then adjust the cooking temperature

to the desired setting.

4. After cooking, turn off the power, and take the food out of the wok right away for

serving. Unplug the power cord, and let the wok cool completely before cleaning.

Caution:

• The Wok is heat up fast. Be sure to prepare all the ingredients first and place them

handy before the Wok is plugged in.

• Hold one of the Wok handles with a hot pad when you stir-fry a large portion of food.

• Do not touch the wok and the base during and after cooking. It is Hot!