CASTA Professional Wok Gas Cooking Stove 600x500 mm

A gas-powered wok cooking stove built for high-output professional kitchens, where the intense heat of an open flame sears and stir-fries ingredients in seconds. The atmospheric burners beneath the worktop create a direct, controllable flame that transfers heat instantly to the wok, letting the chef adjust the power from a gentle simmer to a fierce blast in moments. This immediate response is essential for stir-frying, where timing and temperature must be exact to keep vegetables crisp and meats tender without overcooking. The same burners can also hold a steady, lower heat for simmering sauces or steaming dumplings, making the stove adaptable across a full menu of Asian and fusion dishes.

To begin cooking, the chef selects the appropriate wok ring diameter for the pan in use, then ignites the burner and sets the power level. The flame spreads evenly beneath the wok, concentrating heat at the base and up the sides, which is where the rapid cooking happens. As ingredients are tossed and stirred, the heat remains consistent, allowing for even searing and quick cooking times. The operator monitors the flame and adjusts the gas flow as needed, while the removable drip pans beneath the burners catch any spills or splatters, keeping the workspace clean during service.

The stove is constructed from 2.5 mm thick AISI 304 18/10 stainless steel, a grade chosen for its resistance to corrosion and staining in a busy kitchen. The cooking top is reinforced with welded pipes, giving it the strength to support heavy woks filled with large batches of food without flexing or warping. The entire unit is made of the same stainless steel, including the frame and drip pans, ensuring that every part can withstand daily exposure to heat, moisture and cleaning chemicals without rusting or degrading.

Controls are simple and direct: a gas valve for each burner adjusts the flame from low to high, giving the chef precise control over the cooking process. The different burner types—C, T, S, G, M and P—provide a range of power outputs, allowing the stove to be tailored to the specific demands of the kitchen, whether it's high-speed stir-frying or slower, more delicate preparations.

The 600 mm width and 500 mm depth give the stove a compact footprint that fits into most professional kitchen layouts, while the 35 kg weight means it can be moved into position with a trolley but will stay stable once in place. The stainless steel construction also makes the stove easy to clean: the drip pans lift out for washing, and the smooth surfaces can be wiped down quickly between services. Regular maintenance involves checking the burners for blockages and ensuring the gas connections are secure, but the durable materials minimise the need for repairs or replacements.

This model is available with different burner configurations, allowing the kitchen to choose the power levels that best suit its menu. The stove is designed for use in restaurants, takeaways and other food service settings where wok cooking is a regular part of the operation, providing the heat, durability and flexibility needed for consistent results.