Spatula

Everything moves really fast when you’re stir-frying, and you need a proper spatula for even cooking. As mentioned previously, stir-frying is more about tossing and flipping than it is about stirring, so you want a sturdy tool to get the job done.

When using a wok, I recommend using a Chinese steel spatula, a wooden spatula or a heavy-duty plastic spatula.

If you’re using a nonstick skillet, make sure to use a wooden or nonstick-safe plastic spatula, or else you’ll scratch the skillet. If you’re making multiple stir-fry dishes, plan ahead so you have a spatula at the ready for each dish.