Stir Fry Made Easy

• recipe

  Stir-Fried Tofu, Snow Peas, and Red Onion in Hot and Sour Sauce

  The most important rule for stir-frying at home is this: Don't use a wok. Woks aren't designed for a flat stovetop and provide less heat than a large skillet.

• recipe

  Stir-Fried Chicken and Zucchini in Ginger Sauce

  The most important rule for stir-frying at home is this: Don't use a wok. Woks aren't designed for a flat stovetop and provide less heat than a large skillet.

• recipe

  Stir-Fried Shrimp, Asparagus, and Yellow Pepper in Lemon Sauce

  The most important rule for stir-frying at home is this: Don't use a wok. Woks aren't designed for a flat stovetop and provide less heat than a large skillet.

• equipment

  Chef's Knives

  We evaluated cutting ability, blade shape and sharpness, weight, and handle comfort to find the best chef's knives.

• taste test

  Soy Sauce

  This Asian condiment should enhance flavor and contribute complexity to your food—not just make it salty.