A Chinese skillet is a type of cooking utensil that is commonly used in Chinese cuisine. It is also known as a wok, which is a three-letter word that is often used to describe it. The Chinese skillet is a round-bottomed pan that is usually made of cast iron or carbon steel and is used for stir-frying, deep-frying, steaming, braising, and boiling. It is designed to be used over high heat and is often used to quickly cook food with minimal oil.