A stir-fry dish is a type of Chinese cuisine that is cooked in a wok. The term 'wok' is a three-letter word used to describe the round-bottomed cooking vessel used to prepare this type of dish. Stir-frying is a technique that involves quickly cooking small pieces of food in a hot pan or wok with a small amount of oil. This method of cooking helps to preserve the flavor and texture of the ingredients.