Pro Chef Turns Cauliflower Into 3 Meals For Under $9 | The Smart Cook | Epicurious

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  • @danielgiusti6731
    @danielgiusti6731 2 ปีที่แล้ว +524

    Hello Everyone!!!
    I’m excited for you to check out this new episode! As always, thanks for taking the time to watch and let me know what you think!

    • @sisterslothington
      @sisterslothington 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Hey Daniel! When did you work at Noma? 😀

    • @danielgiusti6731
      @danielgiusti6731 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@sisterslothington Hello! From late 2011 to the end of 2015!

    • @sisterslothington
      @sisterslothington 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@danielgiusti6731 OH wow! You probably worked with my brother Alexander then? 😄

    • @jmil73
      @jmil73 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thanks for the informative and entertaining videos.

    • @DRaGZ141
      @DRaGZ141 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Dude you're super tall.

  • @littlelaisa
    @littlelaisa 2 ปีที่แล้ว +237

    "sometimes i gotta flex on these people here" do more of that!!! that was hilarious

    • @danielgiusti6731
      @danielgiusti6731 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Sometimes you just have to :)

    • @Killykat
      @Killykat 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Wonder what else goes behind the scene there.

  • @Demonic_Flame
    @Demonic_Flame 2 ปีที่แล้ว +63

    I love this dude, always watch the videos he is in

  • @anastasiaparasaki7381
    @anastasiaparasaki7381 2 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    These receipies look amazing! A tip from a greek, put the yogurt sauce on the pita, between it and the gyros! It would be easier to eat without making a mess and the sauce will make the pita softer and moisture. 😎

  • @ColombianLNP
    @ColombianLNP 2 ปีที่แล้ว +130

    I am NOT a fan of cauliflower but these recipes do look delicious. I will try just because Dan is the man ! And i trust his chef skills all the other recipes i have tried have been delicious so far! Keep up the awesome work dude. Cheers from your biggest fan in Colombia amigo!

    • @danielgiusti6731
      @danielgiusti6731 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Thanks for the continued support!!!

  • @Ozzborn85
    @Ozzborn85 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Love cauliflower - definitely got some great ideas. I also love that chef Dan understands that these are meant to be affordable dishes for anyone so he throws in tons of useful advice for less experienced cooks, like "if it doesn't sizzle just take it out and wait for the oil to heat some more". Chef Dan is the man!

  • @Fallinginbloom
    @Fallinginbloom 2 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    I'm always telling my mom about Dan's videos! She loves cauliflower so I'm excited to show her this. Thanks for another awesome video!!

  • @lexishapiro1714
    @lexishapiro1714 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Dan, you have quickly become one of my favorite chefs. I’ve made your canned tuna chowder, frozen cauliflower orecchiette, and we just finished our canned salmon frittata dinner. All so delicious. Can’t wait to make that gyro next week! 🥰

  • @LydiaTarine12
    @LydiaTarine12 2 ปีที่แล้ว +65

    Think of anchovies as a seasoning, folks! That is their intended use and they are quite useful! 😊

  • @Aprilmariko
    @Aprilmariko 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I’m crushing on Dan.

  • @physicsfan314
    @physicsfan314 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Instead of using a box grater to rice the cauliflower for the porridge, cut the cauliflower into florets and pulse a few times in the food processor. Pulse until it has that rice-grain texture.

  • @laurawilliams1991
    @laurawilliams1991 2 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Cauliflower is my absolutely favorite veggie. I’m sooooo excited to try all of these recipes. Thank you so much, Chef Dan!

  • @denisef2845
    @denisef2845 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    My absolute favorite YT series!

  • @Andreadexxo
    @Andreadexxo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Omg yessss another video with Dan!!!
    A favorite serie of mine, thanks for your content😚😚

  • @stefankwenthe2226
    @stefankwenthe2226 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    These instructions have such a base in functionality that I love it! If it's delicious and healthy it's not on the plate for long enough to look pretty despite the fact it still looks appealing.

  • @meshkatabedi4681
    @meshkatabedi4681 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is the best series ever! Keep it coming pleaseee

  • @felixaybar8863
    @felixaybar8863 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    @10:16 Me in his car at the end of our 2nd date

  • @goldewayne5320
    @goldewayne5320 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Dan's the man! Always love watching these videos.

  • @darshanbaraiya6237
    @darshanbaraiya6237 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Damn really like this guy he's not all technical he's got that human touch to himself

  • @shellyt556
    @shellyt556 2 ปีที่แล้ว +59

    I am a bit skeptical to try the cauliflower porridge as my brain cannot wrap my head around the ingredients and whether I would like the taste and texture. I might make a cauliflower mashed like a potato with the garlic and spinach. Recipe 2 and 3 definitely looks great

    • @veraducks
      @veraducks 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I'd recommend taking an immersion blender to the porridge and cooking it down a fair bit. That would probably make a huge difference.

    • @suelfitz
      @suelfitz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@veraducks and poach the egg, when he stirred in the raw egg yolk, I just instinctively shuddered and went 'eww'

    • @veraducks
      @veraducks 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      @@suelfitz That's not actually needed and an extremely common thing to do with starch bowls like this. Congee, malt o meal, or even just plain rice is hot enough when steaming to cook an egg yolk. You're basically poaching it in the porridge.
      Though, yeah, there's an inherent ick favor to a raw egg on top of something. Not the first time I've seen that reaction.

    • @delavidaebella
      @delavidaebella 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@suelfitz raw eggs are mostly okay to eat, unless you live in the US where eggs are washed so hardly that the protective layer against pathogens is gone. But I totally understand that eating raw animal proteins can be icky, but see it just like sashimi. Or maybe try Japanese eggs sometimes, they're actually sweet and does not have that sulfuric smell 😊

    • @peterchui1964
      @peterchui1964 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      You can definitely make a cauliflower puree with milk and cream/butter, but one big bowl of puree will be a lot to finish 😅

  • @riaz8783
    @riaz8783 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    2:00 Surely it should be grate until you feel unsafe?

  • @cassandraluvlee4567
    @cassandraluvlee4567 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Always love when Dan is teaching us!! Amazing video!

  • @Waccoon
    @Waccoon 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Haha... I just had cauliflower salad as a side dish for dinner. It truly is wonderful pan-seared, but I make mine with diced cucumbers, fennel seeds, and an Italian-style dressing.
    If anyone has not used grated cauliflower as a rice substitute, you totally should. It's one of my favorite vegetables and much more versatile than you might think!

  • @sisterslothington
    @sisterslothington 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Oh my gosh, my brother used to be a chef at Noma too. ❤️😲 I was excited to to see this because I want to fall in love with Cauliflower again and it was an extra treat to see someone who worked at Noma too!!

  • @miadodson1938
    @miadodson1938 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I did a comparison check, because I suspected that it's not going to be the same for most people....and here's my findings...all prices from the supermarket I shop at, as listed on their website right now.
    Cauliflower 5.1
    Vegetable stock 0.92
    Garlic 1.2
    Spinach 4.5
    Butter 2.12
    Salt 0.01
    Chili sprinkle 0.25
    Eggs 1.71

    Total 15.81

    • @Violet-fj3lr
      @Violet-fj3lr 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ew, is butter really $2 a stick where you live? That's so expensive.

    • @miadodson1938
      @miadodson1938 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@Violet-fj3lr Butter is between NZ$6 to NZ$9 for 250g block....mind you though, US$9 = to NZ$14.67, so it's not too much different from his estimation

  • @techynerdygypsy1731
    @techynerdygypsy1731 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    There's my guy....
    Looking forward 2 this one...
    I Absolutely Love Cauliflower!!!
    Let's Go!!!

  • @MichealBacon
    @MichealBacon 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Daniel - They all looked simple and delish! But that (pale) cauliflower/Cesar salad was begging for one cherry tomato sliced in half to round out the color palette. Remember, 3 colors on every plate..you eat with your eyes first

  • @Androgynary
    @Androgynary 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Cauliflower can also be used for vegan orange chicken! 😋

    • @walkelftexasranger
      @walkelftexasranger 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      "vegan"
      "chicken"
      Those two words go against each other. Choose one.

    • @Kristiekins2
      @Kristiekins2 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@walkelftexasranger Don't be obtuse, they obviously meant a "vegan replacement for chicken" because, shockingly, some people want to be vegan for other reasons than not liking the taste/texture of meat.

    • @theREALdingusMD
      @theREALdingusMD 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Kristiekins2 🤓

    • @walkelftexasranger
      @walkelftexasranger 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Kristiekins2 Ah thank you. I was little bit confused about what she meant by ''vegan orange chicken'.

  • @mauricehopes9105
    @mauricehopes9105 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    A restaurant by me makes roasted crispy cauliflower. It's delicious!!! When cooked right cauliflower is amazing.

  • @balentay
    @balentay 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I have never wanted to eat cauliflower more than I do now after watching this episode lol

  • @azilbean
    @azilbean 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I used to hate hollyflower and brussel sprouts until I learned that roasting them made them amazing! Now Cauliflower is one of my favorite roasted vegetables to eat. I can't wait to try these!!

  • @irene6749
    @irene6749 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Chef, I’m Greek so the way to pronounce gyro is yee-ro.. And as a matter of fact you pronounced it right. Love your videos and all that you do. 🤩

  • @TPark-rf3lt
    @TPark-rf3lt 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The reveal of the ingredient at the beginning got me 🤣🤣🤣

  • @dariodutina3556
    @dariodutina3556 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Very nice and everyone can learn something new.

  • @dyerwulf5459
    @dyerwulf5459 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Dan's camera presence has been improving steadily. Great episdoe.

  • @ph_grizz4391
    @ph_grizz4391 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Love these videos. Would love to see a video with budget meals from different cuisines. Like budget chinese 3 meals

  • @polarberri
    @polarberri 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My favorite series! Thank you for another informative and fun video!

  • @miadodson1938
    @miadodson1938 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I LOVE cauliflower, my most favourite is Chicken curry with potatoes and cauliflower...omg, it's so morish!

  • @the-regularguy
    @the-regularguy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Sometimes I gotta flex on these people to let em know I can cook ~ had me cracking

  • @weetduck
    @weetduck 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Could you "steak" the cauliflower then put the gyro marinade on it, better coverage for the marinade. Then stack it and cut it like traditional gyro meat.

  • @theepenguini4767
    @theepenguini4767 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Ooh I'll be trying the porridge first! What a nifty idea!

  • @marox79
    @marox79 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Video with Dan Giusti. Liked before watching. Anyone else?

  • @lukystarrk4life
    @lukystarrk4life 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you again for amazing tips !

  • @angusmichael2323
    @angusmichael2323 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Chef Dan is the absolute best!

  • @vso8247
    @vso8247 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Omg using cauliflower as the dressing base instead of oil is genius!!! Will try that for sure

  • @jackwilliamtaylor5656
    @jackwilliamtaylor5656 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Yo why did those cauliflower gyros look so bomb, I’m totally trying that tomorrow

    • @danielgiusti6731
      @danielgiusti6731 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Because they were delicious!!

    • @jackwilliamtaylor5656
      @jackwilliamtaylor5656 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@danielgiusti6731 yep, that would do it! 😅 I’m trying to eat more veg at the moment, and cauliflower is a brilliant substitute for meat, so these are going in my recipe book next to cauliflower “wings”

  • @magdalenapr6232
    @magdalenapr6232 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    It was the first time I had eaten a raw yolk (except for desserts, where in Poland versions with raw yolks or egg whites are very popular) as a dinner dish in the Czech Republic. Their garlic soup with ham, a ton of croutons and cheese was wonderful! The raw yolk in a very hot liquid started to "boil" from the edge, but was still liquid to thicken the broth.

  • @Mayrasdfg
    @Mayrasdfg 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Omg that Caesar recipe looks so good. Thanks Dan!

  • @ASHMiniatureKitchen
    @ASHMiniatureKitchen 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your videos are so relaxing to watch

  • @evecleroux8368
    @evecleroux8368 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Ohhh I've never found a way to enjoy cauliflower....
    Bring it on. I can't wait to try these

    • @danielgiusti6731
      @danielgiusti6731 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hopefully one of these will do the trick!

  • @streterttrrttrr356
    @streterttrrttrr356 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I loved how you showed not only different recipes in terms of components, but also four different ways to utilize a cauliflower. Definitely will be trying the whole cauliflower roast. Thanks Dan.
    P.S. Your softer pronunciation of gyros (γύρος) at 5:25 was actually like a local's😆

  • @JanisOnTheFarmette
    @JanisOnTheFarmette 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The roasted cauliflower! That’s a must do, along with everything else in the video.
    Would love to see an episode featuring tofu! Different levels of firmness make it so incredibly versatile.

  • @r8chlletters
    @r8chlletters 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Thank you for these interesting and economical meals!

  • @knilreebak
    @knilreebak 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    always love this dude's content

  • @physicsfan314
    @physicsfan314 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    If you wanted to season the croutons a bit more, what herbs would you suggest? Seems like that salad is really cauliflower heavy, but I feel like I want some herbs in there somewhere.

  • @esther.f.g
    @esther.f.g 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love the three recipes, thanks

  • @hey_petrichor
    @hey_petrichor 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    CAULIFLOWER? 🤔 Interesting theme this time. Very cool!

  • @2klatte
    @2klatte 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Click so fast whenever Dan appears in the thumbnail!

  • @kaemincha
    @kaemincha 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    love Dan, love what he does, and love that he actually makes me want to eat cauliflower

  • @dawidpierzchalski
    @dawidpierzchalski 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I think that it's a good idea to put an raw egg in hot water for about 2-3 minutes before breaking it.
    Getting yolk will be easier and getting sick less likely ;)

  • @hungrybesties
    @hungrybesties 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome! Looks amazing and so yummy! Thanks for sharing! Have a great day!

  • @maedayluck7
    @maedayluck7 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Dan Giusti is my Julia Child. I make his recipe's more than anyone else's. ❤

  • @whollyshift7782
    @whollyshift7782 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    A whole stick of butter? He was talking about the garlic and spinach and I’m still on a WHOLE stick of butter

  • @lukeschollmeyer8811
    @lukeschollmeyer8811 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent content. I learn something in every one of your videos, boss!

  • @EliasAbouHaydar
    @EliasAbouHaydar 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love this guy ! I think this is one of the best videos he has made so far 😊

  • @stefimandi186
    @stefimandi186 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    It is Dan's day again 🙂
    I actually buy quite a lot of cauliflowers but rarely cook them. I just like munching on a few pieces for snack.
    Yet, that sauce for the cauliflower steak looks delicious and I am planning to give a try.
    And also, we throw away the leaves but here I learned that they are edible. Thank you for these tips.

  • @Caronage_
    @Caronage_ 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'd love a video of this series for canned chipotle peppers in adobo sauce

  • @papalamprosnicolas9145
    @papalamprosnicolas9145 ปีที่แล้ว

    You actually nailed γύρο (gyro). Kudos!

  • @CeitidhD
    @CeitidhD 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yayaya! I suggested cauliflower! I feel heard :)

  • @TheSentientCloud
    @TheSentientCloud 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    "That's a lot of garlic"
    No it isn't it's barely any garlic
    Catch me putting a whole bulb in there

    • @jakethegoodguy1975
      @jakethegoodguy1975 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The garlic didn't bother me, but a whole stick of butter was a little much for that amount of spinach.

  • @kind7836
    @kind7836 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Epicurious never fails to disappoint with informative and intriguing videos

    • @EmmanuelFreytes
      @EmmanuelFreytes 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      never fails to disappoint? so you dont like em?

    • @EWilson1001
      @EWilson1001 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I think you mean "never disappoints"?

    • @lordsergal8783
      @lordsergal8783 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@EWilson1001 Or "never fails to amaze". My guess is the two got fused accidentally.

  • @thetannaree
    @thetannaree 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I looooooooooove cauliflower and that Caesar dressing is inspired 🤩

  • @angelacarrerarivera
    @angelacarrerarivera 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I am always amazed for the amount of butter chefs use, I mean how many bars of better do they have on their freezer? I will use a spoon of butter and that's it lol

  • @jag2333
    @jag2333 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Informative and enjoyable video. Thank you 🥰

  • @katsala918
    @katsala918 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    These are so fun! Tonight I’m making the canned tomato pork ribs, but I’ll have to fit some of these new recipes in soon. Would you ever do an episode featuring instant ramen?

    • @peterchui1964
      @peterchui1964 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I think they are putting emphasis on cooking fresh ingredients, always important.

    • @danielgiusti6731
      @danielgiusti6731 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Awesome!!! Let me know how the ribs come out!

  • @chrismyers46
    @chrismyers46 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You're a real life hero Dan! Love these videos :)

  • @isbeb507
    @isbeb507 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    woah that roast cauliflower looks great

  • @itstime3976
    @itstime3976 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The gyro looked amazing

  • @Easy-Cooking
    @Easy-Cooking 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great recipe! Looks nice! Thanks for sharing! 👍👍👍

  • @Jerichocassini
    @Jerichocassini 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Probably the best cooking series on youtube. Thank you Dan!

  • @user-g1c6r
    @user-g1c6r 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    the whole stick of butter for the porridge 😭 it looks v interesting tho, ill probably try it with half a stick instead

  • @KillerPiplup
    @KillerPiplup 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love cauliflower but i always just make it the way my mom did. So excited to try these out

  • @the-regularguy
    @the-regularguy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Idk why but I have the urge to make the Cesar salad cauliflower like the thick piece he browned and I got some ypugurt and mayo and some Tikka curry and try it

  • @joecooper1703
    @joecooper1703 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I did not have high hopes for the cauliflower Caesar, but it was very nice.

  • @MrKirby365
    @MrKirby365 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can't wait to try the gyros chef!

  • @triskaknee3548
    @triskaknee3548 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Dan is our man

    • @danielgiusti6731
      @danielgiusti6731 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That’s very nice of you to say!!! Thank you!

  •  2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm loving these recipes and can't wait to try. I'd like to do a tomato risotto with the cauliflower

  • @rakshitpancholi4875
    @rakshitpancholi4875 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    It’s fun to see Benzena being a good cook as well 👀

  • @rini6
    @rini6 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    The cauliflower egg thing looks great. I would use the entire egg and cook it a bit more.

  • @danlufeng662
    @danlufeng662 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Who else sleeps listening to this channel

  • @CookingwithAnaya007
    @CookingwithAnaya007 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Mouthwatering veggies..

  • @evanstillwater9744
    @evanstillwater9744 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi! Love the recipes ... especially the Caesar Salad. Is there any way to download written recipes this channel?

  • @DoubleDelishdotcom
    @DoubleDelishdotcom 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I eat a whole food vegan diet and I can't wait to veganize these recipes. Shouldn't be hard at all. All 3 are new to me! I'll make them all. I think I'll add some kind of grain in the first one though, it seemed a little light on calories and protein? I don't find whole grains to be heavy at all. I eat them every day.

    • @Talmorne
      @Talmorne 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I think some crispy scrambled tofu might be a nice topping for the porriage or stirfry that chilli sauce with some peanuts? I think the change in texture might be a nice touch

    • @DoubleDelishdotcom
      @DoubleDelishdotcom 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Talmorne Agreed! Or some soy curls would be great too.

  • @JuliaB1955
    @JuliaB1955 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    So glad I subbed to this channel. Love this guy! So down to earth AND clever. Thank you, Chef Dan!

  • @melissafields3376
    @melissafields3376 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Your Pronounced gyro correctly the first time. "year row "You even rolled the "R "

    • @interchris
      @interchris 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Super weird to just stick with the wrong pronunciation if you first got it right. Just call it a wrap or sandwich instead.

  • @delavidaebella
    @delavidaebella 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Cauliflower in soups, stews, and stir fries are great too! They are used a lot in chinese cooking 😃

  • @D_ytAcct
    @D_ytAcct 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was great - I've a cauliflower in the cupboard and never have any ideas as to how to use the damn thinga

  • @OldJimboX
    @OldJimboX ปีที่แล้ว

    Incredible!

  • @ProsperoIN
    @ProsperoIN 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That’s probably my favorite videos on a channel. Only thing that could make it better it’s if you add macros to this dishes

  • @beantownbonanza
    @beantownbonanza 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow so good