The Best Way To Cook Steak? | Techniquely with Lan Lam

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  • Cook’s Illustrated's Lan Lam delves into the cooking techniques and science behind some of our most innovative recipes. In the first episode, she shows you the best way to cook steak.
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  • @lanlam8767
    @lanlam8767 ปีที่แล้ว +4011

    thanks for watching everyone! i had so much fun making this video. the cold sear is such a solid technique (thanks aj!) and i loved diving into the pro's and con's of the other methods.

    • @bradleynoneofyourbizz5341
      @bradleynoneofyourbizz5341 ปีที่แล้ว +44

      The biggest con of this method is that you don't deliver!😉

    • @ssthapit
      @ssthapit ปีที่แล้ว +59

      Will the method work on cast iron skillet as well?

    • @Crimsaur
      @Crimsaur ปีที่แล้ว +18

      I really liked this video Lan, hope to see more from you like this! I always have a hard time making steaks and this should help a lot

    • @randy472
      @randy472 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      ​​@@ssthapit
      I'm just exploring this idea with you in my head. the first difference that occurs to me is that the cold cast iron pan may take a bit longer to heat up, so that initial sear on the first side may need to be left a bit longer ... maybe three to four minutes? you would find this out easily with a bit of experimentation. also, the heat retention of your pan will be greater, so when you change the heat down to medium the cast iron pan may stay hot for a bit longer. but again, this is a variable that you can easily sort out and regulate through experimentation with the technique.

    • @TheKriptikGamer
      @TheKriptikGamer ปีที่แล้ว +26

      Thank you. Really learnt a lot from this. I did the dry brine. Salted the steak an hr before and used the cold searing method. The steak came out absolutely perfect. Keep up the wonderful work, you have a real way of teaching and getting the audience to understand clearly.

  • @kristianmn
    @kristianmn ปีที่แล้ว +175

    Wow! I have been a chef/restaurateur for the past 27 years and this is easily the greatest new technique I’ve seen. Period. I love preparing steaks at home, but you are correct...hood has to be at max power, windows open, yet I STILL smoke up the house! Bottom line...how I do it at the restaurant simply doesn’t translate to the home kitchen. First attempt using THIS method and I’ll never do it any other way. See? You really CAN teach an old dog a new trick! Thank you!

    • @HK4RV
      @HK4RV หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I wonder will this work with stainless steal pan ?

    • @Kaiulani87
      @Kaiulani87 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You have to heat the PAN for at least 3 minutes.Put a drop of water and if it dances.It's ready for cooking THEN you put light oil in the pan. Then the steak Trust me. ​@@HK4RV

    • @nile7999
      @nile7999 หลายเดือนก่อน

      tmy nkm for k

  • @butter2099
    @butter2099 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +139

    She's THE BEST from this channel. Clear, eloquent, and scienc-y. Haha
    I love a good traditional steak but the number of times I've set off my fire alarm and also the amount of cleaning you have to do after (I walk around barefoot and you can feel the steak grease on every surface within an 8ft radius) is 💀. I find cold sear almost like a spit roast, but you do still get a bit of a crust from the pan. And definitely a lot less messy.

  • @lc7210
    @lc7210 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +81

    Lan is the best personality “food presenter” of the hundreds I’ve seen. This cold sear method hits all the buttons, from perfect sear to minimal clean up. Fabulous in every way. Only way to cook a steak. THANK YOU LAN.

  • @LBurou
    @LBurou ปีที่แล้ว +419

    I've never heard better explanations for cooking. This presenter's skills and background knowledge are remarkable. Thank you 🙂

    • @juggerswood
      @juggerswood 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Calm down bub.

    • @DJVARAO
      @DJVARAO 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You're welcome😁

  • @adrianbarac3063
    @adrianbarac3063 ปีที่แล้ว +546

    I've watched a stack of contradicting steak videos - and this would have to be the best I've seen. Terrific explainer, slickly produced... and it actually focuses on the CLEANING aspect! Subscribed.
    PS: Tried this tonight - Best method yet:)

    • @adrianbarac3063
      @adrianbarac3063 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      @dada dadidadu Link to better ones?

    • @MEF7
      @MEF7 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@dadadadidadu8601 Can you link to a better method please.

    • @strouth64
      @strouth64 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@adrianbarac3063 For flavor... cook low and slow on a ceramic cooker (think Big Green Egg) or an offset smoker, rest it, and sear it. For ease... this cold searing seems like a great option. It depends on what you're going for, the best possible taste, or a steak that is still really good with little fuss?

    • @gregusmc2868
      @gregusmc2868 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      What’s an “explainer?” It sounds terrific! (Wait. Is that like George W’s “I’m the DECIDER!?”) 🤔

  • @jimgarrett1894
    @jimgarrett1894 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +55

    Until I watched this video, I was an ardent cast iron proponent,but I tried a cold sear this evening and, WOW, what a difference. Not only was cleanup so much easier, but the steak was absolutely the best that I have ever produced. I'm convinced!

  • @MLFranklin
    @MLFranklin 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    You're a national treasure. Thanks so much for presenting these.

  • @chrisdelgado3473
    @chrisdelgado3473 ปีที่แล้ว +276

    This has turned out to be everything that I have ever wanted out of a cooking channel. Nothing silly; just good information and lots of it. ....and so nicely presented as well. Thank you so much.

  • @jonathanp5125
    @jonathanp5125 ปีที่แล้ว +352

    It's been said by everyone else, but want to throw my hat in for support of Lan Lam. What a wonderful chef she is. She's well-spoken and makes the video super informative and engaging! Would absolutely love to see more of Lan Lam!

    • @thesiker99
      @thesiker99 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Is it possible to cold sear with a stainless steel/sticky pan?

    • @randomcheese1719
      @randomcheese1719 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@thesiker99 stainless you can make nonstick by heating it up until water beads and rolls on it. But, even then it might still stick a little.

    • @aravartanian7578
      @aravartanian7578 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yes, Lan Lam is my new fav chef particularly after she helped me get my first confit right (the 6 day turkey thigh confit).

    • @EarlHayward
      @EarlHayward ปีที่แล้ว

      @@randomcheese1719 That is not longer a cold sear! I would suggest just a thin layer of oil or clarified butter on a cold stainless steel pan… Between that, and the salt and pepper, you pretty much have a non stick using a cold sear (provided you don’t peak)…

    • @danm8004
      @danm8004 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@EarlHaywardnot "peaking" (it's peek) would also mean you're not following the illustrated method.

  • @user-bs5it1qd7m
    @user-bs5it1qd7m 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +76

    I love Lan Lam. Her methods and delivery of the message is easy to follow. I love that she explains the why. Thank you Ms Lam

  • @giorgobiani
    @giorgobiani 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +100

    I constantly struggle with the steak cooking on the pan. Tried this method today and I can say, this is incredible. I ended up with great steak and no smoke and burning kitchen. Few things to keep in mind, though (everything is mentioned in the video, but I didn't pay much attention):
    1. Use this method for boneless steak. I tried T-Bone and while it was evenly cooked, the bone was little bit thiker and prevented meat from fully contacting the pan. So at the end, the meat had very little crust and had feeling of boiled, rather than fried.
    2. The thickness of the meat is very important. While I used quite thick meat, it was not still enough. Problem with the thin meat is lack of time to develop a crust. If the meat is not thick enough, you have max 2 flips on each side and while the steak is already medium well, crust is not yet fully developed. So if you want really crusty surface and jucy inside, go for a good, thick steak.
    Other than that, that's just the best home steak cooking video, thank you!

    • @damienpoyo
      @damienpoyo 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

      If your steak is thin, I'd suggest going with the method half-way and doing a high heat blast for 30 seconds each side to finish for the crust.

    • @bangbang6317
      @bangbang6317 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Your fire alarms didn’t go off using this method? I haven’t cooked steak in years because I have a microwave vent 😂

  • @dostevenk
    @dostevenk ปีที่แล้ว +545

    Love this new format, I hope this becomes a series! Lan Lam is a star!!

    • @SusanBinks
      @SusanBinks ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Exactly my sentiments. Lan is a delight to learn from. Love how she explains the science behind the method.

    • @noracharles80
      @noracharles80 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ssab9063 I learn from both. I expect overlapping. For heaven’s sake, how many ways can you make bread? So many, but flour seems to be an ingredient that’s repeated.

    • @Adrian-zw6sc
      @Adrian-zw6sc ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Mmm.. looks tasty!
      It's just too bad that strip or salmon steaks aren't in my budget in this bidenflation economy😞

    • @tom2207
      @tom2207 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@Adrian-zw6sc Why not? Just buy a great steak, and get half as much!

    • @jjsmith3302
      @jjsmith3302 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      @@Adrian-zw6sc Too bad you feel the need to politicize a cooking video... and blame the wrong person for the current political environment.

  • @RocketSlug
    @RocketSlug ปีที่แล้ว +161

    I really appreciate the overview of the other techniques for cooking a steak! This makes it a great reference to share with others, not just as a how-to

  • @dr.braxygilkeycruises1460
    @dr.braxygilkeycruises1460 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    I absolutely LOVE the way Chef Lan teaches!!! I don't even eat red meat and yet she just made me excited to use the cold searing method to make one for my Dad on our next visit. Thanks!!

  • @saint5203
    @saint5203 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    I wanted to personally thank you. I went and bought a thermometer. I did everything exactly the way you said to do it. My wife and I are very pleased on this memorial day weekend. Best steak I’ve ever made. Thank you

  • @DanielJSouza
    @DanielJSouza ปีที่แล้ว +176

    Nothing better than hanging out in the kitchen with Lan and learning how to cook better. Love this series.

    • @mel-nq6re
      @mel-nq6re ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I know... cooking OR chemistry👩‍🔬

    • @tom2207
      @tom2207 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Dan. All of you guys are FANTASTIC!

    • @noracharles80
      @noracharles80 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I am surprised when there is a response. You guys are TV stars.

  • @Bigdaddyinyourarea
    @Bigdaddyinyourarea ปีที่แล้ว +61

    This video is pure gold.
    I'm the average home cook that enjoys a steak cooked pink. Been buying all types of steak from cheap cuts to expensive japanese a5 wagyu ones and cooking them at home for the last decade or so. Cooked them the traditional way and ALWAYS had the problem of the uneven grey outside and pink middle. I tried this method and it has completely changed my life - will definitely use it for the rest of my carnivore years. Only thing I would do different from this video is at the end to blast the heat and get an even sear on all sides of the meat, not just the top and bottom.

  • @angrypotato_fz
    @angrypotato_fz 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    I don't even eat steaks, but Chef Lan is delightful to watch and listen to :) I appreciate dealing with regular home cook pros and cons (like the smoke and cleaning aspect). Great video!

  • @khannafamily3052
    @khannafamily3052 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

    Used this method last night on a 1.5 inch thick Porterhouse, cooked in my giant cast iron skillet, per Chef's instructions. Fabulous. One of the best steaks I have ever made with just a fraction of the smoke and splatter I usually get with the more conventional method of very hot skillet and oil added. And the salted steak went into skillet after being on a rack in the fridge for four hours. Just patted it dry and laid it in. Flipped every two minutes, then every minute as we approached the doneness we wanted. There was not a morsel left on anyone's plate. Clean up was simple: wipe with paper towel, scrape residue, wipe again. Done. Will try next with flattened chicken breasts, burgers, and salmon filets. Thank you, Chef!

    • @dimaangert
      @dimaangert 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      This is what I want to try (cast iron or carbon steel), but I wonder how the heat retention of the cast iron will impact this method - Lan was using a much lighter, most probably cast aluminum nonstick skillet with much lower thermal mass.

    • @brimminy
      @brimminy 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@dimaangert The heat retention of cast iron doesn't impact this method at all. It works out perfectly every time. You're welcome! 👍

    • @imtiol
      @imtiol 19 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Did you let the meat come up to room temperature first or put it in the pan straight from the fridge?

  • @slowerpicker
    @slowerpicker ปีที่แล้ว +161

    The presenter is engaging and informative! And unlike a lot of chemists who’ve gone from the lab to the kitchen, she gives us the science in a relaxed way that’s fully in the context of the problem - no “this is an example of” pontification.

    • @MikeTheD
      @MikeTheD ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yes she's very professional and it's weird she's actually been a cook instead of public speaking

  • @thomasrutledge354
    @thomasrutledge354 ปีที่แล้ว +92

    One of the best videos ever presented by ATK. Super helpful format.

  • @456myer
    @456myer 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    Thank you! I’m a single mom who thought me and my daughter would just have to go without steak unless bought at a restaurant but the way you cooked this is right up my alley!!! She’s going to love it 😍

  • @Nicholas-yi6rl
    @Nicholas-yi6rl 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    I'm really happy I saw this video. No oil, cold pan. This is magic!

  • @nathanp2007
    @nathanp2007 ปีที่แล้ว +67

    I absolutely love how this was filmed and edited. Old school with no stylized cuts or anything. This is the first Lan Lam video I've watched and she was great. I love how, like Kenji she has a background in the sciences so she approaches cooking in that way.
    As for the content, this was an awesome watch. I sous vide occasionally, grill usually and never cook indoors because of the mess and smoke. I would use this method if the steaks I bought were thick and uniformed like that.

    • @sandrah7512
      @sandrah7512 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      FWIW, this "cold sear" method was developed by Lan's former colleague Andrew Janjigian. But it's all right! According to *his* bio, Andrew started out as an organic chemist and has a master's degree in mycology. 🍄🙂
      🤔 Fun guy! 😄

    • @lanlam8767
      @lanlam8767 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      nathan, i'm so glad you noted the production! i'm so lucky to get to work with super-talented, thoughtful, fun people both in the kitchen and out!

    • @imtiol
      @imtiol 19 วันที่ผ่านมา

      And none of that annoying side camera showing us the profile of the person talking to the camera in front of them. That trend needs to die.

  • @masoodrazaq
    @masoodrazaq ปีที่แล้ว +52

    Lan is so polished and well spoken. Great presenter and the kitchen also looks fab. More of this please, ATK!

  • @johners2006
    @johners2006 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Lan Lam is such a great coach. Clear and to the point. More please!

  • @Thinman63
    @Thinman63 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I watch this yesterday and tried the technique last nite on a basic, no frills steak that needed to be used. Long story short, perfection. It came out so good and made the steak taste like a good steak. It didn't take a long time and it didn't make a mess. Fantastic!

  • @welbow
    @welbow ปีที่แล้ว +88

    Lan is awesome! She is very good at explaining the pros & cons, and her warm personality shows through! More, please!

  • @chidianuforo3670
    @chidianuforo3670 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    What I love about this video is that you showed us different techniques before showing and explaining why a cold sear is better. We got to actually see the benefits instead of just being told. I wasn't sure what to make for lunch but I think I'll have steak and try a cold sear. If it's successful for me, it could be my new method of cooking steak.

    • @melanp4698
      @melanp4698 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      If you have time (and money for it ofc), Sous Vide is always better. But yeah this was definitely a good method.

    • @ivanlagrossemoule
      @ivanlagrossemoule 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@melanp4698 Sous vide equipment allows you to cook other stuff than just steak too. I've made lamb roast to perfection, chicken breasts and so on. That being said I'll try this anyway because there's no downside in knowing various cooking methods, especially since sometimes I get a small steak because it was on discount and just want to cook it up when I get home.

    • @melanp4698
      @melanp4698 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@ivanlagrossemoule I know :) I find a downside to Sous Vide to be that the fat isnt rendered as well and the meat becomes too uniform. If you dont get steak very often, Sous Vide is probably better, but if you cook a lot of meat, it might get a little bit boring in my humble opinion.

  • @prietom1031
    @prietom1031 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    After this, definitely cold sear from now on. Ms. Lam is so delightful, great teacher, and fun to watch!

  • @LeighWinspear
    @LeighWinspear 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    6:42. Love that you mention, "hearing" the cooking process. The food is telling you what stage of cooking it is at right in front of you. Instantly subscribing to this channel now, as the best cooks/chefs/grillers/bbq folks, listen, taste and see, to better understand and control cooking their meat proteins.

  • @debg8329
    @debg8329 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    We need a Lan cooking show! She’s wonderful!

    • @sandrah7512
      @sandrah7512 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      This *is* a Lan cooking show...

  • @q45ij54q
    @q45ij54q ปีที่แล้ว +30

    I used this tonight on a 1.5 inch ribeye and it was everything claimed in this video. The steak cooked pink edge to edge without any mess at all. Next time I'll throw some butter and garlic in for the last four minutes, but I am a convert!

  • @s.s.athome7982
    @s.s.athome7982 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    This is the third video of yours that I will employ to change the way I cook. I was really happy with the one about "overcooking" vegetables, and using water to caramelize onions was an eye opener for me. I'm so happy to see your videos turn up on my desktop! Thank you!

  • @douglasesselink1615
    @douglasesselink1615 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I could look at you and listen to your voice all day! ❤ so much Information and Instruction, I can't wait to see more of your content!!! My favorite chef!!!!

  • @dfitzger
    @dfitzger ปีที่แล้ว +214

    Wow, this just straight up changed my life. I've always cooked steaks in the traditional method, but wanted to try this out. Bought a nice NY strip and went with the cold sear method. I like my steaks fairly rare to medium rare, and was able to hit this temp perfectly in about 7 minutes. Just absolutely floored at how well this method worked out, couldn't ask for a better steak. I even gave a sample to someone that likes well done steaks, and they loved it. This is absolutely my go to method for cooking steaks at home from now on.

    • @andressalessa
      @andressalessa ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Did you use non-stick?

    • @MEF7
      @MEF7 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Can a cast iron pan be used?

    • @khannafamily3052
      @khannafamily3052 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@MEF7 Yes. By all means. I just posted a review about doing this in cast iron.

    • @seahedge68
      @seahedge68 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Why does the steak have to be 1 1/2 inches thick?

    • @TheMetalCrafter
      @TheMetalCrafter 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@seahedge68 If its too thin it'll cook too fast, most butchers will cut the steaks thick, 1 1/4ish is fine

  • @Tornvongeldern
    @Tornvongeldern ปีที่แล้ว +290

    I was a bit skeptical about the cold-searing method, but it works amazingly. I have great steaks, it's much healthier without oil and the kitchen is much cleaner. Thank you very much for a great method:)

    • @ikkiiiieee
      @ikkiiiieee ปีที่แล้ว +11

      idk about healthier when you're using a nonstick pan coated in chemicals

    • @linhhoang1725
      @linhhoang1725 ปีที่แล้ว +33

      @@ikkiiiieee as long as the chemicals stays in the pan and does not contaminate the steak, you're not consuming them. Also, everything is chemical, even cast-iron is Carbon, Silicon and Iron

    • @n8an811
      @n8an811 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      @@linhhoang1725 I think that they're talking about PFASs (forever chemicals) found in non-stick coating that are known to cause problems. Heating above a certain point already causes them to break down and some degrade/break down at or arpund the smoking point of many oils.
      Almost everything is a chemical, but some are more harmful to humans (and potentially other species) than others. A cast iron skillet isn't know for leaching chemicals that can cause hormone problems and become carcinogenic during regular use.

    • @n8an811
      @n8an811 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@linhhoang1725 I will say that some people use "chemicals" to freak people out to push "natural" bs. They'll sell you the same thing, but just use a naturally derived source of the same chemical.

    • @mikecournoyer1605
      @mikecournoyer1605 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      @@n8an811 the surface of the skillet is not going to reach those high temperatures with the steak in there if you're following the method correctly. That's only really an issue if you're preheating an empty nonstick skillet on high for too long

  • @rebeccashelton3552
    @rebeccashelton3552 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love that it's not splashing and messing up things!!! The meat looks so good in the end! Definitely will save this recipe and try it!

  • @pezzodipunto2239
    @pezzodipunto2239 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Unpretentious, science based but with a joy for cooking and targeting the best outcomes with the least hassle, there's quite a few 'celebrity chefs' out there that can learn a thing or two from you. Thank you!

  • @pepprdgefarm
    @pepprdgefarm ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Been following America's Test Kitchen for years. Have to say that these clips with LL in them are way better than they have been in the past. Keep up the great work!

  • @duanedelestienne2997
    @duanedelestienne2997 ปีที่แล้ว +148

    Not only is this great information, it is so well presented, and the reaction at the end brings smiles! Thank you!

  • @michaellane4762
    @michaellane4762 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    I saw your video about cold searing a steak about a couple weeks ago. I had to try it. I bought a nice rib eye and cooked it the way you said. It was delicious! Beautiful crust and pink all the way through. I cooked it to 130 and it was great. I have to admit that I have a rule in my house . I don't cook a steak without sharing with my dogs. They loved it too. LOL. Mike

  • @kaegancasey5291
    @kaegancasey5291 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Obsessed with how you explain everything in such an intuitive way! Hooked on this series now.

  • @robertdavies1608
    @robertdavies1608 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    First, so glad i found Lan Lam - great teacher! Second, I tried this method and a couple comments - listening is key! My stove gets very hot and the initial 2 minutes / side is too much. My steak started to spatter at 60 seconds so i turned down the heat to medium to sear the other side. I keep listening and turning down the heat as i flipped, eventually landing on low. It took about 10 minutes total time, rested steak for 5 minutes. The results were as advertised - good crust, uniform color, good flavor and very juicy. More importantly SO MUCH easier and more pleasant than the traditional restaurant style (ie Gordon Ramsey).

  • @DVRBLKWLF
    @DVRBLKWLF ปีที่แล้ว +20

    This right here. ATK has always been great, but this is the pinnacle of the format. Science, education, logic, technique, and a fantastic, down-to-earth, charismatic host/instructor. And I would have thought of Lan or Dan for this kind of video. Chef's kiss for this installment.

  • @AllanRisk
    @AllanRisk 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Love Lan Lam's videos ... practical, scientific and clear!!

  • @jeremiahbullfrog9288
    @jeremiahbullfrog9288 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Lan Lam is fantastic, I learn so much science from each of her videos. Thank you!

  • @N2Dressage001
    @N2Dressage001 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    My grandma was ahead of her time - this is exactly how she cooked her steaks in the 60s for us. Yummy memories!

    • @DAG_r8
      @DAG_r8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      This. I mean same here. this method isn't new.

  • @SteveBryant2
    @SteveBryant2 ปีที่แล้ว +74

    Lan, this is an excellent video! You captured my attention from the very start and held it to the end of the video. I like the comparison and progression of various cooking methods along with the pros and cons of each. Also, as a retired engineer, I appreciate the fact that you've carefully seasoned this learning experience with some science.

    • @lanlam8767
      @lanlam8767 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      thanks steve! i love science (in and out of the kitchen) and it's such a pleasure to get to interact with others who feel the same way

  • @peterdobol6662
    @peterdobol6662 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Love your delivery and knowledge. My new favorite "how to cook" series and I'm as old as dirt but still learning.

  • @jjm4life692
    @jjm4life692 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Love the break down of the how to’s and why’s! So much useful information in a short time with these videos. Thank you!

  • @GSHalperin
    @GSHalperin ปีที่แล้ว +16

    The cold sear technique was superb. Apart from the fact that the steak was perfectly cooked, it’s the first time I’ve made steak where the smoke alarm didn’t go off and the stove, and the area around the stove, wasn’t splattered with grease, for which my wife thanks you. (I cook, she cleans.)

  • @RoseColoredIris
    @RoseColoredIris ปีที่แล้ว +81

    I was finally able to make caramelized onions because of Lan due to her last video and now I'm really excited to try this method of cooking a steak.

  • @ZengoMay
    @ZengoMay 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Cooked today for the first time in 7 years. Followed your Cold Sear instructions to the letter. 100% success. Crusted outer, pink inside, no grey. Thank you

  • @KristofferYiFredriksson
    @KristofferYiFredriksson 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    Just tried the cold sear method in a well seasoned carbon steel pan and it worked great. I went a bit too hot out of habit so there's room for improvement, but this will definitely be the way I cook steak from now on.

  • @katrinav8142
    @katrinav8142 ปีที่แล้ว +66

    I tried cold searing a few times and I've finally nailed it down to exactly how our family likes our steaks, and it is SO MUCH BETTER than how I used to cook them! I don't set off the fire alarm constantly and have to open the windows anymore. Everything cooks exactly to temp for every person's preferences. Thank you so much for all your help, Lan Lam!!! ❤❤

  • @bobbystrickland
    @bobbystrickland ปีที่แล้ว +29

    I like the way this video is shot--feels more natural without the chef's outfit. More conversational and personality/passion coming through. Continue with this approach. But mainly, I cannot wait to try this technique. It makes sense, but have never thought of it! Thank you!

  • @ReeRau
    @ReeRau 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    You have DEFINITELY convinced me to use the cold sear method! It makes a FABulous steak!!! Thank you!

  • @dlv9707
    @dlv9707 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Oh wow… in my (as it seems) never ending quest to make the best possible at-home steak, this is a MILESTONE! Thank you for this, amazingly explained, well executed. I cooked as shown and it came out wonderfully, cooked to the point (using a thermometer) with beautiful crust - perfect! Five stars!

  • @kathleengerber5696
    @kathleengerber5696 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    This looks amazing! It checks all the boxes for me…easy, not messy, perfectly cooked. Thanks Lan. You’re a pleasure to watch. You’re so clear and easy to follow; a wonderful teacher.

    • @zackhudson5172
      @zackhudson5172 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello 👋 Kathleen. How are you doing ? Hope are you fine. I'm Zack Hudson and am from Denver Colorado, where are you from. You seem like a real country girl

  • @dirkgraham665
    @dirkgraham665 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Excellent instructional video from a pro! Lan you are informative, passionate and genuine. With a pinch of wit. Love it. Opens my eyes to new methods of cooking. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

  • @marcellef8302
    @marcellef8302 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Perfect! Can't wait to try this method. Clean, smokeless, Perfect! Thank you, Lan Lam

  • @jayuthman
    @jayuthman 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you Lan
    I love the way you explain every step and what’s going on with the steak
    As a man of science, the added “chemistry” is amazing ……
    I wish I could do an internship with you during my holiday breaks

  • @dianadambrosio1
    @dianadambrosio1 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Thank you Lan!
    I love that you went through all of the other techniques and then landed on this one. I am absolutely trying this my next steak!

  • @josephgitter
    @josephgitter ปีที่แล้ว +96

    This is such a great video! Lan brings so much incredible experience and expertise and presents it in such a digestible way. So good!

  • @jims3276
    @jims3276 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I finally got a chance to use this method on a snake river farms gold New York strip. It worked as perfectly as she demonstrated. My steak was a little thicker so the cook time was a little longer, but having used the reverse sear method for years I’m hooked on cold sear. Much faster and now my wife won’t complain about me hogging the oven. Thank you!

  • @daelster
    @daelster 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    It's not just that this method works. It's that you explained it so well.

  • @tjnaevans
    @tjnaevans ปีที่แล้ว +13

    you are my favorite ATK host This series is full of "ah ha" moments and real cooking shops techniques Thank you

  • @acerpa
    @acerpa ปีที่แล้ว +58

    This method which was named cold seared in the video is what has been traditionally used to cook stakes for over 150 years in Argentina. The only slight difference is that the steaks are usually salted with big-grain salt 1hr+ in advance, something that is also mentioned in the video. It is very good, I've been cocking my stakes this way since I was 15 years old.

    • @kaylabryson1932
      @kaylabryson1932 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Awesome !!

    • @cmalchik
      @cmalchik ปีที่แล้ว +2

      What type of pan is traditionally used for this method in Argentina?

    • @AmbicionEterna
      @AmbicionEterna ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I think she mentioned pre salting 45 mins more more as an option

    • @acerpa
      @acerpa 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@cmalchik In the olden days, it was just a flat iron skillet. Since the non-stick materials didn't exist, a nifty trick is to use a small cut piece of the steak's fat and move it over a hot pan (with a pair of tongs or a knife) to create a small layer of melted fat that prevents the steak sticking to the pan/skillet at the beginning of the cooking process. Once the steak begins cooking, the natural fat of the steak does the trick (this and the fact that you move your steak while cooking). Nowadays, with non-sticking pans available, this is no longer necessary.

  • @nuvigroovi
    @nuvigroovi 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I tried this today and it was the best stove top steak I ever cooked. Straight out of the fridge. No need to wait until meat is room temperature.
    I have cast iron and stainless steel but the non stick works great. No mess! Will be my go to method from now on!

  • @jeannez2573
    @jeannez2573 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Lan explained every process so clearly! Definitely want to try making this cold sear steak myself. Beautiful steak!

  • @officiaImomdad
    @officiaImomdad ปีที่แล้ว +31

    Lan is a shining star in this series! I’m drooling looking at those steaks 🥩

  • @NeroHeresy
    @NeroHeresy ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I’ve been pan frying steak for a while now and this is all I’ve ever wanted in a cooking method. Simple, easy and methodical. Doing it this way from now on! Thank you!

  • @RMSUkraine
    @RMSUkraine 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I just tried this. Worked great and super easy to do. Thanks so much. This should definitely be the first thing beginners see. Love it!! Never thought steak could be so easy

  • @roynexus6
    @roynexus6 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    A chef, a chemistry major and beautiful. Perfect.

  • @Isahedron-1967
    @Isahedron-1967 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    It’s a pure pleasure listening to her explaining the different types of techniques

  • @jomarereso9990
    @jomarereso9990 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    It is the best technique ever - no mess, super easy. I even used it for a butter basted with herbs and garlic by adding room temp butter half way through and then basting and flipping till done.

  • @dennisleonetti1198
    @dennisleonetti1198 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I have done all methods and was reverse searing and now you showed me this method, I love it and I now only use this method, your the best.😘

  • @joshuapinter
    @joshuapinter 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You're a fantastic teacher. And you just blew my mind. I'm a big sous vide guy but I'm going to try this when I forget to prep ahead of time.

  • @gsuderman
    @gsuderman ปีที่แล้ว +6

    My goodness. You are easily the best chef / presenter on TH-cam as you are so engaging and interesting. I learned a ton of new info here. Thank-you.

  • @carisbrookefinefurniturean5653
    @carisbrookefinefurniturean5653 ปีที่แล้ว +61

    So glad I found Lan! Love her method of instruction, sharing of her expertise in technique, and her demeanor. So pleasant to listen to. All that and beautiful to boot! I'm a Lan fan for sure!

  • @donnaaugustine7995
    @donnaaugustine7995 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Just used your method and it’s the best. Thanks for a perfectly detailed explanation on how to cook using the cold seared.

  • @ixamedia6572
    @ixamedia6572 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Lan has to have her own channel! So clear, organized, plus I love her calm assured personality.

  • @philraymond2543
    @philraymond2543 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Initially saw this video a few months ago and have been using the cold sear ever since. Best steaks I have ever cooked. Thank you, Lan Lam. You have such a pleasant demeanor and are so easy to watch and understand. Big fan!

  • @alicelawson
    @alicelawson ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Great debut Lan. You surely know your business - how to cook, with some good observations. I love your touch of humour too - bring in the laptop, fold some table linen, etc.. Good, clean script, efficient editing, scientic setting. I see all these as your signature style. Well done.

    • @zackhudson5172
      @zackhudson5172 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello 👋 Alice. How are you doing ? Hope are you fine. I'm Zack Hudson and am from Denver Colorado, where are you from. You seem like a real country girl

  • @thedon95376
    @thedon95376 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    This is the only steak cooking method where I can get consistent results, thank you so much!

  • @lonniedeckermusic
    @lonniedeckermusic 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I love Lan Lam. Best explanations ever.

  • @theturk3006
    @theturk3006 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    I love Lan Lum, so smart and understandable.

  • @paulb9453
    @paulb9453 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    The most honest TV chef ever? No other chef warns of a smoke inhalation risk and potentially ruined day spent cleaning the skillet 😂 awesome, thanks Lan

  • @HimejiEndless
    @HimejiEndless 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Very informative and i like how specific you are and how you explain things as well while staying objective and focused! I will definitely try this method now!

  • @ItIsColdHere
    @ItIsColdHere 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I love your little expressions of delight at certain points! 😊

  • @veronicaalvarez3378
    @veronicaalvarez3378 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I’ve always had a hard time cooking steaks but now I’ve got my confidence back! Thank you for this video 🙏🙏❤️❤️

  • @douglaswynn9668
    @douglaswynn9668 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Finally, a chef that makes things clear, quick and simple!

  • @WJSpies
    @WJSpies 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Cold sear makes all kinds of sense. I've done an unscientific version of it by trial and error for a while, by trial and error kinda. Your instruction has clarified a lot of what I was unknowing about and sketchy on. Great lesson 😊

  • @katharinet213
    @katharinet213 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Best. Method. Ever!!! Worked perfectly and virtually no splatter to clean up. Thanks!

  • @danieltepper9918
    @danieltepper9918 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I cold seared a NY strip and it came out PERFECT! This is definitely my new 'go-to' way of cooking a steak. And the fact that there is no splatter and minimal cleanup needed is an added bonus.

  • @musicofDK
    @musicofDK ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Wow this is the 1st time hearing about cold searing. It is clean and sweet! Thanks a lot!

  • @AnthonyHoweThinkHowe
    @AnthonyHoweThinkHowe 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Props to you for this great method! I”ve been wasting time for years lathering steaks in butter etc…. This method is so simple and has revolutionised my steak cooking! Such a great learning experience. Thank you!

  • @milkjugs4771
    @milkjugs4771 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I always used to have such trouble cooking steak, but this way is truly foolproof. Thank you for developing this method and sharing it with us!