Get Better Tasting Meat: 5 Keys to Marinating | Techniquely with Lan Lam

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  • Опубліковано 21 лис 2024
  • Cook’s Illustrated's Senior Editor Lan Lam shows you how to build a marinade properly.
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  • @puffinjuice
    @puffinjuice Рік тому +93

    Lan Lam needs her own channel. She is the best!

    • @puffinjuice
      @puffinjuice 7 місяців тому

      @@riley-arr-g I dont like the other chefs. I havent subscribed because I dont wanter the other content.

  • @virginia3168
    @virginia3168 Рік тому +14

    By far the smartest and best presenter.

  • @williamharberts5514
    @williamharberts5514 Рік тому +532

    Lan has a unique ability to teach not only how but why to do something and she does it without being dry and scholarly. That is a rare gift.

    • @gdehms
      @gdehms Рік тому +8

      For sure - there’s so much cooking content on UA-cam that doesn’t actually teach anything practical but instead just fills up 10 minutes.
      I actually remember and apply the concepts she shares here. Crazy

    • @semilog643
      @semilog643 Рік тому +9

      She's the best. Her degree in chemistry certainly helps.

    • @dkim3444
      @dkim3444 Рік тому +6

      no ad reads! no unfunny attempts at humor! i love how ATK feels like it's made for adults.

    • @Dominikmj
      @Dominikmj Рік тому

      @@semilog643 She has a degree in chemistry? Oh my lord. It might be far too long ago - or she simplifies it, so it becomes misinformation...

    • @semilog643
      @semilog643 Рік тому +3

      Of course it's simplified. She's not going to be talking about molecular orbitals or doing molecular dynamics simulations :P

  • @ChIGuY-town22_
    @ChIGuY-town22_ Рік тому +25

    Lan is amazing and so graceful playing the accordion. 😅

  • @Mike-fv8cu
    @Mike-fv8cu Рік тому +28

    Lan, I'm so glad you touched on the ability to safely repurpose a marinade. Many cooking articles indicate it isn't safe but basic food science is basic food science

  • @jackbennett4575
    @jackbennett4575 Рік тому +243

    Lan is fantastic. Her humility and integrity with a sprinkling of mischievous angelic charm = joyous education, every time!

  • @stevenn889
    @stevenn889 9 місяців тому +2

    I never knew before that I should pat dry my marinated chicken before pan searing it & it makes such a huge difference!! Thank you so much Lan!

  • @tomfeldkamp4554
    @tomfeldkamp4554 Рік тому +13

    Great knowledge + excellent personality + passion for the subject matter + mastery of jargon-less descriptions for the benefit of home cooks + humor = Lan!!!! Thanks!

  • @jeffaxel181
    @jeffaxel181 Рік тому +4

    Another great video! My only difference of opinion is I don't put oil in the marinade. It doesn't do anything for the marinating and can actually be a barrier between meat and the marinade, inhibiting the absorption of flavors. But it is important for cooking.. So just add it to the marinating bag at the end of the marinating period and mix it in so that it can do its job during the actual cooking process.

  • @cydkriletich6538
    @cydkriletich6538 Рік тому +72

    Thank you, Lan. I never knew this about marinades, and it explains why a lot of mine have often failed to do what I had hoped they would. I always enjoy your calm and graceful presence on camera.

  • @Comma_jamaal
    @Comma_jamaal 11 місяців тому +1

    I love her. She should do a tour

  • @Chris-ji4iu
    @Chris-ji4iu 5 місяців тому +5

    If Lan Lam is teaching, I'm listening ...and learning.

  • @ndzapruder
    @ndzapruder Рік тому +2

    I *really* like her. I could listen to her speak all day!

  • @elizabethhoward6205
    @elizabethhoward6205 Рік тому +8

    Yes, please, more videos on marinades!

  • @EhNothing
    @EhNothing 3 місяці тому +3

    I did not see the accordion coming out, lol!! Awesome.

  • @jklam00
    @jklam00 26 днів тому +1

    🙏 thank you! To us casual cooks this channel offers the most logical and honest methods to improve our dinners!

  • @ShingInAction
    @ShingInAction 10 місяців тому +1

    When a Lan video appears, I WATCH WITH EXCITEMENT

  • @bertt1055
    @bertt1055 Рік тому

    Goddess of cooking

  • @mayurpatel2901
    @mayurpatel2901 Рік тому +160

    I would also love to know more about yogurt as a marinade base. From Indian cooking I have started adding yogurt to almost all my marinades. Really adds both flavor and tenderness. But impedes browning. Would love to hear her feedback on that.

    • @DH-be4ur
      @DH-be4ur Рік тому +14

      Seconded, please.

    • @justoutchea
      @justoutchea Рік тому

      ​@@DH-be4urp

    • @ssam7384
      @ssam7384 Рік тому +16

      Drain the yoghurt marinade and pat dry the meat. After you face browned the meat in a hot plan, cook the marinade separately in the charred pan to create great fond. You can reintroduce the meat to the gravy

    • @neli8892
      @neli8892 Рік тому +2

      I like this. Have you had issues with the yogurt marinade splitting when cooking it down?

    • @mayurpatel2901
      @mayurpatel2901 Рік тому +4

      Yes, the yogurt will curdle, but it is not off-putting. I was asking more about the food science. Figuring out how to work it into your recipe isn't that hard, but the food science might help to focus efforts.

  • @P2Z_ColdBeans
    @P2Z_ColdBeans 5 місяців тому +6

    Lan is the beeeeest. Definitely need a Lan's Test Kitchen. 😝 Even when I already know something I will click and watch through just because I enjoy how well she explains things.

  • @windlessoriginals1150
    @windlessoriginals1150 Рік тому

    Big fan of Lan!

  • @hungsu9204
    @hungsu9204 Рік тому +8

    I enjoy Lan's advice so very much.

  • @Sbannmarie
    @Sbannmarie 11 місяців тому +1

    Invite us over Lam! All Looks divine.

  • @StarCitizenJorunn
    @StarCitizenJorunn Рік тому

    I love these episodes so much!

  • @josephfortier5450
    @josephfortier5450 11 місяців тому +1

    She is definitely one of the best.

  • @paymenomind1604
    @paymenomind1604 27 днів тому

    I came to the comments to see if anyone had some marinades to share....its all praise for Lan. 😂 It's hilarious! Well deserved! We love you, Lan! ❤

  • @bbd9719
    @bbd9719 Рік тому +16

    Different acid-based marinades and how to do them properly, is what I would love to see.

    • @mrlapageisyourman
      @mrlapageisyourman Рік тому +4

      I think Nik Sharma of Serious Eats did a breakdown of this in his article on yogurt marinades.

    • @bbd9719
      @bbd9719 Рік тому +1

      @@mrlapageisyourman I'll check it out. Thanks stranger!

    • @skhanifar
      @skhanifar 6 місяців тому

      FYI, she mentions that marinating your meat too long in highly acidic food will make your meat mushy. that is not the case in my testing (when grilling the meat). i have marinated chicken breasts in a ton of lemon juice for 72 hours before and they end up having normal texture.

  • @Ashlar5126
    @Ashlar5126 7 місяців тому +3

    This may be the best, most informative, most delightful, most educational video I have ever watched on UA-cam.

  • @richardtosti2645
    @richardtosti2645 11 місяців тому

    Lan Lam is a really good teacher. Appreciate her expertise and sharing her techniques.

  • @Great_PatBingsoo
    @Great_PatBingsoo 11 місяців тому

    Best video on marinade, period. She breaks down the science behind the process, reinforcing my intuition that you don’t need a lot of time.

  • @hisukserjeant5204
    @hisukserjeant5204 Рік тому +2

    Her way of teaching is so well structured and yet so laid back way it just comes into my old head easily😃 not only so elegant but her intelligence and style and her lovely voice just so appetising ❤❤👍👍👍👍

  • @bootman26
    @bootman26 Рік тому +2

    Lan reinforces much of what I've gotten from recipes and TV. She has a great personlity and superior skills.

  • @billbouldin2969
    @billbouldin2969 Рік тому

    She is amazing - Techniquely!

  • @mirnuky
    @mirnuky 11 місяців тому

    Lan, thank you so much for your videos and knowledge!

  • @Mageneated
    @Mageneated Рік тому +3

    I want a bulgogi recipe!!!! Would love to hear more about that

  • @rivergourmet
    @rivergourmet 10 місяців тому

    Keep the soft reassuring delivery of the techniques Lan. It makes us comfortable to expand our dinning table selections. thanks

  • @markf7066
    @markf7066 Рік тому

    Nice relation to an accordion! Brilliant idea!

  • @concierj7993
    @concierj7993 Рік тому +8

    As someone with a UA-cam cooking addiction years in duration, Lan is putting out the best content I've seen in its class. Accessible, informative, engaging, and, most importantly, extremely useful. Thank you for helping me become a better home cook. ❤

  • @bundocom
    @bundocom Рік тому

    I absolutely love this series and Lan Lam is the perfect person to do it. Anyone can follow a good recipe, but not all recipes are good. Technique makes the cook.

  • @debbiedixon8730
    @debbiedixon8730 Рік тому

    Langley I just love your tutorials. So real and on point. It's a pleasure.

  • @ogdale
    @ogdale Рік тому +1

    I Love Lan Lam!!! ❤ She Is So Good In The Kitchen. I Never Miss Any Of Her Vids!!! 💯 🍷

  • @RichArtLove
    @RichArtLove Рік тому +7

    Ultimate Chicken Marinade #1 - Teriyaki Sauce as a base has enough natural salt no extra is needed. Add a lot of minced garlic, Add six whole squeezed small mandarin oranges cut into quarters w peel on, add black pepper with paprika, powdered ginger, add squeezed quarters of a whole lime, and a solid pour of either Chinese cooking rice wine or oyster sauce. The fruit's juice & peel is your sugar & tart flavors.
    Add all this into a big zip-lock bag full of bone in chicken parts - thighs & drumsticks work well - hand mix & toss and refrigerate for at least 48 hours.
    Prep a big roasting pan with a deep trivet/bed of prepped/chopped veggies - baby carrots, bell peppers, onion, celery, and mushrooms work great - arrange chicken over the top, and then pour leftover marinade over it all. Squirt some EV olive oil over exposed veggies.
    Baste chicken with a thick coat of heavy Asian sauce, and Bake at 420 for 30min, then pull it out, flip parts, baste again, bake 25 minutes more. Rest for 10 min & serve. Wow!
    Bonus Effect; Pouring a mix of chicken stock or wine mixed with corn starch into the pan veggies with turn the marinade & chicken juices into a fantastic gravy like sauce!
    The chicken will turn into exotic tender meat candy, and the veggies will make the best leftovers you've ever had. Serve with a brown rice side for the full effect.

  • @carolinepeterson7995
    @carolinepeterson7995 Рік тому +11

    That recipe for mojo-marinated skirt steak is my most-cooked ATK recipe of all time! I make it at least once a month as a protein accompaniment to a big salad.

  • @redliv
    @redliv Рік тому

    We love you Lan!

  • @SteveMillerhuntingforfood
    @SteveMillerhuntingforfood Рік тому +1

    Lan has such an excellent voice for these video's. So easy to listen to. I gotta try the skirt steak marinade asap. It looks incredible.

  • @douglasernst9477
    @douglasernst9477 Рік тому +15

    Unbelievable. The science behind it all with the love of cooking are right up front for the mind to soak up. Her ability to taste the various ingredients in a bite are astounding. To top it off her humor and her presentation just make it comfortable to rewatch this over and over again until the knowledge she delivers is ingrained into your brain.

  • @doctor78212
    @doctor78212 Рік тому

    I like the way Lan, and Dan, both explain the why.

  • @amycyclenut
    @amycyclenut 8 місяців тому

    I absolutely love Lan and Techniquely!! Keep it up!

  • @buddythelittletinyrescuedo5114
    @buddythelittletinyrescuedo5114 5 місяців тому

    She is adorable and has beautiful hands! easy on the ears and eyes as well.

  • @pollopacheco1891
    @pollopacheco1891 Рік тому +1

    Lan, you are so clear in your explanation!

  • @smoothieshake1
    @smoothieshake1 6 місяців тому +5

    Lan is my favorite! Such a calming voice, detailed explanations without sounding like a lecture, methodical steps, and analogies. More of her please!

  • @timmacpherson788
    @timmacpherson788 Рік тому +1

    love this girl

  • @JS-mt1qx
    @JS-mt1qx Рік тому +2

    I love these videos - they're so helpful! I would love to know more about other cooking methods like poaching. Look forward to the next one!

  • @josephgitter
    @josephgitter Рік тому +15

    Lan is so great! she breaks down steps so easily and why things work and what the important bits are.

  • @smody121
    @smody121 Рік тому +2

    I used her marinating ideas on chicken and then used her cold searing method from the steak cooking video with a thermometer to get the perfect temp... amazing.

  • @napalmsanctuaryx4129
    @napalmsanctuaryx4129 6 місяців тому +1

    Sun-dried tomato vinaigrette is a great marinade for chicken and fish. It's a little strong on the fruity_ sweet side of things, but not that strong. I worked at a restaurant that used it to marinade their grilled chicken sandwiches, and It's been my go-to ever since. That was almost 30 years ago.

  • @clarkgaylord
    @clarkgaylord Рік тому +13

    Yes! I want a detailed episode on ALL of those! 😂
    I've really enjoyed the "adovada" episode, and have brought that into repertoire. It would be great to hear Lan's take on this from a Filipino perspective. The other Asian marinades would also be great

  • @janefromcanada6943
    @janefromcanada6943 2 місяці тому

    I love watching your videos. You have a lovely personality and you get straight to the point while explaining the reasoning behind the actions.

  • @davidnorris8852
    @davidnorris8852 Рік тому +1

    Love you girl! My food tastes better because of you!!! 💖💖💖

  • @f15stroke
    @f15stroke Рік тому

    Honey, lime, dijon chicken is one of my favorites. Now I’m gonna add salt and paprika thanks to your video. 😊

  • @TheDuckofLaw
    @TheDuckofLaw Рік тому +4

    I watch every ATK video. This is an incredible resource for every level of chef. Thank you so much, Lan and the whole team!

  • @albondigas9549
    @albondigas9549 Рік тому

    you know what's attractive? Everything about this lady!🤗

  • @elsafischer3247
    @elsafischer3247 Рік тому

    Lam Lam I love your tutorials,great education thank you

  • @themtoniraniremaxbroker2447
    @themtoniraniremaxbroker2447 2 місяці тому

    Lan, You are Very Very Good!! Many thanks. Be Well.

  • @cpp8227
    @cpp8227 Рік тому +2

    Another wonderful video from Lan; love it!

  • @rexanderson5024
    @rexanderson5024 Рік тому +2

    You are amazing

  • @abdulhamid9605
    @abdulhamid9605 6 місяців тому

    More lan lam please, she's great

  • @williambreedyk7861
    @williambreedyk7861 Рік тому +1

    General principles of marinade construction,- using these, a near infinite number of variations are available. This is the way to go.

  • @Thundaarr
    @Thundaarr Рік тому

    A bulgogi marinade video is essential to all of our well beings. Getting the rite flavor and tenderness is something I've tried and failed at many a time. I'm not sure if it's my marinade that is wrong or the cut of meat is wrong. Help me Lan Lam, you're my only hope.

  • @EdgewoodGarden
    @EdgewoodGarden Рік тому

    This video is phenomenal thank you CC/ATC!

  • @ShadyNetworker
    @ShadyNetworker Рік тому +3

    Lan is not only gorgeous, she's also awesome at explaining the essence of the subject!

  • @chipcleveland990
    @chipcleveland990 7 місяців тому

    I've only recently found this channel and I'm enjoying the variety in the playlist.

  • @pmdinaz
    @pmdinaz 3 місяці тому

    wow, looks great. Thanks for the trick of reusing marinades! Boil and refresh with the citrus is an awesome tip!

  • @berkcimen1736
    @berkcimen1736 Рік тому

    This isbthe best section in this channel

  • @ctwest3601
    @ctwest3601 Рік тому

    Well as soon as that adorable accordion comes out of course this video is getting a like!

  • @HS22181
    @HS22181 Рік тому +2

    LL’s presentations are well structured, detailed, and delivered in an engaging, easy going style that I appreciate and enjoy very much.

  • @JK-pp2xl
    @JK-pp2xl Рік тому

    My favorite Chef.

  • @pmbrig
    @pmbrig Рік тому +4

    I'd love to hear you talk about using mayonnaise as a base ingredient for marinades, with your pick of acid and spices. The oil and salt is built-in. if you dilute it a bit with wine or even vodka or another spirit it will be liquid enough to soak the meat nicely. I've found it worth experimenting with. I usually don't pat it dry before grilling, since the mix adheres to the surface and seems to allow good searing.

  • @wrongfullyaccused7139
    @wrongfullyaccused7139 Місяць тому

    Very informative and useful video. Thank you.

  • @annettegustafson1435
    @annettegustafson1435 Рік тому

    Oh, wow! I tried this technique on chicken last night and it was the juiciest, best tasting chicken I have eaten in a long time,!

  • @davidgator2279
    @davidgator2279 5 місяців тому

    Lan Lam is great!!

  • @arth.4196
    @arth.4196 Рік тому

    Lan awesome 👌 truly awesome 😊

  • @rayzworldz
    @rayzworldz 3 місяці тому

    She is my favourite.. ❤🎉

  • @LadyMaltese
    @LadyMaltese Рік тому

    Interesting info about marinades. The accordion was an unexpected and fun bit!

  • @andyrwebman
    @andyrwebman 5 місяців тому

    An excellent and entertaining video. Not to mention informative!
    As an owner of several "cooking for geeks" books I appreciate the scientific angle too.

  • @courtneyboyle3467
    @courtneyboyle3467 Рік тому +6

    Love, love, love these teaching videos! Lan and Dan have taught me so much and really helped me up my cooking game. I love the knowledge I get which helps me find the courage to experiment … which is totally FUN! Thank you 😊

  • @Exaris79
    @Exaris79 Рік тому +1

    As Guga had recently tried, he used the Olive Garden Italian salad vinaigrette dressing as well as Kraft Zesty Italian dressing too and then vacuum sealed so that it will sous vide before searing/broiling it.

  • @dlnnyc64
    @dlnnyc64 Рік тому

    Loooove rajas con crema ❤ and the maillard reaction 😂. Thx Lan and ATK.

  • @ecknal2251
    @ecknal2251 4 місяці тому

    There are very fiew cooking video i find useful, yours is one of the useful one

  • @wilkbor
    @wilkbor Рік тому

    Wow. This looks fantastic. I know what I want tonight.

  • @markwilkins9048
    @markwilkins9048 Рік тому +2

    Love me some Lan. She is smart, confident, focused on being great in her craft,,,and absolutely gorgeous.

  • @chefdimo
    @chefdimo 10 місяців тому

    Great and informative emails! REgarding the marinade, use of yogurt is marinading red meat, fillet chunks, seem to work best over 24 hours. Common in Persian cooking and bbq's.

  • @mirandanicholas4827
    @mirandanicholas4827 Рік тому +1

    Amazing video! It’s like you read my mind, last week i binged watched marinade videos trying to get a true understand so I can riff. I even said OUT LOUD that I wish YOU had one because of your science base approach to cooking. Thank you!

  • @MADHIKER777
    @MADHIKER777 7 місяців тому

    I love Lan Lam scientific approach to cooking.
    No folk lore here!

  • @idaannkegel5553
    @idaannkegel5553 9 місяців тому

    Thanks for this Video showing how to marinate meat.I use Melfor honeyed vinegar,salt and oil to marinate meat and fish..and use mustard and Gefro spiced salt and pepper..Melfor honeyed vinrgar is French and available in Germany..there is also Melfor white vinegar with herbs..even suitable for marinating vegetables and for making salad dressings with yoghurt.❤😊

  • @Existing_Echo
    @Existing_Echo Рік тому +2

    I like using plain full fat yogurt, a dash of water, garlic, salt and pepper, and cayenne to marinade my chicken, I usually prep the night before.

  • @joedesando4440
    @joedesando4440 Рік тому +1

    Wonderful information!

  • @whyargon
    @whyargon Рік тому

    wish there was a longer video somewhere like this that covers when to use baking soda, buttermilk, miso paste and other ingredients in marinades

  • @thatgirl626
    @thatgirl626 Рік тому

    I am not able to any of the great help your showing here, I had a 5 hour back surgery, I have 4 titanium rods in my back I can no longer bend or reach my toes, getting dressed, underwater is totally different now, I get my toenails done every six weeks, no nail polish nothing like that just maintain my feet. I wish I could do many of your exercises, my podiatrist put me on a prescription vitamin 3 days ago for this mean neuropathy hope it works it keeps me awake at nite, I was 79 when I had the 5 hour back surgery I was Blessed-with a very skilled surgeon

  • @StephenDeban
    @StephenDeban Рік тому

    Such a great teaching style Lan!