The 3 Knife Skills Everyone Should Know | Techniquely With Lan Lam

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Жыл бұрын

Sharpening your knife know-how will mean better dishes and a safer kitchen. Cook’s Illustrated's Lan Lam shows you how to master 3 essential knife skills that will improve your cooking.
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@phyllisblanchard Жыл бұрын

Yes, teach knife care please.

@Johnlayne65 Жыл бұрын

Ditto, can't think of a better person to learn from!

@ridethetrain9326 Жыл бұрын

Especially sharpening

@e.b.1728 Жыл бұрын

@@ridethetrain9326 ATK's top pick for knife sharpeners is the Chef's Choice Diamond Hone Sharpener 4643. My girlfriend bought me one and it is freaking awesome!

@harryno Жыл бұрын

Definitely!!

@lql-38 Жыл бұрын

@@e.b.1728 sorry but it may not be a really good advice. I don't know about this particular product but this kind of sharpener usually damage knives for mediocre results. If you have (cheap) knives that you don't really care about and don't want to spend much energy into it, it may suit you but otherwise I recommend using whetstones. The problem with whestones thought, is that it requires some skills, patience and commitment to learn to use it properly.

@markblack8521 Жыл бұрын

Lan is the reason why I subscribed to this channel. Her skills are excellent, the way she sprinkles food science throughout the entire video is super helpful, and her obvious passion for cooking always shines. Here's my vote for a knife care video. Great work!

@phanoth6599 Жыл бұрын

Yoo, same. My first video was the tangzhong one. I immediately subscribed mid video when they started adding food science stuff and talked about how starch traps water

@veryslyfox Жыл бұрын

Keep practicing, Grasshopper. One day you shall possess the skills of Grandmaster Lan

@ellosteve Жыл бұрын

SAMEEE

@jdonovanspub Жыл бұрын

Agreed. Reminds me of Alton Brown, but a but less eccentric.

@bernhardrulla Жыл бұрын

Fully agreed. Also, she uses a rich and instructive language. It's even nice to watch for learners of English language not being cooks. :)

@brianklaus2468 Жыл бұрын

Wow, I actually never knew to mince herbs that way, I’m almost embarrassed of my sticky basil! Thanks Lan!

@divvockorigi8806 Жыл бұрын

fine with basil but not really feasible with coriander/parsley... just need a sharp knife

@ebi3954 Жыл бұрын

i know right!!!!! 60% of my herbs always end up sticking to my cutting board lol

@kurks001 11 ай бұрын

Same!

@jamessasser5110 8 ай бұрын

Thank you! I was doing it all wrong. Yes, please do a vid on knife care. One thing, on carrots, I learned to do one cut & then rotate to flat portion so it does not roll on me.

@skylarrupp9624 Жыл бұрын

Please let me add my vote for a knife care video. Anytime I see a video with Lan in it, I have to watch. I always learn something and they are excellent to watch. Looking forward to the knife care video!!!

@awalton9024 Жыл бұрын

Agreed. Her videos are a "must watch".

@christinebravomom5711 11 ай бұрын

Yes! I cross post them to my blog. Share the wealth. :)

@gunther13101 Жыл бұрын

Loved this! I’m 73 years old and you described all my “wrong” cuttings skills I’ve been using in my years of preparing my family’s meals😛 I will definitely practice your techniques and hopefully will become better at them….I feel you’re never too old to learn!! Prepping food is something I very much enjoy and learning the proper way will make it even more enjoyable. Thank you!!!

@joannaedwards6325 Жыл бұрын

I'm 77. You have expressed MY sentiments exactly. Easier prep? YES please!

@112wade Жыл бұрын

Well, I come in last, I'm only 72. I'm just now seeing her videos and I really like them. She looks like she would be a really cool person just to sit down and talk to.

@Li_Tobler 11 ай бұрын

Way to go girls!! Definitely never too late to learn and improve! Best of luck to y`all 💗

@joannaedwards6325 11 ай бұрын

@@Li_Tobler Thanks for commenting. Happy Saturday to you May your weekend include gratefulness and joy ✌.

@Li_Tobler 11 ай бұрын

@joannaedwards6325 thank you dearie! 😊 Same to you x100!

@MindETMuch Жыл бұрын

I love the way you teach ! You are communicating calmly, with few but specific words, which is perfect when focusing on learning something. I would love to watch an extensive knife care video from you !

@amai_zing Жыл бұрын

Lan’s Techniquely has been my stand out favorite cooking series - please keep these coming. Such a natural teacher

@raymondvandorpe2768 Жыл бұрын

I love how Lan sort of shows off at the end by looking straight at the camera while dicing the onion. A true master of the knife!

@LarryDickman1 Жыл бұрын

I put band-aids on my fingers while watching her cutting at the end. :)

@Jumbaride Жыл бұрын

I would have lost an ear... 😉

@b-radg916 Жыл бұрын

Once you’ve put in a bit of time learning the claw grip (food holding hand), and using your knuckles to guide the blade, it’s easy. It doesn’t require mastery, just good fundamentals.

@Vinsea Жыл бұрын

Your knuckles keep the knife away from your fingertips

@thenders Жыл бұрын

I thought it was going to be a "blooper reel" scene where she's showing off and cuts herself.

@1cpamom- Жыл бұрын

Lan your presentation skills are as impressive as your kitchen skills! Great explanation of knife angles and motions, and I will def use your herb chopping method, esp for parsley, IMO the hardest not to bruise. Thanks for sharing your onion story...made me smile.... you are so relatable! I'd love a series on the best way to prep different veggies and fruits. Still experimenting with mangos😂

@AT-dj3dc Жыл бұрын

Yes please! We want a whole thorough video about knives and knife care 😍😍

@TheSouthIsHot Жыл бұрын

I love her presence. She has a pleasant voice and a great way of teaching. More Lan Lam, please!

@lgolem09l Жыл бұрын

Owned a chef's knife for 10 years, but the first time I tried a chinese "cleaver" type knife, I never went back. I just love the big amount of space it gives you between your hand and the board. And the amount of control you get when the knuckles of your off-hand can ALWAYS be against the knife is priceless.

@b-radg916 Жыл бұрын

Being Chinese and the son of a butcher, I grew up with those around, and still have one that I use when I’m feeling nostalgic. But my favorite knife for some years has been the Yaxell Dragon Fusion nakiri. It’s a very wide knife (although not as wide as a Chinese cleaver) and delivers the same power anywhere along the edge 🤙🏽🤙🏽

@lgolem09l Жыл бұрын

@@b-radg916 yeah, the nakiri is my second go to. I got 3 for like 20€, they are super cheap, but work like a charm

@b-radg916 Жыл бұрын

@@lgolem09l: This one is not a normal nakiri … check it out! I’d post a link, but KZfaq doesn’t allow that anymore 🫠

@zerksari Жыл бұрын

Just beautiful to listen to. In any topic, when a master speaks freely, it's like gold.

@freddierodriguez3036 Жыл бұрын

Always look forward to learning something from Lan. High end elegance yet down to earth. 🤗

@beelmars5400 Жыл бұрын

What a great and accurate description.

@kconfire Жыл бұрын

Another day to remind myself I should keep on practicing my knife works. :) Oh and by the way for those that are interested in making Japchae a go and want to try a different meat, particularly a pork- try pork jowel meat. Pork jowl meat is very chewy and usually already come chopped similar to how Lan has cut her beef in Japchae in the video. I just put a bit of salt, minced garlic, and pepper and fry the meat on a pan before mixing all other vegetables and the noodle together to serve. If you're near H-Mart or any Korean supermarkets they'll usually have them in pork section.

@donaldnorth3714 Жыл бұрын

I really need to practice more! And yes, I’d love to learn more about knife sharpening and care. Thanks so much for the lessons!

@laurar.4484 Жыл бұрын

Specifically, the difference between a steel and a whetstone!

@vickisavage8929 Жыл бұрын

PLEASE do a video on knife care and sharpening! There are few things in the kitchen more dangerous than a dull blade.

@e.b.1728 Жыл бұрын

As far as knife sharpening get the Chef's Choice Diamond Hone Sharpener 4643. It's America's Test Kitchen's top pick for knife sharpening. My fiance bought me one two Christmases ago and I freaking love it! I agree with a video on proper knife care.

@vickisavage8929 Жыл бұрын

@@e.b.1728 Thank you!

@e.b.1728 Жыл бұрын

@@vickisavage8929 You're welcome! 👍

@tootswoots Жыл бұрын

Definitely would LOVE to see a knife gear episode! I'm always struggling to have mine as sharp as they should be! thanks Lan!! you're the best

@pharoah125 6 ай бұрын

Where has this channel been all my life. She is the real deal.

@RobertTheTexan2 Жыл бұрын

Lan is my absolute favorite. Her knowledge is both practical and also higher reaching so that I improve my practical kitchen skills while also obtaining knowledge I would not have otherwise had, just being a man/husband/dad who loves creating good food for my family and friends. I also like that she learned her skills the hard way, working in a restaurant kitchen, which is legit HARD work. Thank you Lan! You're an amazing teaching chef!

@janallen6165 Жыл бұрын

Lan is the best teacher ever!! She has a great way of explaining everything in a compact way! I’ve been needing these knife lessons so thank you for sharing!

@TheMCvamp Жыл бұрын

I just adore your teaching style. Coming back more and more to see these videos. Thank you!

@dcyennie Жыл бұрын

Yes! I'd love to see more on knife gear and sharpening!

@jenniferestes5293 Жыл бұрын

Back when I was physically able to do it, I used to love cutting all the vegetables and herbs for my husband's cooking. I find prep work like that calm and relaxing. A video on proper knife maintenance would be really nice. Nice, easy to follow instructions that I can go back to for reference would be awesome.

@davidstong Жыл бұрын

This is so simple, so elementary, and so absolutely necessary. Squared edges. Sliced herbs. Natural grip. Beautiful.

@alanxaykongsa735 Жыл бұрын

Great video once again! My favourite way to chop onions is the radial/vertical cut - saves me cutting horizontally and the result is still really uniform. For garlic, it's either smashed whole or the microplane - grew up eating enough cut up fruit scented of garlic that I avoid mincing by hand on cutting boards as much as possible 😅

@barcham Жыл бұрын

I have a small plastic cutting board that I use only for garlic. Even if I am microplaning my garlic, I do it on that board. Like yourself, I learned that lesson long ago! 😋

@b-radg916 Жыл бұрын

I have a board that I’ll use just for aromatics, because yes, onion or garlic flavored fruit is no bueno!

@joannaedwards6325 Жыл бұрын

Yes but . . .garlic and onion scent on ANYTHING in the kitchen keeps the bugs away. Yes, even clean homes can have roaches. Just don't leave out anything for them to eat.

@DSmith-gs4tr Жыл бұрын

Lan seems like such a sweetheart. She's so soft-spoken. I could listen to her teach all day long.

@bobdavis1168 3 ай бұрын

You are absolutely OUTSTANDING !!! THANK you for this and ALL your presentations !!!

@coreykurtz4646 Жыл бұрын

I ❤️ Lan!!! She makes learning something new really fun and interesting!!! Keep up the great work!!!

@sillyhead5 11 ай бұрын

She's extraordinarily thoughtful.

@moonmessiah9368 Жыл бұрын

Gear Heads and Techniquely are always my favorite videos. Lan nailed this video and has essentially condensed everything ive learned from over a dozen videos and hours of watching over 2 years into one 13 minute video. +1 for knife care.

@nickszw 3 ай бұрын

Watching Lan Lam cooking is so gorgeous. Her competence, skill and passion are incredibly charming.

@Karen-vs2fo Жыл бұрын

I thoroughly enjoyed watching Lan calmly and concisely explaining her techniques. I do a lot of knife work and I desperately need a video on knife care.

@ConsiderItHealth Жыл бұрын

Learning how to properly cut the herbs was a pearl for me. Thanks Lan! Lan and Dan are two of my favorites on ATK!

@ClaireHummel Жыл бұрын

the difference in the minced herbs is striking, so cool to see!

@Piboon11 Жыл бұрын

May I name my 3 favorite presenters of ATK now? Lan, Dan and Julia. Thank you so much for these knife skills.

@alicelawson Жыл бұрын

It is a great demonstration video. It takes a good teacher to demonstrate the "how-to". In this video, we have Lan, the brain behind the intricacies & trajectories. And we have the cameraman who can see what Lan is talking about. And we have the editor, who sees the logic of the making of the film. Great team work from concept to filming to finishing. Not your usual food video. Bravo.👋

@cpp8227 Жыл бұрын

Love this wonderful series with Lan; so articulate and informative! Since you did ask for feedback, I would mention that I no longer make the horizontal cuts when chopping an onion. Because of the natural layers in onions, I feel the vertical cuts are enough to dice it and if I need a finer dice, I can just run my knife over those cuts. Thanks again for Lan and this series!

@666louis Жыл бұрын

This!

@harrydubetz7312 4 ай бұрын

It's true that the old school French technique (which is used in professional kitchens & culinary schools) is not needed. Follow the contour of the onion half, beginning with the blade nearly flat to the board & continue making cuts, (not going through the root) until you are making vertical cuts, then sloping down on the other side of the onion to horizontal again. Then slice into dice.

@teebee1204 Жыл бұрын

Lan’s a great teacher and so natural and down-to-earth! That’s a couple of reasons everybody loves her!

@PERFECTDARK10 Жыл бұрын

Chef Lam is my favorite chef.

@kwosilait2855 Жыл бұрын

What fabulous information and so beautifully presented! I really appreciate the tips on orienting the food so that it's comfortable to cut---I had figured that out myself but thought I was weird for doing so!

@alucardleashed Жыл бұрын

I think you can also cover in a future video how the type of knife can also dictate the way you would cut or dice. For example, a santoku knife is better suited for chopping, and not so much a rocking motion that a chef knife is so good at.

@BrendaHendrickson Жыл бұрын

I just love learning from you, Lan! You are clearly highly, highly skilled in the kitchen, yet you are warm, approachable, and articulate, and easy to learn from because of that. Thank you!

@sarahledbetter7118 Жыл бұрын

I’ve watched a lot of knife skills videos and this is probably one of the best ones. I’ve been cutting herbs wrong all my life until now. Thank you for this great content!

@michaelvilain8457 Жыл бұрын

I've seen an alternate way to dice onion in a couple of AmTK videos rather than the traditional method Lan showed. Quarter the onion on the root axis and cut down turning the onion on the axis. It's great for large onions but I'll try Lan's traditional way more to see if I can perfect it.

@pauldacus4590 Жыл бұрын

These _techniquely_ spots really seem to be Lan's wheelhouse.

@opx4real 11 ай бұрын

Lan is quickly becoming one of the best things about this channel. 10+ years of cooking experience and I will always have plenty to learn.

@markf7066 Жыл бұрын

Lan does a wonderful explanation in this video. One of the best I’ve seen! Knife skills are so vitally important and something I try to improve on each day. And now…I need to go and try that recipe!

@uniotter2662 Жыл бұрын

Great video, especially love the suggestion to make japchae to practice! So much smarter than buying a ton of veggies and then dumping them as I've seen mentioned somewhere else. Putting in another vote knife care, and would really love to know how you chose your knife brand.

@freemagicfun Жыл бұрын

Yeah, buy 100 pounds of onion to practice... and do what with them? Japchae gives you practice - and a nice dinner. 😎

@justpeachy4938 Жыл бұрын

A skillful tutorial on knife construction & sharpening would be most welcome, as would a reflection on the role of mise en place in successful cooking. Would also be interested in any insights on the ethical sourcing of ingredients you care to share. Thank you, Lan & Cooks Country!

@loiswidmer6434 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for slowing down and showing the best way to slice, dice and mince. I would be very interested in finding out how to sharpen knives.

@e.b.1728 Жыл бұрын

Get the Chef's Choice Diamond Hone Sharpener 4643. It's America's Test Kitchen's top pick for knife sharpeners. My fiance bought me one and I freaking love it!

@JoeWDye Жыл бұрын

great video! very beginner friendly.

@paula.2422 Жыл бұрын

Oh my gosh, where have you been?!!! This video was amazing. I'm a huge fan of A.T.K. and have acquired so many of my kitchen and appliances tools from testing done by your channel. I absolutely love this video. Your breakdown and explanation of everything was excellent...and I'm happy to see that, without knowing why, I've been doing my knife work correctly. Great job 👏 👍

@dianadambrosio1 Жыл бұрын

You are amazing .. and with that being said you are usually a game changer w the way that we cook and look at food etc. Thank you again Lan

@daveg8212 4 ай бұрын

Today I watched a dozen or so videos of cutting techniques in the kitchen. This was BY FAR the best of the bunch. Very practical and easy to understand. Definitely going to check out more videos by Lan.

@Olyphoto7 Жыл бұрын

Lan, you are amazing. Not just because of this video but all the others I’ve seen. Your knowledge is vast and your teaching and presentation skills are great. Keep up the good work 😊

@LOVE.Begins.With.L 18 күн бұрын

I love that you opened with a story! Great video! And you're so adorable too! Bless.

@anthonyw5261 Жыл бұрын

The best video anywhere ever for ideal knife use!!! Thank you so much Lan Lam and all that made this video possible ❤❤❤❤❤

@laurataylornyc9 Жыл бұрын

What a wonderful tutorial. I took a basic knife skills class at a cooking school many years ago, but now I have new techniques to practice. A knife maintenance and sharpening video would be great!

@lstevie7 Жыл бұрын

Her videos are always full of useful information! She is always crystal clear in her explanations and demonstrations.

@CP-rg5mi Жыл бұрын

I'm so glad to have discovered your channel. I like the centred, no-nonsense approach. This video was great to watch even though it served more like a recap rather than showing new stuff. And I agree, japchae is just a magnificent dish!

@missymitekite Жыл бұрын

The best illustration and explanation I've ever seen on knifework. WOW! You are a master, Lan. Thank you!

@erikfreitas9288 Жыл бұрын

Great step by step breakdown of these cuts! and I had no idea I was holding the knife wrong. Awesome video!

@louisel.sinniger2057 Жыл бұрын

Wow, terrific instruction! I’m not too bad but THIS just is the icing on the cake. Thank you Lan

@MisterCram Жыл бұрын

I enjoyed this video and i really appreciated the presenter's cadence and style. I would also want to see a knife care video please

@WindMills_ Жыл бұрын

Just saw this series, now I'm binge watching 😄

@josephwheetley5436 5 ай бұрын

Thank you for this. So many basic cooking skills videos on KZfaq are not the basics. This hit the nail on the head for me. Please make more videos like this. 👏

@mcgarnett8127 Жыл бұрын

Yes! A knife care video would be amazing. Thank you for doing these technique videos.

@biscottaish 8 күн бұрын

This is the best explanation I've seen of knife skills. I've heard parts of it at various times but the explanation of the "push cut" is the piece I was missing. Thanks!

@garrettdoolgd Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video. You are a wonderful teacher. Your hard work is appreciated.

@patterry1288 10 ай бұрын

Seeing that difference between the different approaches to cutting herbs was truly eye opening!

@jayd619 Жыл бұрын

Another vote for knife care! These Videos from Lan Lam are amazing! So helpful and also extremely engaging

@pijime6596 7 ай бұрын

You are so much fun to watch, will practice these techniques, thank you! 🌺

@Jnadki Жыл бұрын

Lan Lam is a great teacher. I learn something new every time I watch her videos, so--yes--I would like to hear her take on cutlery care. (Or on anything for that matter.)

@OneAdam12Adam Жыл бұрын

I love this woman. What an excellent asset to ATK

@PatHaskell Жыл бұрын

I could listen to Lan for hours….her voice is so soothing!

@corytrast3338 3 ай бұрын

Highly skilled, highly educated, and greatly appreciated. Thank you

@stuart5960 7 ай бұрын

Ms. Lam, you are an expert teacher! This was so helpful, entertaining and instructional! Thank you for sharing your hard earned skills!

@martinmercer Жыл бұрын

Lan for the win again! These technique videos are excellent.

@chrislopukhin2276 Жыл бұрын

This is the first time I have watched someone explain knifework in a way that makes sense. I never got how to hold my hands correctly. Your directions are simple but not dumbed down too much for mid-level cooks like me. Thank you.

@zactaubman365 11 ай бұрын

Lan, you are outstanding in an outstanding way! You are so good at what you do - I'm thoroughly impressed!

@sharonbeatty8047 Жыл бұрын

Been cooking g for many years. These knife skills are so helpful. Thank you

@betamoose Жыл бұрын

Best knife skills video I've ever watched! Thank you!

@stephenkywong Жыл бұрын

In regards to mincing herbs I went from the your suggested technique to the traditional because it was what chef wanted… I’m glad that I know I started on the right path

@RickMahoney2013 Жыл бұрын

I really like when you guys make recommendations for products I have purchased products on your recommendations and the products turn out to be great.

@makaylajohnson1005 Жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you for teaching! Yes, I would love to learn knife care. I can't wait to watch your next video.

@SharpAssKnittingNeedles Жыл бұрын

Succinct and very well explained. This is why Lan is queen! Thank you for this excellent video!

@hisukserjeant5204 8 ай бұрын

As always , elegant and eloquently spoken and efficient... best teacher!❤❤❤

@dr.braxygilkeycruises1460 Жыл бұрын

I really, REALLY appreciate this video!!!! Thank you, Chef Lan! 🤗🤗

@francinecorry633 Жыл бұрын

The angle of food when working is something I must try next meal prep.Aligning both arms,wrists,knife and food creating straight lines totally makes sense. Thanks.

@1DrBar Жыл бұрын

This is one of the most inspiring videos that I've seen. As soon as my fingers heal from my last onion chopping, I will watch this again and start to take knife skills as a wonderful area for challenge and growth. Thanks!

@trackie1957 3 ай бұрын

This video is amazing in its clarity and simplicity. I love it. I've been cooking since I was standing at my mother and father's elbows in the 60's. I've always been trying to be an efficient user of the knife, but I've found my skills slipping as I get older. People spend a LOT more time focusing on some zen level of sharpness than what to do with the sharp tool. Without skills, sharpness and pretty knives are nothing.

@lynneann9166 6 ай бұрын

You are one of the best teachers. Thank you.

@BossLady418 Жыл бұрын

She did and excellent job! Her explanation and delivery was impressive. Very educational! Thank you

@AN38385 Жыл бұрын

Yes a video on knife care and sharpening! Thank you.

@justjohnmusicchannel8327 Жыл бұрын

Always and forever an 8 inch Chef's knife! Thank you for the amazing video. You Rock!

@abchappell01 11 ай бұрын

That was a wonderful instructional video. I cannot wait to see more. Thank you so much.😊

@angrypotato_fz Жыл бұрын

Amazing advice! I love how calmly and clearly everything is presented. Also, I appreciate a lot the fact that the Chef explains why everything is done in one way or another, instead of pushing "that's how they teach it in culinary school so you have to do it this way" without reason behind it (such approach of some chefs is very disappointing for me). I'll check other videos with Chef Lan!

@m.5748 11 ай бұрын

Wow, I really Enjoyed your video! You are a Talented Chef, and Very Good Instructor! I'm going to practice what you taught me today! Thankyou!🙂

@walter.bellini Жыл бұрын

I REALLY enjoyed this video You were a lot of fun and you have some really great golden nuggets on knife skills. Love your hidden playfulness. Thank you