How To Make Kung Pao Chicken With Steven Chu

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2 жыл бұрын

Steven Chu is back from Ekiben in Baltimore to share his recipe for Kung Pao chicken. Known as a great Chinese American menu option, there’s lots of technique required, and Steven is here to walk you through each step.
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@AB-rp3yo 2 жыл бұрын

@6:49 that's Goodfellas !! 😂 Great recipe, classic, will be trying it out !!!

@sandysai3460 Жыл бұрын

Thank god you got that!

@dave_park9417 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve been eating at Ekiben since they were a cart at farmers markets and I’m so glad they have blown up and gotten the recognition they deserve. I’m a Simp for Ekiben 100%

@MrHan14 2 жыл бұрын

I see Steve Chu, I'll straight away watch it

@dusthastricks 2 жыл бұрын

So glad to see more Steven Chu content. The guy is so good on camera. Got me looking up how to build an outdoor wok setup so I can achieve that wok hay.

@kumbackquatsta 2 жыл бұрын

wok hei everyday - snoop

@brandonyu9602 2 жыл бұрын

Go to an asian grocery store and get one that hooks to propane

@richardfusco8767 2 жыл бұрын

Look up Kenji Lopez wok burners

@defaultui9625 2 жыл бұрын

9:20 he forgets to mention that he's adding black vinegar here (I recognize the bottle), which is a key ingredient in traditional kung pao chicken. The hoisin and white vinegar not so much, but everyone has their own variations.

@Loke2112 2 жыл бұрын

Thought it was dark soy and he just mentioned soy sauce but there were two versions. Dish seemed to change color Ala dark soy.

@caseycobb6816 2 жыл бұрын

He also didn't add Sichuan Peppercorn which essential.

@Skettibender Жыл бұрын

Thank you! I was searching comments specifically for this

@derekerhart8184 2 жыл бұрын

So many memories tie to our favorite dishes. I love that you have the memory of how your grandfather liked his food. This is the ethereal ingredient that elevates.

@KanjoNights 2 жыл бұрын

Paulie did the prep work. He was doin a year for contempt and he had this wonderful system for doing the garlic. He used a razor and used to slice it so thin that it used to liquify in the pan with just a little oil. It's a very good system.

@alandjerryfc7333 2 жыл бұрын

Don't put too much onions in the sauce!

@KanjoNights 2 жыл бұрын

@@alandjerryfc7333 I didn't put too many onions, Paul. Three small onions, that's all I did.

@chinchilla_desperado 2 жыл бұрын

Michael looked at Paulie, locking eyes. He nodded to Tom, who began adding onions to the sauce. A wartime consigliere always added more onions.

@Djpauly_bobo 2 жыл бұрын

Goodfellas!

@passiveaggressive6175 2 жыл бұрын

Not The Godfather!🎬

@OGTirpleOG 2 жыл бұрын

Guys, do not be fooled by stevens charm. If you watched chefs night out with Lucas sin and eric sze, you guys know steven chu is a menace to society.

@anasandoval6698 2 жыл бұрын

EVERY friend group needs a Steven!

@AL__EX 2 жыл бұрын

i just remember them asking where's Steve? and on cue he comes out of the restaurant throwing gang signs with a bag full of soju lol

@robbkorhonen5181 2 жыл бұрын

@@AL__EX or when we got the server to chase them outside with shots 😂😂

@OGTirpleOG 2 жыл бұрын

@@robbkorhonen5181 Or when he got them all drunk when the sun was still up. “Stevie comes in extremely late knowing that we are on a tight schedule. He proceeds to come up with a drinking game.” *skips to the game* “I’ve NEVER BEEN PAID TO DRINK BEFORE!” My man is an animal!

@ohjaeciii 2 жыл бұрын

I remember that one, those guys went hard for Long Island Iced Teas lol

@MrOhmygoditsben 2 жыл бұрын

When he was talking about slicing the garlic super thin, he referenced the godfather and I think he meant Goodfellas 😂

@defmonger 2 жыл бұрын

All Italians just look the same to him SMH 🤦

@victorha9923 2 жыл бұрын

that was a glaring error for me. I'm an old millenial, now I just feel /old/

@MrOhmygoditsben 2 жыл бұрын

@@victorha9923 yeah I was so thrown off when he said it 😂 two starkly different movies

@victorha9923 2 жыл бұрын

@@MrOhmygoditsben and also, only two of the most important American movies in the modern era.

@stevejackson9952 2 жыл бұрын

Also did he say rice was a 1-1 ratio? I was always taught 2-1.I know this guy can maybe cook better than I can. But I have been doing it for 30 years professionally so I'm not an idiot

@cleveland180 2 жыл бұрын

Made this last night after watching the video... probably the best Kung Pao I have ever had! and aside from velveting the chicken it came together super fast! Give this recipe a try!

@MattMarcoccia 2 жыл бұрын

"It's the Kung Pao! George likes his chicken spicy."

@TY-ob7fz 2 жыл бұрын

This chicken is making me thirsty !!!

@TY-ob7fz 2 жыл бұрын

Sorry guys, was supposed to be pretzel... ,😜

@CookingwithRobinStone 2 жыл бұрын

For anyone who is curious, Kung Pao chicken is named after the governor of Sichuan Province during the Qing dynasty. "Kung Pao (Gong Bao)" was his title. The dish tastes sweet, sour with a hint of spiciness, and it is called "the lychee flavor" in Sichuan.

@deadfr0g 2 жыл бұрын

Huh, that’s really interesting! I’ve always been fond of the idea that it’s called “kung pow” because it tastes like the good flavours are punching you in the mouth.

@themysticfedora 2 жыл бұрын

@@deadfr0g exactly

@nanaacquahful4838 2 жыл бұрын

Like how general tso is named after the general?

@CookingwithRobinStone 2 жыл бұрын

@@nanaacquahful4838 I am afraid I don't know. That dish doesn't exist in China and its origin is kinda controversy.

@stevenw2933 2 жыл бұрын

Kung pao 宫保 and lychee 荔枝 are different flavour profiles, not interchangeable. Lychee flavour does not have any spicy flavour in it and Kung Pao has sichuan peppercorns which is missing in the version shown here, this is due to an import ban in the US for a long time. Lychee is closer to sweet and sour although it is not the same, as sweet and sour is 糖醋.

@TheElevenBravo Жыл бұрын

This has been the most descriptive, the most thorough video on how to make Kung Pao chicken I've ever seen. -Wow! Can't wait to make my own! Thank you so much for this video!❤

@GaryHorn 2 жыл бұрын

It is very hard to find Kung Pao Chicken prepared like this. Most take-out places fill it with other veggies. I am a big fan of this style! And it's fun to watch another lefty cook! (Like Chef Ramsey)

@hockey1freak 2 жыл бұрын

More veggies = less chicken

@aldocuacuas5838 2 жыл бұрын

My local chinese restaurant takeout also adds veggies to everything lol I get the orange chicken because you get more protein than veggies & I let the cook know to make it spicy so you get that sweet,orangy, kick paired with yellow rice & broccoli Don’t forget the duck sauce & more hot sauce

@republicoftexas4651 2 жыл бұрын

@@hockey1freak Chicken is actually cheaper than veggies.

@KevinJDildonik Жыл бұрын

From someone who's not being racist about Chinese people: Traditional Chinese dishes are often meant to be part of a larger meal. At a (formal) dinner Kung Pao would be one of several main dishes kind of family style, and you might have a few veggies to choose from. You assemble your serving from the various dishes. The Americanized version crams a whole meal into a box, because Americans are weird. Like if you know the kind of person who orders a ton of Chinese takeout appetizers, and you buffet style grab some dumplings and rice and mains, that's way more like most Asian cultures would serve the food anyway.

@TheZenomeProject 2 жыл бұрын

Good to see Steve again! I really enjoyed the General Tso's episode and the same with this one. Haven't been in the Baltimore area in a while, but I'll make sure to go to Ekiben whenever I am back there.

@jameslee9099 2 жыл бұрын

Steven Chu ! We all need more of this guy

@KessuPutte 2 жыл бұрын

He is so relaxed gentleman! So nice to follow the episode, more of him please!

@randalltom9750 7 ай бұрын

This is the first of many views to come! I loved how you explained the various techniques, and complexities to the dish. Great to see you having fun at it. You are a tribute to your Grandfather! Bravo!

@neppcity 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, Stephen! That is the best style of kung pao. Protein, scallion, chili, peanuts (no veggie). Very savory with some good spice. Should not taste sweet. Msg is a must. One of the more authentic dishes relative to Chinese American standards. If a Chinese restaurant makes kung pao like this you can bet it’s a decent place. Kung pao beef with thin strips of beef is my favorite

@melvinmoethukha3514 2 жыл бұрын

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@db_cooks 2 жыл бұрын

I had never heard of the “velveting process”. Thank you!

@meegee1052 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely love Ekiben! Their recipes are unique.The best find in Baltimore😋😛

@davidk7439 2 жыл бұрын

10:14 "You got deez nuts in there" no hesitation, didn't linger on it, what a god

@Hedgellpuff 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Steve Chu!! I live in Hampden and I get Ekiben every week on Wednesdays on my way to school, bc Wednesdays are my longest days and I need a treat.

@davidlj 2 жыл бұрын

Just made this and it was awesome! The chicken was so succulent.

@youngflyreez01 2 жыл бұрын

I had the honor to help him out with a pop-up at my job in NYC. He is a really cool dude and help me out as as line cook/chef.

@HeroOfTheDay16 Жыл бұрын

This is so freakin cool thank you for sharing your recipe with us! Its super cool to see the foundational principles and differences in chinese cooking compared to what im used to (american, japanese, mexican)

@royallan4667 2 жыл бұрын

At 9:20 he adds Dark Soy. He didn't get that color from Hoisin and Light Soy alone. Dark Soy, White Pepper, Shaoxing are mandatory for Chinese cooking. MSG is optional but used often. Star Anise is another flavor that is used frequently but often overlooked.

@PoodleMadness2023 2 жыл бұрын

Looks amazing. It's Goodfellas though...

@omorado 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! The Godfather. Ha!!

@fallenboyofSVK 2 жыл бұрын

comment i've been looking for

@APPLESAUCE1218 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you this bugged me so much

@fabiansierra7622 2 жыл бұрын

This dude is such a good host, definitely been around the Chinese block when it comes to his cooking style.

@jacobjuenger4454 2 жыл бұрын

I highly recommend checking out his other videos here on Munchies and other places. Dude has an immediately likable personality and knows his stuff. The people demand more Steven Chu!

@frothywalrus 2 жыл бұрын

He's a great host!

@algernon5776 2 жыл бұрын

Yes indeed but could have done without all the "F" bombs. Not needed, added no value. I wanted to share with my grandchildren but I now cannot due to the useless profanity. Apparently Mr. Chu and the Producers think it is cool to use foul language but IMHO it is not and takes away from the focus of the food. Martin Yan certainly does not use this type of language nor does Emeril. But hey what do I know.

@JoseLuisMendoza1991 2 жыл бұрын

@@algernon5776 Have you been in a kitchen?

@pakundo123 2 жыл бұрын

@@algernon5776 ok boomer

@thetipsycookery8268 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely love it! 🤤

@Nothing-qq4hd 2 жыл бұрын

This chef needs a show

@PowerSuitNinja 2 жыл бұрын

Ekiben is fantastic and definitely worth a trip if you’re ever in Baltimore! My personal favorite is the Neighborhood Bird.

@tyisha2105 2 жыл бұрын

I have to give it a try. I’ve been hearing a lot about it lately.

@barletta707 2 жыл бұрын

The neighborhood bird is my go-to as well. So satisfying.

@eerdman5 2 жыл бұрын

Yes! So good!!

@P.F.3. 2 жыл бұрын

Nice work Steven 👍 Love Chinese/American food!!! Thanks brah 😊

@nissangtr3547 2 жыл бұрын

This guy is great! Loved the video.

@llvzz5240 2 жыл бұрын

I love the first 2 episodes of How To are all American Chinese food, as a Chinese I confirm these are very very delicious!

@douglawson8937 2 жыл бұрын

Never heard anyone describe the velveting process before. Something I discovered on my own as I dove into the Asian culinary arts. You can also tenderize things with baking soda instead of corn starch if you can't have all that starch in your diet for whatever reason. Love the way this chef explains things and tells you why they're done. Only thing that I would do differently is add some crushed up Szechuan peppercorns and instead of hoisin sauce a fermented black soybean sauce. Rock on brudduh...good job.

@donbushek 2 жыл бұрын

I believe the baking soda would replace the egg whites, not the corn starch. Both the egg whites and soda are alkaline and so serve the same purpose. The corn starch (or some other starch) remains crucial regardless of which alkaline agent you use.

@jonathankidwell6889 Жыл бұрын

Hoisin's main ingredient is fermented black beans. It's much easier for most people to find. Should work out fine if you just add less sweetness elsewhere in the dish.

@Dylan-ot4nb 2 жыл бұрын

🔥👀 that looks delicious!

@leafittobeavis321 Жыл бұрын

I made this recipe after countless Asian recipe attempts not tasting quite right. This is spot on and tasted superb.

@call_me_ping Ай бұрын

oh my god it's Chef Steve Chu?? This guy is great! I lived in baltimore for 9 years and Ekiben has always been a positive part of the city

@elcolmillodorado 2 жыл бұрын

Solid video man!

@tomhill4003 Жыл бұрын

favorite dish ever!

@daddykiller5835 Жыл бұрын

That close up shot of the finished product was beautiful!!! I could smell that deliciousness!!

@robertnordhausen4499 Жыл бұрын

thanks for your great video - heading to the kitchen directly!

@michaelad48 Жыл бұрын

LOOOOOOOOOVE your videos. Awesome demonstrations.

@heatherarner4296 2 жыл бұрын

I did it! I made this and omg sooo perfect.

@Bboydragon25 2 жыл бұрын

Ekiben was one of the best chicken sandwiches I've ever had. Periodt

@eatmoremusic3650 2 жыл бұрын

Bruh I was so stoked to see this, his gen tsos was lit

@Loke2112 2 жыл бұрын

I could watch this guy cook all day.

@jahbrilrichardson515 2 жыл бұрын

Steven chu My guy you did your thing 🔥🔥

@galaxy_brain 2 жыл бұрын

Love to see Steve Chu make more takeout specials, like chow mein next

@raylozanospeaks 2 жыл бұрын

No big deal but the garlic scene you talk about is in Good Fellas. I love that scene that is the only reason why I know. I'm making this tonight. Keep the great content coming.

@peregrint6054 Жыл бұрын

Best of the best, thank you!

@gcrlucena41 8 ай бұрын

My great grandma used to do it for me, and it was one of her best foods ever

@willemp6432 2 жыл бұрын

That was not Godfather but Goodfellas....

@dazuotv 2 жыл бұрын

Kung Pao chicken looks very delicious, I will try it too 👍

@vinniemartinez6125 Жыл бұрын

Hey yo I'm a new subscriber to your KZfaq channel. I absolutely love your humor. Your great 👍

@joedolin4982 Жыл бұрын

I love this guy!

@johnwayne5106 2 жыл бұрын

this dude needs to start his own youtube channel cooking show

@ArabianKnight63 Жыл бұрын

3:42 depends on the age of rice, water can vary, 1:1 works for 1 season old rice and pressure cooker

@joe-la-guit Жыл бұрын

Totally going to make this

@joaopauloadamerodrigues7432 2 жыл бұрын

Just the big smille in the thumbnail made me love this guy.

@mcorsentino 8 ай бұрын

About to make this for the second time. I added red bell pepper and celery for a little extra crunch and veg hit. Insanely delicious!!!

@chopsticks8204 2 жыл бұрын

"and obviously can't forget the MSG" I would trust this man in the court of law.

@davidwarnock3683 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. Have to eat Chinese food tonight. Thanks!

@user-cs6yb4lz8l Күн бұрын

I jus discovered you, ur gonna teach me how to cook anything Chinese or whatever I wanna learn! Also, ur sofa king cute!

@raulsaenz9085 Жыл бұрын

Great senses to humor!!!

@richkretzschmar7170 2 жыл бұрын

Looks great.

@johnhiggins3943 2 жыл бұрын

Can't believe I never had Kung pao chicken, looks awesome

@MN_ALGORITHMS 2 жыл бұрын

He's back!!!

@ninjaundermyskin 2 жыл бұрын

I want this recipe.

@user-ir1ix8up8j 26 күн бұрын

I'm hooked, subscribed

@alvinlee140 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for showing this stir fry chicken.

@Tony99949 Жыл бұрын

Super stuff, from Vancouver and we know Asian food, keep up the good work

@vajayna_eklhabouh 2 жыл бұрын

He is so adorable!

@BlueJournalBoutique 2 жыл бұрын

For the love of god Steven PLEASE teach us how to make the Ekiben Tofu bites with the peanut sauce

@HyperHorse 2 жыл бұрын

Have fun with your auto immune/cancer and infertility issues.

@happygoruckyrandy 2 жыл бұрын

That Kung Pao looks amazing. Looks the kind at my favorite chinese restaurant. Much prefer this to the sloppy kind with peas and carrots or zucchini added and where the sauce tastes like every other sauce the chinese restaurant uses.

@yanguskhan8513 5 ай бұрын

my family is from balitmore, and my parents still live there. i live on the other side of the country. other than visiting my family, ekiben is the only other reason i gotta go back to baltimore.

@eerdman5 2 жыл бұрын

Ekiben is the spot! I have probably had almost every item on their menu. Not to mention their specials. My favorites are their tofu nuggets, their shrimp, their take on red beans and rice. They do a pastrami sandwich on a steam bun that could literally compete with Katz deli. I absolutely love this spot! Been a happy customer for years. I have never had a bad experience with them, period. If you are ever in Baltimore, check them out! They never disappoint 😋😊

@ezernumberi Жыл бұрын

Whoever asked that question "fu*k, marry, kill" in the middle of cooking show needs to be fired immediately

@Daddy_B Жыл бұрын

Steve Chu is so f*ck%ng cool. Loved every minute of this.

@aaronpischke5019 2 жыл бұрын

LOVE this dude, his humor and passion for food SO much! Awesome video, Munchies!! 💜💜💜

@AsianFoodNerd 2 жыл бұрын

The way he eats his rice is so legit 🚀

@LalitNaval 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful sharing God bless u Stay connected

@jmichel70 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you,

@kravethedream 2 жыл бұрын

I hope he comes back and make Boneless Ribs cause no one has replicated the chinese take out version yet

@dmblum1 Жыл бұрын

I live in Zhengzhou and you see this dish in several restaurants just on my block. My favorite version has some vegetable and sichuan pepper (which is super common here in China but not in American Chinese food). All Chinese food in China is spicier than American versions.

@SixSeasons-mi7bq Жыл бұрын

I like this guy

@rolandfernandez1755 9 ай бұрын

Cutting those green onions horizontally was a total baller kitchen move. 🔪

@redhottunamelt 2 жыл бұрын

do you have a recommendation of what type of pan you should use if you don’t have a wok?

@vaultchang3651 Жыл бұрын

The way he slices the green onions blew my mind

@xhefohmarts8210 2 жыл бұрын

dope im doing this tonight!

@S1L3NTG4M3R 2 жыл бұрын

THANKS

@Rocioslane 2 жыл бұрын

Jesus, I wish I had right now! 🤤

@UncleBillsKitchen 2 жыл бұрын

To be honest, there are very few Kung Pao Chickens that I enjoy, but this one looks like a winner!~ Thank you for the great work and the homage you pay to your grandpa. Happy cooking, UB

@SD_FANZ209 2 жыл бұрын

For the record...I have a rice cooker. But after trying Alton Brown's method. I don't even use the r.c anymore...😂😂. This will go Perfectly....Looks absolutely Delicious 😋 🤤🤤🤤🤤