This guy is amazing - he drove over six hours just to cook a dish for a dying customer. Incredible man and fantastic chef.
@WaffleNova2 жыл бұрын
I miss ekiben soooo much. Not only was the hampden location a block from me, I had the honor of working there. If your ever in baltimore get yo ass to Ekiben!!!!!
@falljeff1112 жыл бұрын
Just looked up the story from the Washington Post - did everything in my power to keep from tearing up.
@MrRUSSWILL2 жыл бұрын
The owners of Eikben are decent human beings with an incredible product… officially Bmore co-signed .
@Nicosdayinthelife2 жыл бұрын
all ❤🙌 baby
@hisroyalhighness85662 жыл бұрын
Where is the story? How did you hear about it?
@ek02832 жыл бұрын
This dude needs his own show.
@mezzafinook2 жыл бұрын
yall say this literally about everyone who comes on here with a likeable personality lmao
@skywalkn2972 жыл бұрын
@@mezzafinook gotta put people on
@nicetimefuntimes75322 жыл бұрын
Surely he does
@senormoll2 жыл бұрын
fr where do they find these people? Dude is just some random chef and I'd watch him over 90% of food network hosts honestly though shoutout to the munchies production crew for making the hosts feel so comfortable, because these vids always have the right energy
@constancemiller37532 жыл бұрын
@@mezzafinook they just want seconds.
@davidc74502 жыл бұрын
Went to the same college as this guy, incredibly proud. In their early days, they showed up at campus events to sell their crazy good sandwiches. And now, years later, I live in Baltimore proper and hit Ekiben up frequently. They're just that good. Happy he's getting attention, this looks like some fantastic General Tso's.
@shettydhruvnitin58722 жыл бұрын
Which college was it can you please tell?
@davidc74502 жыл бұрын
@@shettydhruvnitin5872 Sure. It's called UMBC and it's right outside of Baltimore. The other co-founders of Ekiben are also alumni.
@shettydhruvnitin58722 жыл бұрын
@@davidc7450 thank you so much brother
@jeffpro82 жыл бұрын
You were on the very few people that I believe that went to school with a famous person from the internet. That is awesome! 😸
@erk85202 жыл бұрын
Graduated there too in 2016! BFA in graphic design.
@ricepattie2 жыл бұрын
This dish is at the crossroads of American and Chinese culture. The coke + the oyster and dark and light soy sauces perfectly exemplifies that. Can't wait to make it at home
@chrish4439 Жыл бұрын
Ya except it's a 200 year old dish that wasn't made from Coca Cola so that doesn't really make sense lol
@ChrisMaxfieldActs Жыл бұрын
@@chrish4439 I think we can assume two things: the version of this dish popular in the USA has been adapted to more closely suit the tastes of this country, and this recipe shown here has been further adapted by the chef cooking it. The original General Tso's chicken from 200 years ago was likely different in a number of ways. The dish popular here in the USA, is not popular or really known in China as a big deal. It's not Chop Suey, but it's more "American" than Chinese.
@brucelee5576 Жыл бұрын
@@chrish4439 Lol it was invented in Taiwan in 1950 but really the modern version we all eat today was invented in New York in 1970 , most people in China probably have never heard of it.
@pippip282322 күн бұрын
Was it good?
@rossedwardmiller2 жыл бұрын
Steve is already a legend in Baltimore. Ekiben is good enough that it could succeed in any city in America, but they are now working on their 3rd Baltimore location rather than expanding out to the counties or DC. True hometown heroes.
@g0ldensample21 Жыл бұрын
Come to Houston, TX
@GarC1702 жыл бұрын
Steve is legit the best chef munchies has on rotation. Chinese American cuisine never gets the respect it deserves. What Chinese immigrants managed to accomplish with such limited ingredients, and then proceeded to Tailor them to the tastes of European-Americans succeeding wildly. I’m white af but potstickers, beef and broccoli, and sesame chicken when done correctly is absolutely the best soul food. Ironically these days I love the spicier dishes. But as a little kid those three dishes are what bring me back most. Good Chinese 100% of the time reminds me of my dad. Chinese takeout from down the block was our gourmet meal, it’s how we celebrated a lot of times. But yeah thank you for sharing your recipes man.
@JaphethStauffer2 жыл бұрын
I made this last night and his instructions are great! Never made General Tso's before but it was a huge hit with my family! Thanks for giving me the courage to try something new!
@miao48842 жыл бұрын
I was thinking of making it while watching this video.
@BlazeOrangeDeer2 жыл бұрын
But keep in mind if you aren't using a really hot flame (I only have an electric stove), reducing the sauce will take *forever*.
@miao48842 жыл бұрын
@@BlazeOrangeDeer Try several times, I used electric range before and there were times that soup got burnt. 😅
@manzeve12182 жыл бұрын
I boil the chicken shortly first so its cooked and all I have to do is crisp the coating until golden brown
@over9000optimally2 жыл бұрын
Did you make it with the coke or with sugar? And how'd it turn out?
@toddb6576 Жыл бұрын
When I seen the coke and ketchup, I became a laser-focused drooling puppy on a couch to see how you make your version of General Tso chicken. Your confidence, demeanour and carefree attitude with the swearing is your game and like no other chef on youtube. Keep up the good work and don't change your style. I laughed and cried, cried because I can't taste it! God bless you and your loved ones Chef Steve. I wish you and your family a happy, healthy and prosperous 2023.
@th4nat0s Жыл бұрын
can't help but smile all throughout this vid, Steve's smile and laughter are so infectious and his approach to food is just warm and wholesome. he truly deserves the world
@GarrettTaira2 жыл бұрын
This guy is hilarious - he should have his own show
@danceyrselfkleen2 жыл бұрын
How’s he going to move around on camera if his balls are in your mouth?
@Joseph-kh8um2 жыл бұрын
@@danceyrselfkleen LOL
@bodeelittlegeorge262 жыл бұрын
@@danceyrselfkleen 🤣🤣🤣
@dmac74032 жыл бұрын
Called bad jokes
@GarrettTaira2 жыл бұрын
@@danceyrselfkleen why would he want to move around the area with his balls in my mouth?
@Goochball Жыл бұрын
I cheated a bit and bought a jar of General Tso’s sauce from the store, but I used your method to make the chicken and it came out absolutely perfect! Thanks, Steve!
@M2a3i2 жыл бұрын
He’s a really good teacher. I’m either nodding or laughing every time he says something.
@CaseysKidz Жыл бұрын
I made this dish this evening for dinner and paired it with some homemade fried rice. Let me tell you! It was very very delicious. Any time I eat Chinese food out I always order General's Chicken. It's so nice to be able to make it at home now. Sending Chef Steve Chu a big Thank You from Sacramento, California
@brentgabel36602 жыл бұрын
Chicken is such a great gateway drug to Chinese food for the American palate. Crispy crunchy chicken. Sauce laden with a bunch of sugar.... That is so awesome and the bit at the end about the blunt. Priceless. He's awesome.
@invaderzimismyfav2 жыл бұрын
He made it seem like I could actually cook this by myself
@williamscerbo4582 жыл бұрын
Steve Chu is the GOAT, the fried chicken and catfish from Ekiben are unbeatable
@louiearmstrong2 жыл бұрын
the chicken meatballs are the real Eki-GOAT
@rockhoward36772 жыл бұрын
The tofu nuggets (w extra sauce) are randomly one of the best things ive ever eaten
@lukustexter39482 жыл бұрын
Their tempura broccoli is one of my favorite things I’ve ever eaten. Everything is fantastic though
@darbypierce2 жыл бұрын
Great start to a new series guys! Can’t wait for more installments and hopefully more of chef Steve Chu!
@guynobodyknows2 жыл бұрын
Dude needs his own show
@call_me_ping2 ай бұрын
CHEF STEVE CHU!!! He is so fantastic and so is everyone else at Ekiben!!! I have lived in Baltimore for nearly a decade and absolutely love what great vibes and positivity they bring to community and the city!! Love you, ekiben!!
@stirlingfromla2 жыл бұрын
I have been making General Tso's for my family for 20+ years....and this recipe is SO different that I got to give it a try. Looks amazing.
@ch3t1172 жыл бұрын
what’s your recipe ?!? 20 years must be good
@OKatsby2 жыл бұрын
Yeah. Drop that recipe!
@camalex77822 жыл бұрын
Yes drop it pla
@The.Original.Potatocakes2 жыл бұрын
Don’t hoard that recipe bro!
@LiquidSoul062 жыл бұрын
Well
@zacnoel65432 жыл бұрын
Anybody who cooks alongside DANGER DOOM beats is a good human.
@mikelauducci2 жыл бұрын
Shout out from Hunan Changsha! I haven't had General Tso chicken in years, and I've been telling my wife how good it is. We saw ur video and made it tonight, it was awesome! Thank u!
@KrasMazovHatesYourGuts2 жыл бұрын
From what I've researched, General Tso's Chicken is technically a Chinese dish (it was created by a Chinese chef who was the personal cook to Chiang Kai-shek and fled to Taiwan after the Civil War), but it's a very niche dish that is practically unheard of over tehre. The version we have over here is a modification of that original dish.
@arusamajeed84882 жыл бұрын
I tried this. It was incredible. I switched the ketchup for hoisin sauce and the apple cider vinegar with rice wine vinegar. Kept everything else, including the Coke, as is. Phenomenal and very great way of explaining. Delicious.!
@gab.lab.martins2 жыл бұрын
He didn’t explain it, so I will: “velveting” tenderises meat because egg whites and sodium bicarbonate are alkaline, which changes the structure of the proteins and gives the characteristic bouncy-yet-tender texture of Chinese food. It’s similar to ramen noodles, and Mexican corn masa.
@hornysanders62442 жыл бұрын
I thought the baking soda was alkaline, not the cornstarch?
@gab.lab.martins2 жыл бұрын
Yes, thanks for the correction.
@scouthanamura23802 жыл бұрын
Cheers Gabriel
@midnightcat61162 жыл бұрын
“We’re here for a good time. Not for a long time.” 😹💀💗
@donmilleriii73992 жыл бұрын
I appreciate the lack of bullshit in Mr Chu. No ancient wisdom, just pure "the market likes it and it's cheap as fuck!" Dig it.
@joesantamaria58742 жыл бұрын
This comment wins
@tnick000012 жыл бұрын
Love the Doom samples
@bryanlefebvre95432 жыл бұрын
This guy rocks, Pepsi sucks, Maryland is awesome. Facts. Merry Christmas!
@Kevin-ql2kb2 жыл бұрын
Shh Merry Christmas
@Plem_xo2 жыл бұрын
I'd love to see this guy again on this channel somehow. Very entertaining and fun to watch
@soloserved19912 жыл бұрын
Steve you got me in tears😂 man I know you keep everyone rolling..hell of a guy and a great great chef...had to subscribe to your channel..will be watching every time you drop one
@missmya39722 жыл бұрын
Omg I love this guy. He's raw, unedited and good looking too.
@CM-bp6qb2 жыл бұрын
Loveeeee love ekiben. There’s nothing like it out in the whole world. Just thinking about it makes me so hungry 🤤
@casualuser80642 жыл бұрын
100%! One of the rare places that I’ve found on social media that lived up to what I expected and then some. I stop by every time I’m in Baltimore.
@NewsMonkey1232 жыл бұрын
"The Search for General Tso" is a great documentary from 2014 that explains the history of this dish. General Tso's chicken (zuo zong ji) is practically unheard of in China. Chef Peng Chang-kuei claims to have invented the dish in Taiwan, and it subsequently became popular in the U.S.
@jumpinjohnnyruss2 жыл бұрын
So it's not even Chinese? The Taiwanese should be taking much more credit for this dish. Then again, Taiwan already numba one, and they have such a lead that it may not matter.
@MarkusSchober2 жыл бұрын
Chef Peng is from Hunan. He fled to Taiwan when he was 30.
@miao48842 жыл бұрын
@@jumpinjohnnyruss lol, Taiwan is not a country, it is a province of China which is currently run by the expelled former government of Republic of China. Do some research man.
@miao48842 жыл бұрын
@@MarkusSchober He is one of the thousands of thousands soldiers, merchants, intellectuals and ROC (Republic of China) officials who fled to Taiwan after losing the civil war.
@agentcooper61792 жыл бұрын
@@miao4884 Taiwan is a country. 🇹🇼
@breatheu2 жыл бұрын
I've made this many times before but your version is the best I've had, even from my local restaurants( no joke). I never give reviews and I had to give this one! It's a huge hit. I made a big batch and it was gone. Thanks!
@GregSzarama Жыл бұрын
He used both, coke and sugar. Did you too? Was it very super sweet? I'm aware this was 5 months ago so you might not remember.
@Racinrob3 Жыл бұрын
@@GregSzarama it was not that sweet. The only part we didn't like was the vinegar. I will not use that next time
@WhatThePublicWants2 жыл бұрын
THE GOAT HAS RETURNED! Steve Chu is the best
@dusthastricks2 жыл бұрын
This dude is funny af. So glad he was thorough about the reducing process. I always think I'm not doing it enough but I get impatient.
@Jl2damax2 жыл бұрын
Lotta personality in this little dude, I could watch a show with him as the host
@babylicee44792 жыл бұрын
Steve you are amazing..i love this food being a jamaican Chinese mix we made this to feed a family of 8...6 kids 2 parents..you inspire us
@poloshmolo2 жыл бұрын
We need a Chef's Night Out with Steve and friends in Baltimore
@leorickt.96042 жыл бұрын
Chefs night out in dundalk baby
@zentoco2 жыл бұрын
Ok, I'm now humbled how much goes into my favorite dish. I'll be sure to order it now with reverence in the future.
@Truth.Keeper2 жыл бұрын
"General Tso's chicken, that sent a lot of f****** kids to college"
@restaurantman2 жыл бұрын
Truth. My family owned a Chinese takeout restaurant and General Tso's Chicken helped to pay our home mortgage.
@SigHDucK52 жыл бұрын
America's favorite fried chicken dish is RIGHT!
@troyounce32952 жыл бұрын
10:04 I'll bet your dad is very proud. You are talented yet chill and having fun while doing your job.
@GregCurtin452 жыл бұрын
Thank you Chef Chu. I love the detailed instructions given so viewers could actually make this themselves. Appreciate you taking the time to make the video and hope you return with many more videos (especially of recipes YOU like to eat)
@Alvaro-qz6qk2 жыл бұрын
Cussing and fried chicken. My life
@granthutcherson45102 жыл бұрын
The only Chinese takeout dish I ever buy. you make it look completely freaking delicious man. I dig the way you simplified the brown sauce with soda water too. Keep on making the world a better place brother.
@tashimajordan6074 Жыл бұрын
I just fell in love! The food looks amazing as well! 😍🤩
@AliSamadpour2 жыл бұрын
This was awesome, please give Steve his own show
@thegoldrobber2 жыл бұрын
This chef is super cool and skilled. Can he do some more vids - pretty please?
@TheBiggestMoronYouKnow2 жыл бұрын
honestly one of the best chicken dishes in the world
@kirkwilliams736311 ай бұрын
We're here for a good time, not a long time 😂love it.
@gabyswastika84802 жыл бұрын
Watching him cook is so comforting! 🥰 I'm a newbie fan! 💃🏽
@MaybeDOOM2 жыл бұрын
This guy needs his own show
@brandenlikesbeer2 жыл бұрын
This dude has the best vibes... Loved every second of this vid!
@Mark-lv1ub Жыл бұрын
Brother, I love you, and specifically Tso's chicken. You are obviously a genius, first of all in your cooking (no small feat); and also in your fluidity of mind.......Consider further, your thoughts.....thoughts are real action, as real as lifting your arm. The primary thought and desire are there, but not the follow on physicality.......no matter it is still real. Love your viewers and all who you contact, and the world will be a better place. All Love, all the time, Mark Ingraham l
@twistedthrifterb62202 жыл бұрын
This guy couldn't be any cuter❤️
@solidkingcobra2 жыл бұрын
more of this guy please.
@pg54192 жыл бұрын
This is mediation! So therapeutic 😂😍 I love his personality! So funny and entertaining
@Salvodavie Жыл бұрын
Cooked this for the first time tonight! Unbelievable! I substituted red chilis for the dried peppers since you can find those at any store. I never wouldve guessed how tender the chicken gets from the velveting process. 10/10 must make.
@whatevereyewant2 жыл бұрын
Bro I’m never eating General Tso’s again unless it’s for dessert.
@joereyna6142 жыл бұрын
This dudes personality is great! Like i wanna chill with the guy lol.. Definitely positive vibes.. I enjoyed the vid & will try making this.. PS Blue Cola (Pepsi) is killer!
@cincychris12 жыл бұрын
I want to listen to him talk about cooking all day.
@GuardianofTwilight Жыл бұрын
I'm not going to lie, General Tso's Chicken is my favorite Chinese-American dish.
@ScreaminSavior2 жыл бұрын
That looks like the best General Tso's ever! I like the idea of using Coca Cola in it. I gotta get to Baltimore again. He's also super awesome, give him a show!
@DSingh252 жыл бұрын
Ekiben is so ridiculously good! My favorite takeout place in Baltimore!
@zsavage1820 Жыл бұрын
from what I understand is that the double fry helps make it crisper and doesn't get mushy as fast in the sauce...
@dcwatley2 жыл бұрын
ekiben is amazing, great video!! Dont ever close your restaurant we freaking love it.
@whitenoise5092 жыл бұрын
Totally agree about the broccoli! My friends and I found a wild broccoli plant near to where we were camping years ago. Free broccoli, hell yeah! We all chowed down.
@roberth26272 жыл бұрын
This dude is funny as hell ..& I love Genral Tso's Chicken ..now I can try & make it at home.. thanks Chef Steve Chu..! !
@jasons15372 жыл бұрын
Not sure why, but I really appreciated the profanity! I think it brings me back to my days of working in a restaurant kitchen.
@dr.richardnixon7125 Жыл бұрын
I was a cooked 18 years hearing you talk your shyt made me feel like I was back on the line I love your kitchen humor lol. Keep up the good work brother
@mikelauducci2 жыл бұрын
Making this next week, thx for the recipe sir
@redtidalwave33772 жыл бұрын
I like your take on General Tso's chicken.. I'm gonna try the coke when I make my sauce.. All these years cooking Chinese and I never deviated off my recipe.. I guess it's because it's such a good one! But I love Coca-Cola so, thanks for the tip!
@HoHo-rp3wd Жыл бұрын
Love the dangerdoom beat in the background at the start
@micheledahl491 Жыл бұрын
This guy is awesome! He needs his own show on TV! Can cook, funny, & great recipes!
@tiffanythompson50722 жыл бұрын
He is funny, I like him. I didn't realize this dish was so easy to make. I must try this.
@sylviametos88152 жыл бұрын
OMG! This chicken recioe looks amazing!
@cocopen34152 жыл бұрын
Baltimore!!!!!!! Love this guy. We’ve been wanting to go to his place for months. Just hadn’t worked out.
@travsudz4544 Жыл бұрын
The Meriland joke killed me bro, awesome video.
@lucycliburn23442 жыл бұрын
We need to see more of this young Cook!
@thelonecabbage78342 жыл бұрын
I love making General Tso's at home, but after my first time, I decided it was far easier and just as good to buy frozen breaded chicken to just throw in the air fryer.
@NorthernSweetPea2 жыл бұрын
I call bullshit. No way does breaded frozen chicken done in an air fryer taste as good as homemade in deep fat.
@thelonecabbage78342 жыл бұрын
@@NorthernSweetPea Aight, well, taste is subjective, so... you do you.
@LNKSonYOUTUBE2 жыл бұрын
if youre using alot of sauce sure use frozen stuff but on their own homemade and fried is better
@fartguts2 жыл бұрын
love this guy's enthusiasm!
@FunTravelLondon2 жыл бұрын
To all the readers; I wish you, your loved ones and your parents a very beautiful, happy, loving, healthy and wealthy future. Stay Blessed Stephanie from London
@Zeem1242 жыл бұрын
I’m going to Ekiben tomorrow for lunch this guy rules
@alvinlee1402 жыл бұрын
Thank you for showing this dish, Merry X'mas and Happy New Year
@Robloxuser-bad_g166 Жыл бұрын
This guy is so great, funny and knows how to cook.
@patrickj.clifton99882 жыл бұрын
I really enjoy watching this guy cook, he’s hilarious
@billtsirtsis7060 Жыл бұрын
I usually choose the Colonel for chicken ; but maybe its time for a promotion to the General!
@alexfialon12 жыл бұрын
I go to school in baltimore and ekiben was the first place i tried when i got there, and to this day it’s still my favorite. it’s incredible!
@xjambonbillx82862 жыл бұрын
Forget the other recipes of this dish on youtube, i just made it and this one is the real deal. Thank you.
@dksdg2 жыл бұрын
This guy is hilarious
@warrenparker79612 жыл бұрын
This dude is awesome.
@walidamin1804 Жыл бұрын
Nice recipe! Also, I nearly shat myself when the played the sampled record for Meat Grinder at the end
@AGTJAZZ2 жыл бұрын
Making Baltimore very proud💜 love the use of Madvillain as background music
@thenewmase2 жыл бұрын
Another reason in favor of broccoli if that you're not serving just fried meat covered in sweet sauce but also vegetables and you can take some of the guilt off the dish
@miao48842 жыл бұрын
Growing up in the east China near Shanghai, General Tsao’s Chicken was the very first cultural shock for me.😅 This is honestly not a menu item from where I grew up.
@jamescollier3 Жыл бұрын
Haha. yeah. americanized
@mgiebus18694 ай бұрын
I could watch this dude all day
@themadlip2 жыл бұрын
‘We’re here for a good time, not a long time.’ Amen, brother.
@khoapham27642 жыл бұрын
Looks 🔥🔥🔥! Thanks brother!!
@jameshusband33022 жыл бұрын
I live in Texas, and my local spot makes this with fresh jalapenos. It is a great twist, try it out.