The Secret To Mastering Burgers, Sausage, and Meatballs

The Secret To Mastering Burgers, Sausage, and Meatballs | Techniquely with Lan Lam

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We discovered why store-bought ground meat just can’t compare to home-ground: Myosin. Cook’s Illustrated's Lan Lam shows you how to achieve the best texture in all your ground meat recipes.
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@tffkap Жыл бұрын

This series with Lan is so great

@DEXTER-TV-series Жыл бұрын

Yeah! It is excellent! And without any annoying 🎶 musics and sounds in background!

@TheAnon232 Жыл бұрын

She’s amazing 🤩

@missymitekite Жыл бұрын

I know. I was just starting to watch something else, saw her video in the suggested list on the right, came to a screeching halt and came right over. lol She's great!

@davidapodaca6827 Жыл бұрын

Lan could make anything great. She's so magnificent

@quakerwildcat Жыл бұрын

Could not agree more. I've been reading Cook's Illustrated since 1993 and have always been a fan, but since Chris was ousted and the newer chefs like Dan and Lan have joined, the value and practical knowledge imparted has been raised to a whole new level.

@williamharberts5514 Жыл бұрын

Lan's ability to explain the hows and whys of things never ceases to amaze. If you want to know why things do or don't work in the kitchen, watch her videos. She's the best!

@justinondrey Жыл бұрын

The best!

@donaldgoodnight7853 Жыл бұрын

If you say so. I do watch her videos. I don't like, some of her methods for a reason. As a cook. Stating my reservations. On technique. Just my opinion, as a professional cook.

@danhelmoran6275 Жыл бұрын

Awesome

@captainbornfree Жыл бұрын

She literally brough my steak game to another level. Cold Sear method is putting a crust on my steaks that taste like they were grilled. I use cast iron and not the nonstick pan that she uses.

@shawnk7243 7 күн бұрын

She is SO appreciated!

@marijkeschellenbach2680 Жыл бұрын

Lan Lam needs to do more of these Techniquely with Lan Lam videos. She is the Alton Brown of ATK!!!! Love the way she presents herself, she is just a really good teacher.

@diggysoze2897 Жыл бұрын

It’s pronounced Alton.

@markfox6786 Жыл бұрын

I absolutely LOVE when Lan does these videos. Cannot wait to do this burger method and sausage and meatballs lol

@imfrommanndame Жыл бұрын

This one and Dan's video on baking soda are your most important videos of 2023. Great work.

@Trgn Жыл бұрын

This series so underated. Cooking is a science. Useful technical information like these are hard to come by in traditional cooking classes or series, even gaurded secrets by chefs. Awesome to have it accessible in simplified format.

@einundsiebenziger5488 Ай бұрын

This series is* so underrated* / guarded* secrets

@Pangdoodoo Жыл бұрын

Lan is one of my absolute favorites when it comes to anything related to food on KZfaq!

@austinonaustin6870 Жыл бұрын

OMG...I made the burger recipe exactly as you recommended, and it blew my mind! Easily the best burger I've had, hands down. A real 'steakburger' not a ground-meat hamburger. Thanks ATK and thank you Lan!

@jimdavidson3345 Жыл бұрын

Give Lan a raise - a big one! Learning the whys and why nots is the most important feature of a cooking video! Will put this new knowledge to use when preparing the best meals I can for my family. TYVM.

@einundsiebenziger5488 Ай бұрын

How doyou know she's not the best paid member of the ATK team already?

@sn3dg3r Жыл бұрын

Today whilst reorganising my kitchen, I came across a silicone mould for forming multiple hexagonal burgers, this made me reflect on the contradictory guidance I've viewed on making burgers, from many KZfaqrs. This video explains the science perfectly, thank you!

@kdkulhanek Жыл бұрын

Lan is sooooo good. Love the team yall are building!

@grahammcfadyenhill9555 Жыл бұрын

I always enjoy watching ATK video clips, and sometimes I learn new stuff...here was an example. I have been cooking for over sixty years, at home and as a job, and I learned so much from this video. Amazing. Thanks a bunch! Graham

@SauloAvelar Жыл бұрын

I've got hooked since the very first time I've seen a video with Lan. She brings the perfect balance of technique, free flow and humor that just makes the best recipe for a video. No buns (oops, puns) intended.

@stjabnful Жыл бұрын

Just think the world of Lan! Such good recipes. She explains so well and doesn’t go on and on.

@erikfreitas7045 Жыл бұрын

Incredible episode! Those lion's head meatballs look amazing! Thanks Lan!

@Driblus Жыл бұрын

It would be more interesting to learn a way to make store bought ground beef into great burgers - because I think the majority of people dont have time or the funds to buy whole chunks, slice them, freeze them and ground them, themselves. I know I dont, but I'd like to make the best food possible with the time and funds that I have.

@APiersA Жыл бұрын

This, absolutely this! If there's any way to compensate apart from the thumb divot if would be great to know.

@Kungpowbeats Жыл бұрын

I think the point is that it is too late at this point to make a tender burger with store bought and that store bought is more suitable for meatballs or sausages.

@seaofseeof Жыл бұрын

I make both burgers from store-bought ground beef, and from beef I grind myself. I just make sure I get a ground beef that has a 80/20 lean-to-fat ratio, and that it's beef that is loosely packed in its container; where I can see the individual strands of beef in the same direction they were being ground in. Then, I divide this beef, length-wise, into portions, in the same direction as those strands have naturally formed.. And I shape the patties by having both ends of those strands meeting, turned into each other. No mixing, kneading or mashing. None of that. The meat maintains its texture from the how it was ground. Since the strands of beef are going in the same direction, you can be sure that it'll remain tender since that how the grinder essentially cut the beef for you. It won't work with tightly packed ground beef where no individual strands from the grinding process are visible. But otherwise, you're good to go.

@jebediahkrimsoncraftleding3012 Жыл бұрын

You can't ungrind store-bought ground beef...

@homehelpheart7440 Жыл бұрын

I agree.

@KurtMueller Жыл бұрын

We need Lan Lam / Dan crossover episodes! They should come on each other's segments :D.

@nuutasi Жыл бұрын

Yes please.

@CaptainFabulous84 Жыл бұрын

What would have been awesome was a technique to make store bought ground meat better. Cause ain't nobody got time to cut up, freeze, and grind meat.

@profitablecopy Жыл бұрын

Lan, you are just the best! No nonsense, clear, friendly, and knowledgeable. The complete (and rare) package.

@petevb Жыл бұрын

Outstanding. So many cooking shows focus on the “what”, but I find the “why” so much more valuable.

@avalon449 Жыл бұрын

Lan gets a thumbs up even before the video starts…!

@justpeachy4938 Жыл бұрын

A simpler technique I’ve developed to ensure tender and juicy burgers from store-bought (usually Whole Foods) ground beef is just to separate the ground beef mass into fingernail-sized (or smaller) pieces, pulling the mass apart bit by bit, until you have sufficient quantity for your burger (s); and then gently gather the bits/strands just until they hold together enough to form the burger shape (but no more.) The motion and force required is very much like not overworking a homemade pie dough. Once the burger is lightly shaped, season and cook as normal. Happy eating!

@Jo-gx3ef Жыл бұрын

Wow that is such a good idea I never thought of. I would mix the entire mass of ground beef in a large bowl with seasoning and then pull apart burger patty sized chunks to form my patties but now I see that was a mistake. I am definitely going to try your method next time, cheers!

@shachar2 10 ай бұрын

@@Jo-gx3ef try to buy a large piece of meat and manually grounding it, maybe a bit rougher or larger then what you usually get. That ought to be different

@hopesprings4967 Жыл бұрын

I love these videos with Lan! She makes things very easy to understand. All of the recipes certainly seem approachable. I learn so much from every video I watch. 💐🙋🏼‍♀️🦋 Lan you are as talented as you are smart and beautiful! Way to rock the science Lan. I truly enjoy your calm, kind demeanour. 💕🇨🇦🕊️

@clearontheconcept Жыл бұрын

Wonderful as always. I think one of the absolute best things about Lan Lam's videos is that they are edited so skillfully that there is never a wasted microsecond. Just perfect in every way, not least of which is the valuable content.

@ashleydonniehanson8953 Жыл бұрын

I really like this series, and Lan does such a great job of explaining everything.

@TheMrFarkle 7 ай бұрын

I find Lan Lam's expertise and presentation to be top-notch. It's great to have her and her colleagues giving us a resource that is both rewarding and inspiring. And having several encyclopedic books from ATK & CC certainly is a valuable asset.

@skylarrupp9624 Жыл бұрын

What an incredible video! probably one of the best I have seen on this channel. Please post more!

@1DrBar Жыл бұрын

More shows such as these, please. It is so great to know the "why" of cooking. Thank you.

@dimitrimatsacos7859 Жыл бұрын

I love the way you explain the underlying chemical process as well as keep it entertaining. I live for the kind of information chefs like yourself can provide. It's all in the detail and so many people just fake it and talk the worst nonsense. Thank you.

@Pkamon Жыл бұрын

Beautifully playful and articulate. Well done! I'm inspired.

@umamizaddy Жыл бұрын

Thank you Lan for another fantastic, educational vid! Also love the use of a carbon steel skillet.

@MADHIKER777 11 ай бұрын

Lan is actually a scientist who also cooks! She provides amazing perspective into why our food tastes like it does!

@katetrabue 9 ай бұрын

I love Lan's presentations! thank you for featuring her.

@dondiezel 2 ай бұрын

I appreciate the scientific approach. Although difficult for a layman, home-cook with little to no funds or equipment, i can understand why my cooking is the way it is.

@mahram Жыл бұрын

This is one of the most informative cooking videos I’ve ever seen. Well done and thank you.

@FinalMastery 11 ай бұрын

These videos with Lan are so awesome. It's really cool learning about the science behind the food and the process behind cooking certain ingredients. Having all the information accessible for free and explained in a way that makes sense to the laymen.

@mikeelek9713 Жыл бұрын

All of ATK's video hosts do an excellent job in providing clear instructions and the reasons why things are done a certain way. Keep up the great work! 😀

@walter.bellini Жыл бұрын

Thank you Ms. Lam truly enjoy watching and learning from you. The way you explain thing usually results in almost zero followup questions. Bravo, more please!

@passapmachines4006 Жыл бұрын

Thank you! I love watching cooking with Co Lan

@necrosiskoc9617 9 ай бұрын

Lan Lam is just awesome, I love all of her ATK videos. She does a great job of explaining the best methods as well as the science behind them.

@ubza2004 Жыл бұрын

Love your videos. Lan you are quickly becoming one of my favorite presenters at ATK ❤

@pladner5 Жыл бұрын

This is really high level content. Lan is fantastic at not harping on the extraneous. It's to the point.

@freddierodriguez3036 Жыл бұрын

Lan, you are my favorite. You’re beautiful and elegant. I always learn new perspective on things I’ve been cooking for a long time. 🤗

@avalon449 Жыл бұрын

Elegant is a perfect description.

@daverutt8532 Жыл бұрын

Love that Lan! I always learn much by her teaching method. More vids please! I've made all three of these recipes, all came out perfect! THANKS LAN!

@misterchinn Жыл бұрын

Dude. I really wish I hadn't watched this in the morning before work started... now all I can think about is burgers, sausage, dumplings, and meatballs! And I have 8 hours until I can cook them! Great video Lan! I look forward to these!

@Gruuvin1 Жыл бұрын

I love the way she speaks. So articulate.

@charlesbaker5001 Жыл бұрын

Have been absent from watching ATK for many years and the you tube algorithm brought it back with this video. Always admired the program and the people. Thank you.

@franceslarina5508 Жыл бұрын

Lan's cooking videos are quickly becoming my favorites!

@popsicle_907 6 ай бұрын

I love the science these folks put into food. Thank you. Like stated below many of us cannot afford the time and/or cost of this this video's content but I love knowing this!

@garywaggoner1953 Жыл бұрын

Very nice Miss Lan ! I ALWAYS learn so much watching you prepare and cook! Thank you ! !

@misterscottintheway Жыл бұрын

Outstanding series

@timgutter2708 Жыл бұрын

Anyone who speaks so reverently about hamburgers is a good person.

@paulgdlmx Жыл бұрын

It is so refreshing to see a straight forward, informative video with no bullshit. Thank you.

@robertsterner2145 10 ай бұрын

Stunning, informative video. These Techniquely videos are the best thing Cooks Illustrated has ever done.

@flyingsodwai1382 11 ай бұрын

Excellent information as always, THANKYOU LAN!

@arturoyescas4175 Жыл бұрын

I love these videos. Lan is an amazing teacher and chef. Thank you! :)

@SuperFlashDelirium Жыл бұрын

Educational, informative and entertaining. Excellent content! Thank you, ATK/Lan

@GiovanniMD7 Жыл бұрын

This is one of the best cooking videos I've seen for a while. And I watch an awful lot of them

@RichardHale-wc1vp Жыл бұрын

I like that I always learn the why and not just the how from Lan's videos.

@brentfrank7012 Ай бұрын

Great video, never have I heard of myosin, great to know. Thank you

@KBTCaseyFlynn Жыл бұрын

Fascinating and so helpful. Can’t wait to make some burgers.

@blackwidow8000 Жыл бұрын

Lan is so interesting to listen to. I enjoy her videos.

@maxine7088 Жыл бұрын

Lan Lam is one my very favorite hosts on ATK. I always learn a lot of very interesting things from her.

@kyle_8036 Жыл бұрын

Oh, what's this... a new Lan Lam video? Happy Valentine's Day to us from ATK.

@eddiepena Жыл бұрын

Great presentation and tips. Thanks!

@jackiewinters5792 Жыл бұрын

Great & very useful information! Thank you for sharing. 💜

@julienrocher1 2 ай бұрын

Love your videos. The combination of science and cooking is amazing.

@protopigeon Жыл бұрын

Genuinely interesting thanks!

@c62west Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much. I love your episodes.

@beammeupscotty1955 Жыл бұрын

Best ATK video ever. This is a subject which I knew nothing at all about formally, but I've observed and wondered about the changes ground meat goes through depending on how it was prepared. I stopped buying store bought ground meat in any form, even sausage, a little over a year ago when I discovered that my local grocery store so frequently had remarkable sales on several different cuts of beef and pork on a more or less regular basis, making it so I can grind my own beef from decent cuts like Tri Tip or Chuck which both make excellent lean hamburger, for an average of $3.50/ lb. I grind and make my own pork breakfast and hot Italian sausage as well so this video will help me improve the texture of my sausages.

@allanmcdonald3223 8 ай бұрын

What an eye opener. Thanks for this video

@kevinparcher8514 Жыл бұрын

Excellent info and explanation. That Lion's Head Meatball recipe is one of my faves.

@rosegaither Жыл бұрын

these are all great classes and she is a great teacher

@spears104 Жыл бұрын

I really enjoy Lan's videos! Very intelligent!

@sarahwestling9438 Жыл бұрын

I love this series with Lan.

@coldfire2812 10 ай бұрын

Lan Lam, I really like your videos; will be trying this technique for my next burgers for sure. Love the science of why behind your dishes. Your intelligence, technique and personality, wow what a combo. Sincere compliment, you are also extremely easy on the eyes. Thank you for the videos!

@jenniferrobbinsmullin3417 Жыл бұрын

Thank you! I used the meatball technique on venison meatballs, and they are without a doubt the best venison meatballs I have ever tasted. Again, thank you for these wonderfully informative tutorials!

@jf5336 Жыл бұрын

Science...and the understanding of myosin, rocks! Super video Lam.

@einundsiebenziger5488 Ай бұрын

Science and* the understanding of myosin (two things) rock*

@outlawd2live Жыл бұрын

This is so awakening and informative. Thanks

@robertgraf962 Жыл бұрын

Awesome Value Chef! All my years in the kitchen, never heard "Myosin Development" Thank you!

@dianadambrosio1 Жыл бұрын

Lan…amazing..as usual.. I think you make all of us just want to rush to the kitchen to make everything that you illustrate to us. Thank you again for these intelligent calming and delightful videos

@jmbear628 Жыл бұрын

very nice presentation/teaching

@michaelvaladez6570 Ай бұрын

A great presentation.

@MadPick Жыл бұрын

What a fantastic video! Thank you, Lan!

@hooksrub Жыл бұрын

I love this video. Thanks Lan and ATK

@tomowens7499 6 ай бұрын

That was really interesting, I love learning the science of why recipes work! Cool video thanks!

@ckvo77 Жыл бұрын

This was incredibly informative!

@christophurkey Жыл бұрын

Yes! I was just hoping there would be more of this series and more of Lan! P.S. Thank you for the best steak I've ever cooked in my life.

@sean.butterworth Жыл бұрын

I love these videos, thank you!

@tspmcfarlane Жыл бұрын

Great presentation. Really clearly explained.

@ConsiderItHealth Жыл бұрын

Love Lan and these invaluable lessons!

@philbrogan958 Жыл бұрын

My favorite follows are people who teach me something every time I watch them. This is why I watch Lan.

@sharonhendricks9706 10 ай бұрын

You are an amazing asset to America's Test Kitchen! I am always interested in knowing the WHY of things, including in the kitchen, and you are so good at explaining. I tried a Lion's Head Meatball recipe but so disappointed in it I never tried it again. I look forward to tying this one! And the sausage and burgers are going on my bucket list of things to do....LOL

@patrickplayer4185 Жыл бұрын

I really love your program I’m a cooking nerd.

@homeplay4476 Жыл бұрын

Finally, someone explaining the principles behind the recipes.

@Alexander-dt8sk Жыл бұрын

Thank you, thank you, thank you for speaking like an adult! No annoying Upspeak or trailing vocal fry. What a pleasure!

@mrlapageisyourman Жыл бұрын

I've said this a number of times but the lion's head meatballs recipe is so good! I have made it quite a few times. I'm gonna have to try the Italian sausage recipe next.

@AllfatherBlack 9 ай бұрын

youtube oddly enough has made me appreciate people who are excellent at presentation and this lady is a natural master at teaching. beautiful video, thank you i learn so much

@markf7066 Жыл бұрын

This was really great! For as much as I cook and grill and for all the reading I do…I just learned something I didn’t know. And now I have a new friend 😉