Teaches the how’s and why’s behind cooking
Ethan Chlebowski is the superhero we don’t deserve but still get to enjoy. His philosophy is that once you understand the chemistry behind the techniques you will be a much better cook and have more fun with it. Ever wondered why salt is the most important seasoning for cooking? How gluten is actually developed in bread making? Or why a smash burger generates more flavor compounds through browning than a grilled burger? Ethan has found out for us, and gladly shares his knowledge.
His content is a smorgasbord of different topics and dishes. The videos are a blend of cooking tutorials, food science, and a dash of humor. It’s like watching Bill Nye the Science Guy, but for food. And who could forget his popular series “Cooking like a Chef”? In this series, Ethan recreates dishes from famous chefs, making haute cuisine accessible to home cooks.
One of his most popular videos is the “Whetstone Sharpening Mistakes that Most Beginners Make”. And we understand why because we’ve all been there. Imagine you’ve picked up your first whetstone, watched 15 different sharpening videos, started sharpening the knife, dreaming of finally showing that smug paper who’s boss. Except when you go to slice, it happens again. The paper rips and it feels like your knife is worse off than before. This is a common tale for many beginning freehand sharpeners, but fear not! In the video Ethan identifies the most common sharpening mistakes most beginner’s make, and then gives you a technique for remedying those.
But Ethan’s culinary universe extends beyond YouTube. On his website, you’ll find written recipes for those who prefer reading to watching. There’s also a section dedicated to kitchen equipment, where Ethan shares his recommendations for the best tools to make your kitchen a culinary playground.
Ethan’s content is diverse and engaging. For instance, his “Are expensive eggs actually worth it?” video has engaged millions of viewers in just a month. His “Bread Baking Basics” series is a must-watch for anyone looking to master the art of bread baking. And let’s not forget his “Homemade Pasta” video, where he demystifies the process of making pasta from scratch.
Ethan Chlebowski is more than a food influencer. His content is a testament to his passion for food and his desire to share it with the world. So, the next time you’re in the kitchen, remember Ethan’s words: “Cooking is a skill you can practice every day. So, why not make it fun?”
