SCS 033 | J. Kenji Lopez Alt. from The Food Lab & SeriousEats.com

SCS 033 | J. Kenji Lopez Alt. from The Food Lab & SeriousEats.com

Author: Chef Jacob Burton - StellaCulinary.com February 20, 2018 Duration: 48:26

In this episode, we welcome J. Kenji Lopez Alt, managing Culinary Director of Serious Eats, and author of the wildly popular Food Lab Blog.

In September of 2015, Kenji released his book, The Food Lab - Better Home Cooking Through Science, which landed him on the New York Time's Best Sellers list.

Here are some things we discussed in this episode:

  • What Kenji is planning for his next book, volume 2 of The Food Lab.
  • How to keep egg shells from sticking to sous vide and hard boiled eggs.
  • Kenji's favorite method for cooking hard boiled egs.
  • How he like's to use "umami bombs" to make his food more savory.
  • How to use gelatin to mimic restaurant quality stocks and reduction sauces.
  • His experiments with soaking pasta before cooking.
  • And much more.

Links for Kenji

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Stella Culinary School is hosted by Chef Jacob Burton of StellaCulinary.com, an executive chef who brings his professional kitchen experience directly to your ears. This podcast is for anyone who has imagined mastering the craft of cooking, whether you're an ambitious home cook or considering a culinary career. Each episode breaks down professional techniques into clear, actionable steps, moving beyond basic recipes to explore the foundational skills that transform ingredients. You'll hear detailed explanations on everything from fundamental knife work and sauce making to the precise science of baking and fermentation, all presented in an accessible way that demystifies the professional kitchen. Alongside these instructional deep dives, the show features conversations with a wide range of culinary artisans. Chef Burton sits down with fellow chefs, cookbook authors, winemakers, brewers, and coffee roasters, delving into their processes, philosophies, and what drives their passion for flavor. The result is a rich audio experience that both educates and inspires, building a comprehensive understanding of food and drink. Tune into this podcast for a genuine education in gastronomy, where each session feels like a personal lesson from a chef dedicated to sharing his knowledge.
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