50 Ways To Cook A Steak

TL;DR

Two cooks explore various unconventional methods of cooking steak, including using hot molten glass, lasers, and dishwashers.

Transcript

Nick: We're going to cook steak in 50 different ways, such as using hot molten glass, a laser pointer, and even cooking in the dishwasher. Max: We'll start off simple with a steak in a cast iron pan. Nick: These experiments will get crazier and crazier throughout the whole video. Max: We're going to be eating steaks for weeks after this one because... Read More

Key Insights

• 🫢 Classic grilling methods like using a gas or charcoal grill yielded consistently good results.
• 👱 Unconventional methods like cooking in a dishwasher and using an air fryer produced surprisingly tasty steaks.
• 💦 Some methods, such as broiling and microwaving, did not work well for cooking steak.
• 👨 Techniques like braising and cooking in fat added unique flavors and textures to the steak.

Questions & Answers

Q: What was the most successful method of cooking steak?

The most successful method seemed to be grilling on a gas grill or charcoal grill, which yielded well-cooked steaks with flavorful crusts.

Q: Did any unconventional methods produce good results?

Surprisingly, some of the unconventional methods worked well, such as cooking steak in a dishwasher and using an air fryer. These methods produced delicious, well-cooked steaks.

Q: Were there any cooking methods that completely failed?

Yes, some methods, like broiling the steak or using a microwave, resulted in overcooked or undercooked steaks that were not appetizing.

Q: Did any techniques produce unique flavors or textures?

Yes, techniques like braising the steak and cooking in its own fat produced unique textures and flavors in the steak. Braising resulted in a pull-apart texture, while cooking in fat added richness to the meat.

Q: Which method was the most surprising?

The most surprising method was cooking the steak in a pizza oven, which resulted in a perfectly cooked steak with a flavorful crust.

Q: Did any cooking methods pose safety risks?

Some methods, like using lasers and hot molten glass, posed safety risks and required protective gear to prevent eye damage or burns.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• The cooks experiment with 50 different methods of cooking steak, ranging from classic techniques like grilling and baking to unconventional methods like using lasers and dishwashers.

• Some methods yield delicious results, with perfectly cooked steaks and flavorful crusts, while others result in overcooked, undercooked, or unappetizing steaks.

• The cooks try techniques like deep-frying, freezing, boiling, and even using household appliances like microwaves and irons to cook the steaks.