I like to imagine myself as a little rat sitting on Kenji’s head during the gopro shots and we’re doing a reverse ratatouille where he’s teaching me how to cook 🐀

@thestuffmikedoes2309

3 ай бұрын

Wholesome!

@munjee2

3 ай бұрын

This is Remy's real back story

@Elithrae

3 ай бұрын

This is my new Kenji-headcanon. THANK YOU!!!!

@Elithrae

3 ай бұрын

@@munjee2So what you're saying is: Kenji is the real hero of Ratatouille?

@someshwarrao42

2 ай бұрын

Head Rat Gang 🙌

"Tumescent to flaccid" is not a phrase I thought I would ever hear in relation to cabbage, but here we are.

@WastrelWay

3 ай бұрын

"There are a couple of ways you can go about squeezing ... (ahem) ... your cabbage" and here we are.

@cherylj7460

3 ай бұрын

Yeah! And “turgid”! That’s what I thought- then I remembered he has a book about the science of Cooking.

@majesticpbjcat7707

3 ай бұрын

Completely apropos

@gabrielstrong2186

3 ай бұрын

If the floppy shoe fits..,

@jvallas

3 ай бұрын

Add turgid and we have a real word salad today! 🥴

This is like the 7th time he's made the video, the 7th time he's told those stories and the 7th time i'll watch the entire thing start to finish.

@igorhunden

3 ай бұрын

seven folds in the dumpling

@stillmoms

3 ай бұрын

In accordance with prophecy

@m.theresa1385

3 ай бұрын

Each time has subtle differences which offers a slightly different flavor (here Kenji added ginger and garlic and used regular green cabbage). For me it’s like cooking any dish (particularly curries). They never taste exactly the same. Once you finally achieve what you consider the absolute perfect balance of flavors, it’s still difficult to replicate exactly. Magic doesn’t always happen. I like to add some finely shredded carrots to my dumplings, and I experiment with my sauces. 🥟 Lots of great recipes in his book.

@henrysilver2134

2 ай бұрын

😮​@@igorhunden

@CODE14464

Ай бұрын

​@@m.theresa1385carrot would make it to sweet so i would probs avoid the sugar part

This brought back memories of my childhood. I'm 100% white, but we liked to cook as a family and were poor, so every time the wrappers would go on clearance, my mom would buy them and the cheapest ground pork and we would all sit around watching TV and folding pot stickers.

Can absolutely confirm that The Wok is incredible, gorgeous, and worth every penny.

@koskettaja609

3 ай бұрын

sad that where im from gas stoves are very rare, cant really wok with induction stove😢

@jj3665

3 ай бұрын

@@koskettaja609 You can! You just have to adjust your technique. He may have a video on it.

@antoniohatch5170

3 ай бұрын

home blow torch for the wok hei flavor!@@koskettaja609

@redbeard36

3 ай бұрын

Absolutely. It's on the goto cookbook shelf upstairs mear my kitchen. I use it at least a couple of times a month.

@greenhat7618

3 ай бұрын

So did you take it to Poland?

Love seeing when your quality assurance food tester is on set as the tail shows how passionate he is about the food.

I’ve gotta say… I love this video for two big reasons. 1. It tastes excellent. 2. The way you’re able to explain complex processes as simply as “balls of yarn being roughed up a bit through kneading and detangling, allowing them to kind of mesh together” actually provides context that you can apply to other recipes. Thank you for that.

@thelelanatorlol3978

3 ай бұрын

I don't agree with 2. Just because the processes are nanoscale *does not* make them complicated or hard to explain simply.

@Nick-dc6ix

2 ай бұрын

Also disagree with number 1, this video is very difficult to eat, would not recommend

Ha! I use a potato ricer to squeeze my shredded onion and potato mixture when I make latkes! It's so much easier than other methods.

@whomakesthelaw

3 ай бұрын

Brb off to make some latkes

@debrabryer8240

3 ай бұрын

That's so funny! While he was showing it I was thinking, "I wonder if?..."

@joshnordin4043

Ай бұрын

Shabbat Shalom, ya Mothas ya Fatha!

Just made this (plus the dipping sauce from the recipe link). OMG it's so good. After the 15th or so dumpling the crimping became really easy and I started to realize how the folding worked and how much water to use. Definitely making this again. Got 28 frozen in the freezer still (made 12 for dinner tonight so 40 total). So easy and so good.

I really enjoy Kenji's anecdotes of his childhood along with the stories of the dishes, as another immigrant who cherishes my food memories with my parents, it's so heartwarming to hear the similarities and differences in stories that still lead to delicious dumplings!

Guys and gals and nonbinary pals was so unexpected but so very welcome! Signed, a new nonbinary subscriber

jamón tail at 9:42 awesome

@ThreeWarmAndWildEyes

3 ай бұрын

I mentally insert the Jaws sound effect whenever I see the tail lurking

@imnotsure1961

3 ай бұрын

I'M NEW TO THE CHANNEL, HIS NAME IS JAMÓN???? THAT'S ADORABLE 😭😭😭😭😭

@booon-booon

3 ай бұрын

@@imnotsure1961 yes jamón is amazing. If you check out the older videos you'll see shabu shabu as well (rest in peace)

@imnotsure1961

3 ай бұрын

@@booon-booon oh poor thsng, msy shsbu shsbu rest in peace :(

Honestly just love how you throw in accurate scientific jargon in your videos, for that reason alone I'll follow

I really appreciate that each video on this channel includes ample time explaining _why_ we're taking specific steps, along with a high-level explanation of underlying food science. I am learning things that help make me a slightly better cook, instead of memorizing a recipe. Having some more foundational understanding makes experimenting less intimidating, and the failures less frustrating. So thanks, Kenji! You've given some great recipes, and more confidence in the kitchen.

I like to quickly stir fry the cabbage along with other stuff like shredded carrot, green onion, sesame oil and shiitake mushrooms, add some five spice powder, and Sherry , then let cool and add to the pork and whatever else..that way you evaporate the water and concentrate the flavors. I’ve tried adding egg as well..egg doesn’t improve the filling much if at all if you have the proper amount of pork. Good sauce base is half soy, half vinegars..you can sizzle some garlic, ginger, red and black pepper w sesame oil then drop in the soy/vinegar.

I've made this recipe of kenji's before and freeze the leftovers to have any time. I love it. I recommend adding pretty finely grated carrots to the cabbage. Sesame oil inside is really delicious too. One of my favorites of Kenji's even though I can't fold the dumplings for the life of me.

@moodist1er

3 ай бұрын

I use carrots and sesame oil too, and my skins also ride the struggle bus.

@amtra1778

3 ай бұрын

if you like juicy dumplings (soupier), don't' drain the cabbage and add the dipping sauce into the filling itself!

@agentk4332

3 ай бұрын

Try a pirogue press. We make lots of pirogues, and have also used the pirogue press to make pot stickers.

@carolgiffen8203

3 ай бұрын

Yes to the carrots and sesame oil! Yakimandu in Korea.

every once in a while, instead of using just water I'll use left over kimchi juices to steam. I don't know that it makes a huge difference, but I absolutely love the smell

@JKenjiLopezAlt 9:23~ Yes, a potato ricer is a Class 2 lever. Class 1 is a seesaw, Class 3 is your arm. 19:08~ 19:39~ Yep, they're called in Japanese _hane-tsuki gyoza_ (羽根つき餃子, gyoza with feathers/wings).

@nikiTricoteuse

3 ай бұрын

Thanks. Now l'm curious. Why is an arm class 3 please? Is it because of the elbow and shoulder joints?

@MrAqr2598

3 ай бұрын

@@nikiTricoteuse Your shoulder's the fulcrum, your upper arm is where the effort is applied, and your hand is the load.

@nikiTricoteuse

3 ай бұрын

@@MrAqr2598 thank you. 🙂

I've done this twice now and I'm really enjoying it. I stuck to the seven-pleat method and am starting to feel pretty proficient after about 150 dumplings. I found that going very fine with the cabbage was critical to getting an easily-workable filling texture. The thicker of two skin brands I've tried has proven easier to work with overall. For my latest batch, I set up a dumpling station at my desk and pleated while I watched a movie with friends over voice chat.

Kenji consistently seems not only extremely knowledgeable and capable, but like someone who even if you'd have a personality clash or whatever in person, you'd at least respect and like because he has integrity. More to the point of this video, man do I need to make gyoza again. It's been years and maybe my kids will at least try them this time.

@thomaspeterberry

3 ай бұрын

They're just dumplings, if you get this excited about them then good for you.

@Zelmel

3 ай бұрын

@@thomaspeterberry Think before you post. Try not being an ass for no reason.

7 pleats reflect the seven virtues of Budo: jin (benevolence), gi (honor or justice), rei (courtesy and etiquette), chi (wisdom, intelligence), shin (sincerity), chu (loyalty), and koh (piety) Edit: autocorrect originally had it “judo”, updated to “Budo”

I too am someone who makes dumplings very often. I'm an American who has been living in China for 26+ years, married to a Chinese from the northeast part of China where this is a traditional food of this region. We make Jiaozi at home on a very regular basis and they are one of my favorite foods in this world. We normally make our own Jiaozi skins and we often make Pork and Celery, Cabbage, scallions or Leeks. I'm not really a fan of Beef Jiaozi but sometimes we will mix beef and pork together. We've even experimented with minced lamb which has turned out quite nicely. Dipping sauces? I never use Soy sauce. A dark rice Vinegar with a drop of Sesame oil, together with homemade Chilli Oil with Chillis, and minced garlic makes a perfect dumpling dipping sauce. A little chopped cilantro on top is great too.

I like how you show the homely setup of cooking which always has a touch of imperfection. Would also love to have some bloopers at the end.

I respect that he ate a stack before realising he wasn't filming

Mandu wrapping is such a core memory for me. I would visit my mom and on holidays all the women gather and wrap dumplings. Grandma would fry them up as we folded. Now we're all trying to recreate her mandu

When I lived in the Central District in Seattle there were a couple of very tough looking guys who would show up occasionally with meat they'd sell out of the back of their cars. I was pretty broke back then and bought a lot of meat and NEVER asked any questions.

"I think Hamon just farted" Best ending to a great video. 15/10

@rafcalvo5

3 ай бұрын

Jamón*

My sauce for this is 3 parts vinegar, 3 parts sugar, mix until sugar is fully diluted, 1-1.5 parts light soy sauce. Then either finely chopped ginger if you like ginger (you are going to bite into these tiny ginger pieces) or grated ginger using a microplane for a more mellow taste. Make the sauce before wrapping the dumplings to give time for the ginger flavor to really come out. Add a tiny bit of Thai chillies if you can take heat. Also, for extra crispy dumplings, only add like 5 drops of water before covering tight and when you add the water add it on the side where it won’t wet your dumplings. You just want to lightly steam and not wet your dumplings. Too much water will make it difficult to get that crunchy texture, it will end up more chewy. Enjoy! These are my favorite dumplings and that sauce is impossible to get at a restaurant. It’s all about homemade and wrap those dumplings with your family!

@xxPenjoxx

3 ай бұрын

Nice, which kind of vinegar do you use? thanks

@BubbleGumPlant

3 ай бұрын

@@xxPenjoxx just white vinegar but rice vinegar will work just as well.

@xxPenjoxx

3 ай бұрын

@BubbleGumPlant excellent, I have both of those. Thank you, I'll give your ratios a try 👍

Watching you pleat gyoza is just so satisfying.

Yessss! Been excitedly waiting for this video!! Thank you.

It's a good day when Kenji uploads!! Looks delicous as always!

Great video! Ive made gyozas for a while now and they alwasy turn out banging, and i still learned a ton from this video! Salting and straining the cabbage is definitely one im gonna do going forward! Ive definitely noticed mine get too much moisture sometimes! Which usually wasnt a big deal, but especially for freezing them, than they keep way better without excess moisture. Not that they ever last that long anyways 😋

I recently got The Food Lab as a christmas gift and I can honestly say its one of my favorite things to pick up and just start reading. That being said, I look forward to getting The Wok once I've made what I can from your first book. I've been following you for years and have loved every second of it, thank you

@cobyhoff

3 ай бұрын

Hey, me too! Even though I had to outright tell my wife I wanted one of Kenji's cookbooks, she was just very happy to finally have something to buy me for Christmas. I'm tough to buy gifts for, apparently.

thank you for showing folding techniques that are easier! my motor skills are really poor, so i've never tried to make dumplings before because i knew i'd get frustrated, but these look really doable

Love the way Kenji does this stuff.

Thanks for your shows ! I really enjoy your sous vide information

A potato ricer to squeeze the cabbage is genius. Thanks!

the guys gals and nb pals makes me happy. ik it may not seem like much but it means a lot to be included. much love

I JUST MADE SOME YESTERDAY. Thanks for awesome video, always a pleasure to watch and learn new tips!

I like it! Thank you Kenji for showing us another delicious recipe, loved the commentary too! You’re the best! 🙂

The production quality is super great! It's a great mix of impromptu cooking and editing.

Gonna have to do these for super bowl, thanks Kenji! Your books have always been awesome.

Your knowledge of cooking and food science always fascinates me. Your description of proteins and sausage particularly blew my mind! Thank you for always crafting such detailed videos and sharing with us! Also, I love your background stories too!

Kenji, the way you explain your methods is so perfectly executed. I feel as though I cannot possibly fail making a delicious recipe when I am blessed with your guidance.

I made these today and they came out so good. They were legit so easy and so delicious.

I love the scientific perspective and explanations for things, it helps me learn the concepts behind the cooking, incredibly helpful stuff

I love Gyoza so much. Absolutely one of my favorite foods. Thanks for sharing how you make them!

My girlfriend and I enjoy making lumpia and empanadas from scratch. Guess we’ll be adding dumplings to our weekly binge. 😂

At 14:37 there are four completed Gyoza and 14:55 there is only one!

@z3lda808

3 ай бұрын

Continuity?!?! 😂

@cristinafrusi7271

3 ай бұрын

Right? And what did the poor gyoza do to get basically punched ? Ahhah

This is soooo enjoyable and informative that I just watched it 2x and will share it with my husband immediately. Thanks!

Potato ricer to squeeze cabbage (or spinach, etc…) is a great idea! These look amazing. Just need spicy dipping oil 😊

Culinary and vocabulary lesson. Love it

its always a good day when you upload !!

Wow thank you, Kenji!! I made up a freezer batch of these last night before work and cooked some tonight. Had no idea they were this easy to make and now we will keep a freezer stash of them from now on. Thank you for this video!

It looks like dumplings are Jamon's favorite food too! He is usually so timid , but he WENT FOR that potsticker!! Love it. Thanks Kenji! I have always used Chef John's recipe which is similar, but he calls for a LOT of ginger, which I always wondered whether that is traditional or not.

@LotusHearted

3 ай бұрын

My obaa-chan uses quite a bit of ginger in hers. It’s not in ALL gyoza, but it’s far from unheard of.

This was a great video. I have looked at many gyoza making videos, and I anoint you the WINNER. Thanks for the tips.

I never realized how easy it is to make gyoza. Tried it out and will definitely do it again! Thanks for the video!

Using the ricer to squeeze, brilliant!

The knife sound is just amazing

I just recently picked up The Food Lab for an english assignment (somehow?) about education values, societal changes, and differences in opinion. When I was told that cookbooks had, in past years, been effective for students I knew immediately what I was going to read. I may only be into the final pages of kitchen materials, but I already have learned so much from this book. Your books are 100% worth the price.

LOVE using the potato ricer for squeezing out the moisture from the cabbage! Fantastic idea!!!!

Made them today after watching your video yesterday… just fantastic, I’ll never buy pre-made frozen again. Thank you 🙏🏻

Holy crap these were good! Thank you Kenji. Learning to shape the gyoza was a trial, but I got it down after the first 15 or so. The dipping sauce was easy and a great complement. We made them 2 ways, with and without wings. I definitely like the wings best, but I liked it with less starch/flour so the wings are lacier (like he says). This made enough to freeze some, which we'll make up soon as a side to another dinner.

I love your videos man. I first started watching you at the peak of the pandemic, I just had a child, life was so out of control. But watching your videos saved me man. I love gyoza!

the wok is the best book on my shelf, i love trying new things out of it. the thai beef and lime leaf stir fry is a favourite!!

Nice to hear family stories along with the cook process. Remember my childhood. Greetings from 🇧🇷💙🇧🇼💙

I love your videos! Keep up the good work!

Great video Kenji. Dumplings are my favorite food, and Gyoza are my favorite dumplings. I really appreciate the lesson.

Looks easier than I thought they'd be. I will try this delicious recipe!

These videos are the best!

The ending blooper 😂 thank you for including that clip, Kenji!

Kenji talking class 1 vs 2 levers while cooking 😂

Every time you upload I know I'm going to have an excellent time.

My name is Hiroshi and my mother NEVER made dumpings, EVER! But then, my mother isn't Japanese, she's Okinawan.😁 I grew up eating Okinawan as a kid but, I grew older eating Japanese and Chinese food eith Amer junk food. I'm going to try your recipes as ingredients are available to me in our nearby stores. My wife love Asian food, but her cooking is mostly Southern cooking and whatever Asian cooking I showdd her.

I've been waiting for this one!

as always LOVE IT!

Every Kenji book has upped my cooking game like no bodies business

THANK YOU SIR, I cannot wait to try my hand at gyoza. really enjoyed your video and am now a new subscriber.

You’re the best Kenji.

Dude.. I have armchair quarterbacked your show for years.. potato ricer to remove cabbage water.. gold... I make pounds of cabbage at a time.. game changer.. I usually use a salad spinner but think in going to build a deluxe potato ricer for cabbage water extraction!! Whole damn time I'm like, "what's the ricer there for?" 😂😂😂

The potato ricer is a great idea for squeezing the cabbage!

I appreciate that you showed the easy 4 pleat method, because no matter how many times I watch dumpling tutorials, my hands automatically just start doing that one 😄 I think because it's easier for me to control by pinching the center closed first.

I am looking forward to trying this recipe out 🙏

Great video and loved the anecdote about stop sign cooler meats. :D

Thanks Kenji

Really enjoyed the childhood story, could really picture it

Love this thanks

We love Gyozas, I make them often, so delicious.

made these and they were delicious! we also had a blast making them and love having fresh frozen dumplings that we can cook whenever : )

These look delicious ✨Spice rack run through would be great too..... impressive. Thank you

I use my tortilla press for pressing the water out of the cabbage, it works great for rinsed, shredded potatoes for hash browns as well.

Amazing!!! Thank you sir!

Most instructive. Thank you . . .

these look delicious

I am only halfway through your video and I can't believe how great you are

Gonna make this, always wanted to. Gyoza are also my favorite food

I made this last night and just had it for dinner. 10/10 recommend always keeping a bag on hand in the freezer

Thank you; you just saved me a significant step. For some reason, I always thought they needed to be steamed in a basket first then transferred to the skillet for browning (I guess I thought the steaming would lessen the crispiness). This will definitely save some time.

The "I think Jamón just farted" just as the credits start to roll is why I always watch Kenji's videos right until the end.

Awesome, and a vocabulary lesson as well