Ethan Chlebowski+

This 10 minute Lamb Pita never fails me.

This lamb pita is one of my favorite meals when I want something high-protein, fast, and satisfying. All you need is: - Ground lamb or meat of choice - Salt - Spice of choice (Cumin, aleppo pepper, etc.) - Pita - Hummus - Feta cheese - Pickles or vegetables of choice That’s really it. Mix and match the spices and toppings however you want. The particular version I made came in at 646 calories and 44 g of protein. The exact recipe with measurements is available in the Cook Well app: https://www.cookwell.com/download 🤝

Why Loaded Baked Potatoes (might) change your life.

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I turned a Banh Mi into a high protein rice bowl.

I was in the mood for a banh mi, but wanted to make it in a simpler protein prep weeknight format. Here are the basic components: Marinated Pork - 500 g (~1 lb) pork tenderloin, sliced intro strips - 3 cloves garlic - 15 g soy sauce - 15 g fish sauce - 10 g rice vinegar - 10 g honey or sugar - Pinch of chili flakes Serve with: - Spicy pickled carrots + jalapeno - Cilantro - Cucumber - Sriracha mayo - Jasmine rice The full recipe is also available in the Cook Well app, where you can save it, add everything to your grocery list, and use Let’s Cook mode when you’re ready to make it: https://ww

I Tried To Eat Healthy for $10 a Day

Cook Well is the app we have been building for home cooks. Explore cooking frameworks and recipes, organize grocery lists, and cook more often → https://www.cookwell.com/download LINKS Cutting Boards I use: https://shop.cookwell.com/products/cutting-board Other Kitchen Gear: https://www.cookwell.com/shop 0:00 Intro 1:34 Day 1 12:28 Day 2 19:14 Day 3 27:34 Day 4 36:08 Day 5 40:27 Debrief MISC. DETAILS Includes music by Tom Fox: https://www.tomfox.site/ Filmed on: Sony FX3 & Sony A7C Voice recorded on Shure MV7 Edited in: Premiere Pro

Do you struggle with this?

Chipotle chicken is one of my favorite ways to prep protein for the week that I can use in a bunch of different ways like tacos, sandwiches, rice bowls, salads, or even pasta. HERE'S WHAT YOU NEED: • 1,400 g (3 lb) boneless chicken thighs • 14 g salt (1% by weight) • 60 g chipotles in adobo • A spoonful of cumin • A spoonful of garlic powder • Neutral oil for cooking Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces. Mix with the salt, chipotles, cumin, and garlic powder. Sear over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally. Continue cooking until the excess moisture reduces and the seasoning clings to t

We have slop bowls at home.

Slop Bowl Sunday (Kofta Inspired): https://www.cookwell.com/download Traditional kofta is typically made with seasoned ground meat that's formed into kebabs or meatballs. This version keeps those same warm, savory flavors but turns them into an easy weeknight slop bowl. Beef • Ground beef • Grated onion • Parsley • Cumin • Coriander • Allspice • Salt Yellow Rice • Rice • Chicken bouillon powder • Aleppo pepper • Turmeric • Whole cloves Dill Yogurt Sauce • Greek yogurt • Mayo • Dried dill • Garlic powder • Black pepper • Pickle juice Finish it with whatever crunchy vegetables you have arou

What does Saffron ACTUALLY taste like?

Everybody knows saffron is expensive...but have you ever wondered what it actually tastes like? It turns out saffron is less about one "flavor" and more about three defining qualities: 🟡 Color – Saffron gives dishes their signature golden-yellow color thanks to compounds called crocins. These compounds are water-soluble (but not fat-soluble), which is why most recipes have you steep the threads in warm water before adding them to a dish. 👃 Aroma – Most of saffron's unmistakable smell comes from safranal, along with dozens of other aroma compounds that make it incredibly difficult to repli

Give me 18 minutes and I will completely change how you cook.

Check out the Carbon Steel Griddle + Press along with my other favorite cookware from Made In by using my link - https://madein.cc/0726-ethan Check out the Cook Well app: https://www.cookwell.com/download Scale options: - Scale 1: https://amzn.to/4wOspf5 - Scale 2: https://amzn.to/3REBoAM 0:00 Intro 2:04 Q1 - What should this dish taste like? 8:11 Q2 - What is the water doing? 11:06 Q3 - What temperature(s) do I need? 14:47 Q4 - What do I want this dish to feel like? 16:06 Q5 - Is this dish missing anything? MISC. DETAILS Includes music by Tom Fox: https://www.tomfox.site/ Filmed on: Sony

Is Saffron a scam?

Check out the Cook Well app my team and I have been building → https://www.cookwell.com/download Everyone knows saffron is expensive but beyond that I have 3 big questions I want to answer in this video: 1- What is the flavor of saffron? 2 - Is there a difference between cheap and expensive Saffron? 3 - What is the best way to extract the flavor of saffron? Let's find out. 0:00 Intro 1:09 Check out our Cook Well app! 2:26 What is the flavor of Saffron? 7:13 Taste Test 1: Blooming Saffron 10:34 Why is Saffron so expensive? 14:40 Taste Test 2: Saffron Rice 18:22 How much Saffron should you u

Why I Stopped Using Ribeye for Cheesesteaks

Philly cheesesteak shops use ribeye. Home cooks should probably use prime chuck roast. Ribeye makes a fantastic cheesesteak if you can slice it super thin on a meat slicer, which is why most of the best shops in Philly use it. But for home cooks, prime chuck roast has three big advantages: • Similar marbling and beef flavor • Roughly half the price • Much easier to slice thin with just a knife Freeze it for 30–60 minutes, slice it as thin as possible, and you'll get a cheesesteak that's 95% as good for a fraction of the cost. One caveat: I'd specifically buy prime chuck roast. Choice is u

Does Onion Size Matter?

Does MSG actually make food taste better?

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Why do people like spicy food?

A lot of people love spicy food…but have you ever wondered why? Because technically, spicy isn’t really a taste or smell, it’s a physical reaction. Capsaicin, the compound found in many chili peppers, binds to pain receptors on the lips, tongue, which makes your brain think your mouth is on fire, but it also quickly realizes, we’re actually safe. Uh our mouth is on fire right now…but then it also quickly realizes. Oh we’re actually safe. So eating spicy food becomes this kind of weird controlled stress experience. Your body can start to sweat, the heart rate elevates, but it can also re

Is CAVA a waste of money?

In the United States, CAVA has become one of the most popular places to order food. But the problem is…it’s pretty expensive. I ordered three different bowls and it cost me $46, which got me wondering…. How many CAVA style bowls could I make with a $46 grocery budget and how long would it take including driving, shopping and prep work?

Give me 31 minutes and I'll change the way you cook Vegetables.

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My Favorite Taco from Mexico City.

Is it actually cheaper to cook at home compared to ordering out?

Recipe for the beef: https://www.cookwell.com/recipe/braised-beef-tacos

Why learning how to make Lo Mein changed my life.

🌐 Check out Lo Mein in the Cook Well app: https://www.cookwell.com/download RECIPE LINKS: 🌶️ Spicy Beef Lo Mein: https://www.cookwell.com/recipe/spicy-beef-lo-mein 🦐 Shrimp Lo Mein: https://www.cookwell.com/recipe/classic-shrimp-lo-mein 🐔 Chicken Lo Mein: https://www.cookwell.com/recipe/higher-protein-chicken-lo-mein Sources / Videos Mentioned: - Made with Lau Lo Mein: https://youtu.be/iRxDpjNDt3A?si=edsigSdgayvtHdty - Jason Farmer Lo Mein: https://youtu.be/iRxDpjNDt3A?si=zCBEa2uwyN-u_PJ9 - School of Wok Lo Mein: https://youtu.be/gkVsRBx-QYM?si=f_RqCV6bI9d9ki8n ⏱ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro

Why I Stopped Using Ribeye for Cheesesteaks.

🌐 Check out the Cook Well app: https://www.cookwell.com/download Cheesesteak recipe: https://www.cookwell.com/recipe/cheesesteak OTHER STUFF 🌐 My recipe website ➔ https://www.cookwell.com/ 🍔 The Mouthful Newsletter (free) ➔ https://www.cookwell.com/newsletter 📸 Instagram ➔ Sources / Videos Mentioned: - The #1 Cheesesteak In Philly That Won a Michelin Award: https://youtu.be/aj9cYLcIGLY?si=KrK9hIUzpOZeHnoh - All The Best Philly Cheesesteaks Use This 1 Rare Ingredient: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kPse6Kqx5es - Pat's vs. Geno's! Which Tourist Trap Philly Cheesesteak is Better? https://

Why Grocery Shopping is bleeding you dry.

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12 simple ideas that ACTUALLY improved how I cook.

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