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Alton Brown Cooks Food
Season 1 • Episode 22 • Mega-Wok w/ @bingingwithbabish
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Alton Brown Cooks Food Season 1, Episode 22: Mega-Wok w/ @bingingwithbabish
Babish and I have a chat about the future of food. Replicators? Dehydrated pizza? I introduce him to some interesting options (yea, I just wanted to feed Babs some bugs). OH, and we cook it in my MEGA-WOK. Alton Brown explores sustainable protein alternatives by cooking insect-based fried rice in an experimental, high-heat mega-wok alongside guest Binging with Babish. They discuss the future of global food security while testing whether traditional stir-fry techniques can make unconventional ingredients appealing for a culinary tour. Watch Alton Brown Cooks Food Season 1, Episode 22 Mega-Wok w/ @bingingwithbabish in HD free online. Enjoy high-quality streaming of Alton Brown Cooks Food Season 1, Episode 22 and share your thoughts in the comments below!
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Episodes
22 episodes
The Big Bird
FINALLY reloading the OG Roast Turkey.
15 min
PSL Sweet Potato Pie
Alton Brown crafts a PSL Sweet Potato Pie, exploring the history of pumpkin pie and offering a unique twist. Learn to make a from-scratch pie crust and sweet potato filling infused with pumpkin spice latte flavors. This episode features a detailed guide to baking, including tips and techniques for a perfect result.
11 min
Standing Rib Roast
The standing rib roast. Even if it ain't prime, it's the meat that makes any day a holiday. Alton Brown demonstrates a unique method for cooking a standing rib roast, emphasizing preparation and flavor. The process includes a cheesecloth wrap and a specific seasoning technique. Yorkshire pudding elevates the meal, creating a holiday-worthy centerpiece.
12 min
Gluten Free Sugar Cookies
Because, Santa is intolerant. Alton Brown demonstrates gluten-free sugar cookie creation, adapting a classic recipe. The process involves a unique flour blend and chilling techniques. Baking tips and tricks for achieving optimal texture are also revealed.
11 min
The icing Man Cometh
Because, icing makes literally everything better. Alton Brown makes royal icing from scratch, exploring its history and surprisingly simple ingredients. Learn various application techniques, from piping bags to spatulas, and discover tips for achieving perfect results. Plus, a legal consultation adds unexpected drama!
9 min
Breakfast Noodles
Carbonara for breakfast? YES. Alton Brown cooks up a unique breakfast noodle dish, drawing inspiration from a post-war Italian pasta. Learn a novel breadcrumb-making method and a surprising pasta-cooking technique. Enjoy a Southern twist on a classic, featuring breakfast sausage and Pecorino Romano.
12 min
All The Word's A Soup
The primordial ooze from which all (culinary) life springs. Alton Brown deconstructs soup-making, revealing a flexible formula. Learn to craft a flavorful broth from aromatics, herbs, and liquids. Discover the six key ingredient categories and master the art of soup.
15 min
Loco For Cocoa
Taking our cocoa matters into our own hands. Alton Brown explores the history of hot cocoa, from ancient Mesoamerican beverages to modern mixes. Learn to make homemade hot cocoa mix and perfectly fluffy marshmallows from scratch. The detailed instructions cover toasting milk powder and achieving ideal marshmallow texture.
11 min
Thigh Man
Thunder lizards and high-quality meat pounding. Alton Brown champions the chicken thigh, exploring its versatility. Learn a unique pounding technique to tenderize and maximize surface area for browning. The recipe features mushrooms, capers, and a delightful lemon-butter sauce.
11 min
Gone To The Dogs
Some love for the goodest boys and girls. Alton Brown cooks food for canine companions, exploring the history of dog biscuits. The episode features a recipe using sweet potatoes, oats, and sardines, with a surprising ingredient. Learn about the evolution of dog food and the origins of a classic brand.
11 min
I'll Be Your Daisy
Alton Brown Coo... erm.. MIXES BOOZE! Alton Brown crafts a unique margarita, exploring the history of the "Daisy" cocktail family. Learn to make your own orange liqueur using an immersion circulator for accelerated infusion. The resulting margarita is then expertly mixed and presented.
15 min
Valentine's Day & TMI
Stop stressing. Here is exactly what you are going to do for Valentine's Day this year. Also, are those zip ties in his mouth? Yup. This one has sticky syrup, spatula slapping and cheeky innuendo for days. STRAP IN FOLKS. Mrs. Brown (Elizabeth) neither endorses nor condones AB's mildly unhinged kinkiness herein. Upon viewing this video she simply replied: "Pfffffft, you wish." Alton Brown prepares a decadent French toast Croque Monsieur for Valentine's Day, complete with an orange-thyme syrup. The recipe involves a custard, a unique bread-soaking technique, and a crunchy cornflake crust. Explore the history of Valentine's Day, from Roman emperors to Victorian-era cards.
18 min
Skirt Chasing
One of my very favorite cuts of beef - skirt steak! We're talkin' inside, outside, sous vide, seared, sliced. Heck, even cooked right on the coals. Alton Brown explores various skirt steak cuts, demonstrating their unique qualities. The culinary journey involves both sous vide and grilling techniques, along with flavorful marinades and bruschetta. Learn how to prepare these often-overlooked cuts to create a delicious meal.
27 min
Sloppy Joe Buns
Reclaiming childhood and risking it all for white dress shirts everywhere. Also, it's in its own freakin' bun! Alton Brown explores the surprisingly complex history of the sloppy joe, from Iowa taverns to Havana bars. Learn to make delicious
22 min
Fish Sticks!
6,000 HP diesel engines, sonar, frozen fish bricks and advertising sea captains. How a food we didn't even know we wanted came to be - and a rebooted version of a culinary classic. FISH STICKS! Explore the history behind frozen fish fillets and learn a technique for making a refined, homemade version from scratch. The process covers selecting cod, breading for maximum crispiness, and deep frying to perfection. A unique custard-based dipping sauce is also featured.
20 min
Guga!
Well, there's a first time for everything, right? Who better to have drop by for a hang and a cook than Youtube's very own GUGA! Alton Brown hosts Guga to test unconventional cooking methods using custom-built industrial equipment. Together, they explore high-heat techniques for preparing various meats and vegetables. Witness unique culinary experiments utilizing massive heat guns and rock-and-roll lights to achieve distinct cooking results.
24 min
Slip Slidin' (Sliders!)
Poundin' our meat into something SPECTACULAR.
10 min
Pancakes!
GOOD MORNING! I'm making pancakes. You guys should also ABSOLUTELY make some freakin' pancakes. Learn to create a custom dry mix for reliable, homemade breakfast staples. Discover precise techniques for mixing batter to ensure the fluffiest results every time.
8 min
Bonus Episode! (With @bingingwithbabish)
Recently, I spent some time shooting some REALLY exciting stuff with Babish. Like, epic stuff. You guys are going to have to wait a few weeks for those. In the meantime, here is a little impromptu fun we had. An appetizer to hold you over. Alton Brown welcomes guest Andrew Rea to explore a questionable culinary creation utilizing a vintage panini press. Together, they prepare a unique sandwich while discussing the historical origins of picky eating and childhood food marketing.
8 min
Smoked Fish
Before mankind had mechanical refrigeration, food had to be preserved by other means - dehydration, fermentation, pickling and SMOKING. Discover how to build a functional smoker using simple household items. Learn the necessary preparation steps for trout before applying smoke for flavor.
11 min
Babish!
I decided to visit the @bingingwithbabish lair and play a little game. Everything was super calm and went exactly to plan, obviously. Alton Brown and Andrew Rea engage in a creative culinary challenge involving mystery ingredient baskets. The duo navigates the kitchen, swapping components and negotiating trades to prepare an improvised meal together under a strict time limit.
21 min
Mega-Wok w/ @bingingwithbabish
Babish and I have a chat about the future of food. Replicators? Dehydrated pizza? I introduce him to some interesting options (yea, I just wanted to feed Babs some bugs). OH, and we cook it in my MEGA-WOK. Alton Brown explores sustainable protein alternatives by cooking insect-based fried rice in an experimental, high-heat mega-wok alongside guest Binging with Babish. They discuss the future of global food security while testing whether traditional stir-fry techniques can make unconventional ingredients appealing for a culinary tour.
12 min