Must Have Tools In The Kitchen!
Summary
TLDRIn this informative video, the host emphasizes the importance of essential kitchen equipment for everyday cooking. They discuss various tools, highlighting the differences between a regular whisk and a balloon whisk, the necessity of a potato ricer for smooth mash, and the utility of a meat pounder. The host also touches on the significance of texture in cooking and the role of these tools in achieving it. Additionally, they cover the importance of having a good set of knives, a proper cutting board, and the right cookware, including stainless steel and cast iron pans. The video concludes with advice on buying quality kitchenware that lasts a lifetime.
Takeaways
- π³ Essential kitchen equipment includes an immersion blender, whisks, potato ricer, and meat pounder.
- π₯ The difference between a regular whisk and a balloon whisk is that the latter is better for incorporating air into mixtures like whipped cream.
- πͺ A chef's knife is the most important tool in the kitchen, used for a variety of cutting tasks.
- β±οΈ A good set of knives includes a chef's knife, boning knife, paring knife, and an offset daily slicer.
- π₯ Measuring cups and a scale are crucial for accurate measurements, especially for recipes that call for specific grams or milliliters.
- π₯£ A variety of pots and pans, including stainless steel, cast iron, and non-stick, are necessary for different cooking methods.
- π³ The importance of a good cast iron skillet, which can last a lifetime with proper care.
- π‘οΈ Thermometers are vital for ensuring the correct temperature for cooking, such as roasts or deep-frying.
- πͺ Investing in quality kitchen equipment is advised as it can last a lifetime with proper use and care.
- π A honing tool is necessary for maintaining the sharpness of knives, though it's not a replacement for proper sharpening.
Q & A
What is the first essential kitchen equipment mentioned in the script?
-The first essential kitchen equipment mentioned is an immersion blender, which is a must-have for making soups and sauces.
What is the difference between a regular whisk and a balloon whisk?
-A regular whisk is used for general mixing, while a balloon whisk is designed to incorporate air into mixtures, making it ideal for whipping egg whites or cream.
Why is a potato ricer recommended over a masher for mashing potatoes?
-A potato ricer is recommended because it produces a smoother, silkier, and buttery texture without even adding butter, as opposed to a masher which may leave the potatoes lumpy.
What is the importance of a meat pounder in the kitchen?
-A meat pounder is important for tenderizing meat, making it more uniform in thickness, and enhancing its flavor by breaking down the fibers.
Why are microplane graters highlighted as essential in the script?
-Microplane graters are highlighted as essential because they provide precision in grating, which is crucial for achieving the right texture and flavor in dishes.
What is the significance of having both a double mesh and a single mesh strainer in the kitchen?
-Having both a double mesh and a single mesh strainer allows for different levels of straining. A double mesh strainer is for very smooth sauces, while a single mesh is for rougher straining where a smoother texture is not a priority.
Why are knives emphasized as one of the most important tools in the kitchen?
-Knives are emphasized as one of the most important tools because they are used in almost every cooking task, and having the right knives can greatly improve efficiency and safety in the kitchen.
What is the recommendation regarding the type of cookware to invest in, according to the script?
-The script recommends investing in stainless steel cookware because it is easy to clean, durable, and does not interfere with the flavor of the food.
Why is it suggested to avoid using a wet towel under a cutting board?
-Using a wet towel under a cutting board is discouraged because moisture can damage the cutting board, especially wooden ones, leading to warping or splitting over time.
What is the purpose of the 'nipples' on the specific cast iron pot mentioned in the script?
-The 'nipples' on the cast iron pot help redistribute moisture evenly across the cooking surface, ensuring even cooking and preventing one area from becoming too wet or dry.
Why are silicone brushes and spatulas recommended over other materials?
-Silicone brushes and spatulas are recommended because they can withstand high heat, are easy to clean, and do not impart any flavors into the food, making them ideal for various cooking applications.
Outlines
π³ Essential Kitchen Equipment
The speaker begins by addressing the audience and highlighting the importance of having essential equipment in the kitchen. They mention that while there are many items available, they will focus on the ones that are most frequently used. The speaker discusses various tools such as an immersion blender for soups and sauces, different types of whisks for various cooking tasks, a potato ricer for smooth mashed potatoes, and a meat pounder for flattening meats. They emphasize the importance of these tools in altering the texture of food, which is crucial for enhancing the dining experience. The speaker also briefly mentions the need for a good set of knives, a honing tool, and the significance of maintaining the quality and sharpness of kitchen knives.
πͺ Essential Kitchen Tools and Utensils
In this segment, the speaker continues to elaborate on the essential tools for a well-equipped kitchen. They discuss the necessity of having a good pair of kitchen scissors, measuring cups for both wet and dry ingredients, and the importance of a precise scale for recipes that require accurate measurements. The speaker also touches on the importance of having a variety of spatulas made of silicone, which can withstand high heat, and the indispensable scraper for a cook's toolkit. They advocate for the use of a large cutting board for ease and enjoyment in cooking, and share tips on how to maintain it properly. The speaker also delves into the types of pots and pans one should have, recommending stainless steel for its durability and flavor neutrality, and discusses the benefits of having a cast iron pan and non-stick cookware for specific cooking tasks.
π΄ Advanced Cooking Tools and Their Uses
The speaker further expands on the advanced cooking tools that can enhance one's cooking experience. They introduce the audience to a silicone brush, which is praised for its versatility in barbecue cooking and its ability to withstand high temperatures. The importance of having a variety of thermometers is emphasized, including an oven thermometer, a probe thermometer for monitoring the internal temperature of meats, and an instant-read thermometer for quick temperature checks of oils and pans. The speaker also suggests investing in quality cookie sheets, some with racks, to prevent food from becoming soggy and to allow for proper air circulation. The paragraph concludes with a reminder to prioritize quality when purchasing kitchen equipment, as it can last a lifetime with proper care.
π Conclusion and Invitation for Further Inquiry
In the final paragraph, the speaker summarizes the key points discussed in the video and reiterates the importance of starting with essential kitchen equipment. They acknowledge that while many items have been covered, there is always more to learn and explore. The speaker invites viewers to ask questions or seek further information if they are interested, promising to respond to comments and provide additional guidance. The video concludes with a thank you note to the viewers for their attention and an expression of hope that they found the video informative and enjoyable.
Mindmap
Keywords
π‘Immersion blender
π‘Balloon whisk
π‘Masher
π‘Meat pounder
π‘Microplane grater
π‘Strainer
π‘Texture
π‘Chef's knife
π‘Cast iron pan
π‘Nonstick cookware
π‘Oven thermometer
Highlights
Essential kitchen equipment includes an immersion blender for soups and sauces.
The difference between a regular whisk and a balloon whisk is explained, with the latter being ideal for whipping air into mixtures.
A potato ricer is recommended for making smooth and silky mashed potatoes without butter.
A meat pounder is a must-have, and a heavy one is preferred for pounding meat.
Microplane graters are important for fine grating tasks, and different graters are needed for citrus and other ingredients.
Strainer mesh types are discussed, with double mesh being suitable for very smooth sauces and single mesh for rougher textures.
The importance of texture in cooking and how the mentioned tools can change it is emphasized.
A honing tool is necessary for maintaining knife sharpness, though it's not a sharpener.
A chef's knife is the most important tool in the kitchen and is used the most frequently.
Five essential knives for a kitchen include a chef's knife, boning knife, paring knife, and two others.
Kitchen shears are important for cutting and are easy to clean.
Measuring cups are necessary for both wet and dry ingredients, and a good scale is important for recipes in grams or milliliters.
Silicone spatulas can withstand high heat and are essential for cooking.
A scraper is a vital tool for cleaning and handling dough on a cutting board.
The size of a cutting board matters, and it's recommended to get the biggest one possible for ease of use.
Stainless steel cookware is recommended over aluminum, with a focus on three-ply or more for durability.
Cast iron pans are praised for their durability and the importance of proper care to prevent rusting is mentioned.
Nonstick cookware is discussed, with a preference for certain brands that do not release harmful fumes.
The importance of silicone brushes for barbecue and their ability to withstand high temperatures is highlighted.
Wooden spoons are recommended for use in pots, and the presenter has a collection that is highly valued.
Thermometers are crucial for accurate cooking, and different types are discussed for various uses.
Cookie sheets are necessary, and it's advised to get ones with racks for even cooking and cooling.
The importance of quality in kitchen equipment is emphasized, as good quality items last a lifetime.
Transcripts
well hello there friends
everybody's been asking me see why do we
buy what do we need in the kitchen well
we need a lot of stuff but
I'm gonna tell you today the essentials
the thing you really really really
should do okay you really should have in
a kitchen so I'm gonna start talking
about the equipment that I use the most
often and you know I got drawers full of
stuff sometimes I use them once a year
sometimes I use them every other year
those you don't need unless you're going
to make something special you know like
a mandolin or some some stuff you don't
you really need it only for certain
things but some of the stuff I'm going
to talk about today you need you could
need it every day you could use it every
day all right friends so let's talk a
little bit about it I got a few right
here on my cutting board I got a an an
immersion blender that's a must my
friends they hear you an immersion
blender that's a must-have for certain
air for soup and sauces and all that and
and whisk look at this what's the
difference in those two
and see how many of you know what's the
difference between this one this one
this is a regular whisk missing whisk
and this is a balloon whisk balloon the
thing of balloon as a pumping air into
things like if you want to make an egg
white you want to make a whipped cream
balloon whisk there you take a quarter
whipped cream you whip it with this and
you take a photography and you're
working with this half the time with
this guy balloon whisk
but that of Masha potato ricer you're
making mashed potato with this instead
of with this ah let me tell you this is
going to be nice and smooth and and
silky and buttery without even putting
the butter now when you put the butter
then oh anyway then it really is by the
way so potato rice very important I like
this one because it's big and plus you
can take it apart you see to wash it
boom you wash it it's very simple so
potatoes might show you all got one of
those I use those when I make a a tomato
sauce and I don't want to puree the
tomato sauce I want to smash the tomato
or The Cranberries or things I use that
a lot also it's the meat pound though
you gotta have a meat boundary I see
everybody ponding with a bottle or
pounding or the Mamma Mia this is like
you know you don't cost nothing and if
you buy one of those make sure it's a
heavy one and and 99 of the time you
don't you only use the flat side when
you're not going to use this this is
good for raccoon or possums you know or
roadkill if you got to use this you know
I don't want to eat it okay no it's so
good we use it for alligators crocodiles
we have alligator in Florida micro plane
graters
really important this tutor is too tight
okay this is a fine one for the Citrus
and there is a coarse one for this
chocolate and and Parmesan oregano and
uh and ginger in the layer and there is
a strainage you know you got double mesh
trainers and single mesh trainers I
don't know if you can see the difference
but this is double messages twinkle a
single mesh very important for uh the
different straining you want a sauce to
be really really smooth you take one of
those and you want to strain things
rough you don't really care about how
smooth it is I don't know why but once
in a while you take a single mesh now I
put those things first friends what do
you think they have in common let me see
how many cooks there is out there what
do you think this have in common the
reason why they're so important friends
because they're gonna change the texture
of things
and remember the texture is a conductor
of lever so very important to
concentrate on texture that's why those
tools are important let's put them aside
because I got so many things more things
to show you my friends so let's put
those sides aside okay I put them here
now let's talk about uh oh this door too
we can take this aside right there and
knife I already made a video on the
right knife to do for philosophy that
didn't see it I'll make a quick okay
this is a honing tool very important to
have it's still it's not a sharpener
it's a honing tool I have still have to
make that video on how to Sharp the
knife and I'm doing it so maybe by the
time we do this video in the next few
weeks after that the video on how to
Sharp the knife is Gonna Come chef's
knife very important this is probably
the most important tools in the kitchen
you use that the most and we have those
back those are fabulous this is a a
it's an amazing knife it replaces the
serrated knife when I did the video on
the knife they didn't have any more so I
didn't talk about it because I didn't
want you to be looking for it but they
got him back this is an offset daily
slice so this is
so many of my friends favorite knife I
give it to them with Christmas gifts and
they go well that knife you gave us is
one of the famous nights I'll absolutely
love it boning knife must have it to
clean chicken to clean beef and and
paring knife so you really five knife
you can do a lot with five nights now I
know I gotta draw food of it and I use a
lot of them but you don't need more than
five nights okay when you become a
really really good cook then you get
more don't forget also friends to get a
scissors a scissors then you can cut
things with and you can wash them you
see they take them apart very important
okay then measuring cups You're gonna
say I got one measuring up this is for
Wet This is for dry very important you
do both of them okay because it's much
easier to use both of them so we're not
going to talk too much about that scale
most important a lot of recipe today are
in grams or milliliters this is going to
help you to do it so a good scale is
very important and this is a quick quick
introduction spatula my friend make sure
you get them not rubber
silicone silicone can take a lot of heat
and one of the most important tool my
friends
scraper
very important you get a scraper okay
you know what I do I keep it right here
and then it's my cutting board you see I
hope the camera can catch it how I do it
let me put this out of here look you see
I put him right here why is it good like
that cutting board get the biggest
cutting board you can get my friends
because it's so much more fun so much
more enjoyable to cook with a big
cutting board and you hear a lot of
people tell you put a wet towel
underneath don't do that don't put a wet
towel underneath your cutting board my
friends you because wet is the enemy of
this guy we don't want to leave water
here at all time you get one of those
guys you see you get those you put in
the bottom of your drawers and you get
those everywhere everywhere everywhere
they cost nothing they come in a roll
you put them in here like this and look
you see look boom boom you see it
doesn't move when you get a cutting
board for instance two sides usually two
recorder a cutting board a flat side and
one of those side the the one with the
with the draining thing this is great
when you're doing a roast when you're
doing a chicken when you got a lot of
juice because if you have one of those
if you do this and you have a lot of
juice you know what juice is going to go
right all over your kitchen however you
come to and this way it'll go right in
that channel over there so it's
important when you get a cutting ball
make sure yeah and then
treat them correctly my friends don't
forget to sanitize them and also don't
forget to put some wood oil in it uh I
forgot the name of it it's a
um I forgot the name I forget things
these days mineral oil
don't be putting some olive oil in there
because a lot of people they put cooking
oil on there oh don't do that mineral
oil okay and you should do it at least
two or three times a year all right and
now friends let's talk about the pots
there's so many parts you can get that
there one recommendation if I may
friends if you're going to buy stainless
steel which you really should have
stainless steel because it's the best
cookware to have is still in steel it
really really is it's easy to clean it's
uh it doesn't interfere with the flavor
of the food aluminum not so good
aluminum I don't like aluminum but let's
not talk about that if you want to get a
part of my friends you want to make sure
you get at least a three-ply those are
seven ply those are
fantastic but three to five ply at least
my friends they know they're more
expensive but they will last you a
lifetime I promise you they will last
you a lifetime this part right there and
you're looking at is at least 25 30
years old they all have 25 30 years old
and and I'm pretty they're brand new
you're going to say how do you keep them
clean you know what I do every time I
clean them every time I use them I clean
and I make sure I'm everywhere and I
Ajax it and an injection or comment
don't worry about it so you're gonna
scratch them big deal if you Squatch
them
they're cooking they're not like uh you
know know they're not a piece of art
you're putting somewhere they're cooking
tools and look after a while they don't
shine anymore but they look really cool
so this is a regular saucepan this is a
reduction saucepan I use it all the time
if you're gonna fold the two of them
fabulous and a good stainless steel fry
pan my friend you gotta get a good
stainless steel fry pan this one's got
to be 35 years old I use it all the time
to cook a steak in it to cook a chicken
and it's fabulous cast iron pan they're
wonderful uh and you can have different
size they're not expensive we're gonna
do a video on how to keep them clean
because if you don't take care of them
properly they're gonna rust on you we'll
do a video on that nonstick cookware a
lot of controversy about nonstick
cookware some people don't like it
because they uh they release some Teflon
stem those are not Teflon I love them uh
it's a brand and I've used it for a long
time it's called wall and uh I think
it's made in Germany I'm not sure I
think it's Germany or Belgium and uh and
they're fabulous so you need a non-stick
you know for your fish for your eggs for
delicate things then then stick usually
to those span so it's up to you but I
like it cast iron oh gosh now you gotta
have a good cast iron friend in this
part you're looking over there it has to
be 40 years old 40 50 years old maybe
and uh and it's a fabulous part they you
can't hurt them you can't hurt them and
again I do the same thing I clean them
with Ajax if they sticks in the bottom
this is not non-stick this is the normal
cast iron more I use it softer it gets
so don't be afraid to scrub them and
scrub them the way the reason why I like
the stop this is stub it's called stop
the brain and the reason why I like
those my friends is because they got
those little nipples right here and you
wonder what are these nipples for they
redistribute the moisture so when you
pick when you're making a stew and
you're cooking it in the oven and you
lift it up you'll see it's all wet in
here it redistribute the moisture evenly
on top of it so it's really important
otherwise all the water or the liquid is
going to be in here and it goes on the
side but this redistributes correctly
it's the only one that has that I
believe the stub so it's a great part if
you got the expensive but the one in
your lifetime purchase okay you buy one
of those you never have to buy them
again what else do we need friends and
like I said
I'm skipping a lot of stuff but this
idea essential if you can't afford them
they're wonderful
silicone brush my friends silicon French
are we okay with a camera here Jack
you're good silicone brush This Is
Amazing by the way this this a few years
ago at the house where a Chicago show
like five six ten years ago I don't
remember they won the gadget of the Year
this is a fabulous brush for barbecue it
picks you up like a quarter cup of sauce
you put in it's wonderful and I I always
buy my brushed silicone when I see
people cooking with a painting brush
mommy those are plastic or nylon or
something so they're gonna melt if you
want a nice little uh after test of an
island in your food or maybe but
otherwise silicone okay five six hundred
degrees don't we know we gotta get
tongue okay and those are the must must
have I love those because they close
like that oops they close there's a
really good tongue wooden spoon I got a
whole collection of wooden spoon they're
great in the bottom of a pot I love them
they're wonderful
um thermometer friends
oh you know I forgot one kind of
thermometer also the oven thermometers
um I forgot to take this one out where
there is the the little box right there
I tell you what I'm gonna do friends I'm
gonna go real quick and I'm gonna go get
it because it's a must for you ever
friends this sister is so important one
and I can't believe I forgot to put it
in you're going to say what do I need
three thermometer for well you don't
really need three thermometer but you
need one of those this is very important
you're doing a roast uh you're doing a
turkey you're doing a chicken you put
this in the chicken just in a roast this
and whatever it is you have uh and and
you tell the the thermometer okay tell
me when it's 120 degrees so I can go do
my business in the house and it'll tell
me at 120 degrees
you check it out and you take it out and
you don't worry about it it's wonderful
I love it and so you put this in a
turkey
or whatever the roast whatever you do is
you put this on the outside and don't
worry about the wine it's made to go in
the oven you put this on the outside of
your oven I say that carefully because
somebody put it in the oven
it's not for the oven this is for the
outside of the oven you'd be surprised
so so we have it right there instant
read thermometer there's many instant
read thermometer okay and as I tell all
the time you know you can buy one of
those for 20 bucks or you can buy a
fancy one for a hundred bucks
and what's the difference between the
two of them this one is faster
so uh I always tell that because it's
true it's faster is it better no I
promise you you hold by you hold both of
them in your hand and you read and you
go wow I'll be surprised exactly the
same rating on both of them you see this
one says 90 this one say 88 I guess it's
not exactly the same but
um I I have to put them at the same
place but this one goes faster three
seconds you get a reading this one a 10
second you get a reading so if you have
an extra three second to say to to spare
you save 70 bucks 80 bucks it's up to
you they both works the same
digital I mean a instant read
thermometer really important you want to
know temperature the oil temperature of
your butter temperature of your pan you
check it out it should be 365 before you
put the oil in there okay right so
digital thermometer very important I
love those they're not expensive and
this brand is fantastic because it reads
the oil temperature not all of them read
through the oil temperature so it's very
important all right another quick thing
and then I'm almost done my friends
cookie sheets need a lot of cookie
sheets I love them you can have them and
also make sure if you're going to get
one one day you got to get one where you
can put a rack on it so you can put the
rack on it so when you when you you take
something out of the oven you don't want
to get saggy in the bottom you put it on
the rack or when you're doing meat when
you're putting your your New York strip
in a refrigerator for overnight so you
get a nice crust the next day you put
them on a rack like this so there's air
then circulate get different size cookie
sheets and then to finish that's it my
friends I know there is a lot more uh
but I wanted to make a quick little
introduction because so many of you have
asked me what do we need in the kitchen
do you need all of it no but start with
a few of them and remember whatever you
buy my friends buy quality they last you
a lifetime I promise you you're buying
an expensive part an expensive white
paint what happened two years later
three years later they walk they touch
they they're not the same quality
they're they don't work the same good
quality pot will last you a lifetime my
friends if you want more information
remember to write a comment and we'll be
happy to answer it thanks for watching
and I hope you enjoy the video
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