Wok Cooking and Induction Stovetops: Is It Possible?
The video examines whether a wok can be used effectively on an induction cooktop, contrasting it with traditional gas burners that provide open flame and direct heat. It explains that gas burners deliver heat everywhere, creating the characteristic smoky “wok‑hei” flavor through direct contact with carbon steel and the ignition of aerosolized oil. Induction, by contrast, heats only the pan’s base, making it hard to achieve that flame‑driven sear and requiring the wok to stay in constant contact with the surface. The presenter advises reducing the classic tossing motion, relying more on a spatula to keep the wok on the hot zone, and suggests a work‑around: stir‑fry in batches, transfer to a sheet pan and finish with a blowtorch to mimic the smoky effect. He also notes lifting the wok to avoid striking the glass surface. For most stir‑fry dishes, induction works fine, but recipes that depend on the high‑heat flare‑up will still need gas or an external torch. This informs chefs and home cooks about equipment trade‑offs and technique adjustments needed to preserve authentic wok flavors.
Southern-Style Vietnamese Chicken Pho
Southern‑style Vietnamese chicken pho blends classic Vietnamese broth with Southern cooking techniques, notably a butter‑enriched stock. The creator walks viewers through simmering chicken bones, aromatics, and a splash of butter to achieve a richer mouthfeel, then finishes with fresh herbs,...
This Easy Lentil Soup Is Just the Beginning | Kenji's Cooking ShowFebruary 25, 2026
Kenji’s latest episode demystifies a basic lentil soup, centering on a lemon‑parsley‑garlic “grimmalada” that doubles as a finishing drizzle and flavor booster. He walks viewers through the prep, from micro‑planing lemon zest to lightly pressing garlic, then coating the aromatics...
New England Meets the Pacific Northwest with This Simple Salmon Chowder | Kenji's Cooking Show
Kenji’s video showcases a simple salmon chowder that blends classic New England techniques with the abundant Pacific Northwest salmon, offering a cost‑effective, family‑friendly dish. He walks viewers through the foundational steps—rendering pancetta (or traditional salt pork), sautéing onions and celery,...