The Best Way To Cook Steak? | Techniquely with Lan Lam

thanks for watching everyone! i had so much fun making this video. the cold sear is such a solid technique (thanks aj!) and i loved diving into the pro's and con's of the other methods.

Wow! I have been a chef/restaurateur for the past 27 years and this is easily the greatest new technique I’ve seen. Period. I love preparing steaks at home, but you are correct...hood has to be at max power, windows open, yet I STILL smoke up the house! Bottom line...how I do it at the restaurant simply doesn’t translate to the home kitchen. First attempt using THIS method and I’ll never do it any other way. See? You really CAN teach an old dog a new trick! Thank you!

Lan has to have her own channel! So clear, organized, plus I love her calm assured personality.

She's THE BEST from this channel. Clear, eloquent, and scienc-y. Haha I love a good traditional steak but the number of times I've set off my fire alarm and also the amount of cleaning you have to do after (I walk around barefoot and you can feel the steak grease on every surface within an 8ft radius) is 💀. I find cold sear almost like a spit roast, but you do still get a bit of a crust from the pan. And definitely a lot less messy.

It's been said by everyone else, but want to throw my hat in for support of Lan Lam. What a wonderful chef she is. She's well-spoken and makes the video super informative and engaging! Would absolutely love to see more of Lan Lam!

I've never heard better explanations for cooking. This presenter's skills and background knowledge are remarkable. Thank you 🙂

Until I watched this video, I was an ardent cast iron proponent,but I tried a cold sear this evening and, WOW, what a difference. Not only was cleanup so much easier, but the steak was absolutely the best that I have ever produced. I'm convinced!

Lan is the best personality “food presenter” of the hundreds I’ve seen. This cold sear method hits all the buttons, from perfect sear to minimal clean up. Fabulous in every way. Only way to cook a steak. THANK YOU LAN.

This has turned out to be everything that I have ever wanted out of a cooking channel. Nothing silly; just good information and lots of it. ....and so nicely presented as well. Thank you so much.

I've watched a stack of contradicting steak videos - and this would have to be the best I've seen. Terrific explainer, slickly produced... and it actually focuses on the CLEANING aspect! Subscribed. PS: Tried this tonight - Best method yet:)

Lan Lam is such a great coach. Clear and to the point. More please!

I love Lan Lam. Her methods and delivery of the message is easy to follow. I love that she explains the why. Thank you Ms Lam

Love this new format, I hope this becomes a series! Lan Lam is a star!!

This video is pure gold. I'm the average home cook that enjoys a steak cooked pink. Been buying all types of steak from cheap cuts to expensive japanese a5 wagyu ones and cooking them at home for the last decade or so. Cooked them the traditional way and ALWAYS had the problem of the uneven grey outside and pink middle. I tried this method and it has completely changed my life - will definitely use it for the rest of my carnivore years. Only thing I would do different from this video is at the end to blast the heat and get an even sear on all sides of the meat, not just the top and bottom.

This video is so well done, never seen a more articulate, informative, and engaging chef. Thanks Lan!

After this, definitely cold sear from now on. Ms. Lam is so delightful, great teacher, and fun to watch!

Nothing better than hanging out in the kitchen with Lan and learning how to cook better. Love this series.

I really appreciate the overview of the other techniques for cooking a steak! This makes it a great reference to share with others, not just as a how-to

I could look at you and listen to your voice all day! ❤ so much Information and Instruction, I can't wait to see more of your content!!! My favorite chef!!!!

I don't even eat steaks, but Chef Lan is delightful to watch and listen to :) I appreciate dealing with regular home cook pros and cons (like the smoke and cleaning aspect). Great video!