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Using affordable cuts like chuck roast or beef cheeks, he builds flavor with aromatics, chili spices, and tomatoes before a long gentle simmer. The result is fork-tender beef that works as a rice-and-beans plate, taco filling, or quesadilla stuffing.","PT1M7S",true,"RECIPE",{"name":6,"slug":7,"avatar":8},{"id":23,"code":24,"youtubeVideoId":25,"title":26,"description":27,"youtubeDuration":28,"youtubeIsShort":19,"contentType":29,"channel":30},1005113,"20jhxv","DvXLbSlyq5M","Turkey Eggs Cost $3–$4 Each — Here's the Economics Behind Why We Never Eat Them","A quick explainer on why turkey eggs never became a mainstream food despite being edible and reportedly tasty. The video breaks down the key economic and biological reasons — turkeys lay only 1–2 eggs per week versus a chicken's daily output, plus their larger size means higher feed and space costs. A satisfying answer to a question most people have never thought to ask.","PT1M2S","INGREDIENT_GUIDE",{"name":6,"slug":7,"avatar":8},{"id":32,"code":33,"youtubeVideoId":34,"title":35,"description":36,"youtubeDuration":37,"youtubeIsShort":38,"contentType":20,"channel":39},1005099,"3i8qai","8Qhs9H6YFoY","Homemade McDonald's Snack Wrap vs. Delivery: Beat the Clock and the Price Tag","Ethan Chlebowski places a live McDonald's delivery order for a snack wrap, then races to make a homemade version from scratch before it arrives — and finishes with time to spare. He builds a crispy fried chicken wrap with a fresh dill-and-pickle-juice ranch sauce, then does a side-by-side taste test comparing flavor, texture, and cost.","PT30M48S",false,{"name":6,"slug":7,"avatar":8},{"id":41,"code":42,"youtubeVideoId":43,"title":44,"description":45,"youtubeDuration":46,"youtubeIsShort":38,"contentType":20,"channel":47},1005129,"3rtm9n","fH961GuFnUQ","Taco Bell Meets Middle Eastern Flavors: Za'atar Beef Tacos with Hummus and Sumac Tomato Salad","Ethan Chlebowski riffs on a Taco Bell-style taco by swapping in Middle Eastern seasonings — za'atar-spiced ground beef, a dill and sumac cherry tomato salad, hummus instead of sour cream, and crumbled feta, all wrapped in a toasted whole wheat tortilla. A fridge-cleanout recipe that doubles as a lesson on how cuisines share the same fundamental building blocks. Perfect for a quick, flavorful weeknight meal.","PT15M40S",{"name":6,"slug":7,"avatar":8},{"id":49,"code":50,"youtubeVideoId":51,"title":52,"description":53,"youtubeDuration":54,"youtubeIsShort":38,"contentType":55,"channel":56},1005118,"faqv34","srVWDlwnZx4","How Making Pesto Without Measuring Teaches You What Every Ingredient Actually Does","Ethan Chlebowski breaks down pesto into five flavor categories — herbs, fat, cheese, nuts, and aromatics — and makes it live without measuring anything. By tasting at each stage, he demonstrates how each ingredient contributes to the final sauce and teaches a framework for intuitive cooking. Great for anyone who wants to move beyond recipe-following and actually understand how food works.","PT12M41S","TECHNIQUE_AND_TIPS",{"name":6,"slug":7,"avatar":8},{"id":58,"code":59,"youtubeVideoId":60,"title":61,"description":62,"youtubeDuration":63,"youtubeIsShort":38,"contentType":20,"channel":64},1005153,"eu9vwj","Ca0rj8R9D24","Za'atar Beef Kebabs With Yellow Rice and Egyptian Baladi Salad — A Complete Weeknight Meal Prep System","Ethan Chlebowski walks through prepping three components — turmeric-and-bouillon yellow rice, a chunky Egyptian-inspired baladi salad with Aleppo pepper and cumin, and za'atar-spiced ground beef kebabs — that can be made separately throughout the day and assembled later. He also shares a simple dill-mayo-yogurt white sauce and emphasizes the lifestyle habit of cooking in gaps rather than waiting until you're hungry.","PT25M27S",{"name":6,"slug":7,"avatar":8},{"id":66,"code":67,"youtubeVideoId":68,"title":69,"description":70,"youtubeDuration":71,"youtubeIsShort":38,"contentType":55,"channel":72},1005167,"wcc1x2","Rko-3DgxKBg","The 'Food Constraint' Method: Why Sausage Is the Ultimate Weeknight Cheat Code","Ethan Chlebowski demonstrates a flexible, recipe-free approach to weeknight cooking using sausage as the base ingredient — both store-bought chorizo and a homemade Argentine-inspired version made with ground pork, garlic, paprika, and nutmeg. The video walks through building a quick rice bowl while making the case for 'food constraint cooking,' where stocking your freezer with versatile proteins drives creativity instead of rigid recipes.","PT28M40S",{"name":6,"slug":7,"avatar":8},{"id":74,"code":75,"youtubeVideoId":76,"title":77,"description":78,"youtubeDuration":79,"youtubeIsShort":38,"contentType":20,"channel":80},1005098,"vz2ky3","TdcqnUTu7Tg","The Two-Can Tuna Trick That Makes Deli-Style Tuna Salad at Home","Ethan Chlebowski breaks down why blending solid albacore and chunk light skipjack tuna creates the ideal flavor balance for tuna salad — enough fishiness to taste authentic, but mild enough to let aromatics shine. He walks through a four-component tuna salad framework and turns the result into a classic tuna melt, sharing tips on fine-chopping aromatics, mayo ratios, and why resting overnight makes a big difference.","PT17M53S",{"name":6,"slug":7,"avatar":8},{"id":82,"code":83,"youtubeVideoId":84,"title":85,"description":86,"youtubeDuration":87,"youtubeIsShort":38,"contentType":20,"channel":88},1005145,"u56duu","mqoIrVqRp5w","How Ethan Chlebowski Uses Leftover Rice and Fridge Scraps to Make a High-Protein Chicken Fried Rice","Ethan Chlebowski walks through a practical, lower-calorie chicken fried rice built from fridge leftovers — including glutinous sticky rice from a previous video. He shares key home-cook techniques like batch cooking for moisture control, letting ingredients toast rather than constantly stirring, and seasoning layers with soy sauce, white pepper, sesame oil, and Shaoxing wine.","PT23M41S",{"name":6,"slug":7,"avatar":8},{"id":90,"code":91,"youtubeVideoId":92,"title":93,"description":94,"youtubeDuration":95,"youtubeIsShort":38,"contentType":20,"channel":96},1005171,"m38sl7","68i6FNmGfg4","Cheesy Chicken Thigh Flatbread with Creamy Chipotle Greek Yogurt Dipping Sauce in Under 10 Minutes","Ethan Chlebowski whips up a quick chicken cheddar flatbread using cumin-crusted chicken thighs, melted cheddar on toasted low-calorie flatbreads, and a creamy chipotle-spiked Greek yogurt dipping sauce — all in under 10 minutes. The video doubles as a case for flexible, ingredient-first cooking over strict recipe-following. A satisfying meal that feels indulgent but keeps the macros in check.","PT17M42S",{"name":6,"slug":7,"avatar":8},{"id":98,"code":99,"youtubeVideoId":100,"title":101,"description":102,"youtubeDuration":103,"youtubeIsShort":19,"contentType":104,"channel":105},1005125,"26in7o","PbZ4_2RSRfI","Why Restaurant Wok Hei Is Almost Impossible to Recreate at Home","Ethan Chlebowski breaks down the science behind 'wok hei' — the smoky, charred flavor that makes restaurant Thai and Chinese stir-fry taste better than homemade. The video explains how commercial burners ignite and vaporize oil molecules, driving the Maillard reaction and caramelization at intensities a home stove simply can't match.","PT17S","FOOD_SCIENCE",{"name":6,"slug":7,"avatar":8},{"id":107,"code":108,"youtubeVideoId":109,"title":110,"description":111,"youtubeDuration":112,"youtubeIsShort":38,"contentType":20,"channel":113},1005150,"0t8be5","ISKPtCUT0lU","Cumin-Coriander Chicken Thighs Make This Chipotle-Style Burrito Better Than the Real Thing","Ethan Chlebowski builds a massive Chipotle-style burrito in under 20 minutes using heavily seasoned chicken thighs, jalapeño lime black beans, pickled onions, and salsa verde. He shares his go-to cumin-coriander-chili spice blend and tips on getting a deep sear on chicken thighs. A great weeknight meal-prep option that scales easily for multiple servings.","PT20M12S",{"name":6,"slug":7,"avatar":8},{"id":115,"code":116,"youtubeVideoId":117,"title":118,"description":119,"youtubeDuration":120,"youtubeIsShort":38,"contentType":20,"channel":121},1005157,"u3eaqt","UgJZr84eVDo","Ginger-Garlic Paste Technique Turns a Flat Iron Steak Into an 11-Minute Rice Bowl","Ethan Chlebowski shows how to make a fast, high-protein steak and rice bowl using a homemade ginger-garlic paste, thinly sliced flat iron steak, and a touch of hoisin sauce for sweetness. The video highlights a simple mortar-and-pestle technique for building bold aromatics in minutes. Perfect for post-workout meals or quick weeknight dinners.","PT11M36S",{"name":6,"slug":7,"avatar":8},{"id":123,"code":124,"youtubeVideoId":125,"title":126,"description":127,"youtubeDuration":128,"youtubeIsShort":38,"contentType":55,"channel":129},1005139,"mw8wmm","eYabB119OvY","The 6-Component Framework for Building a Deli-Quality Italian Hoagie at Home","Ethan Chlebowski breaks down his systematic approach to assembling a great Italian hoagie using six key components: bread, condiments, meats, cheese, seasoned vegetables, and wrapping technique. He builds two side-by-side variations — a classic and a spicy cherry pepper version — explaining the reasoning behind every choice, from creating a mayo moisture barrier to the 2:1 ham-to-cured-meat ratio. A must-watch for anyone who wants to replicate true deli-style sandwiches at home.","PT20M29S",{"name":6,"slug":7,"avatar":8},{"id":131,"code":132,"youtubeVideoId":133,"title":134,"description":135,"youtubeDuration":136,"youtubeIsShort":19,"contentType":104,"channel":137},1005110,"f2wyb8","mbStAd_aYP8","The Food Science and Psychology Behind Why Pineapple on Pizza Actually Works","Ethan Chlebowski dives into the food science and psychology explaining why pineapple on pizza has devoted fans. He breaks down how sweet-sour contrast, color appeal, and cultural nostalgia all contribute to the topping's popularity. A fun, bite-sized exploration of flavor perception and human behavior around food.","PT1M24S",{"name":6,"slug":7,"avatar":8},{"id":139,"code":140,"youtubeVideoId":141,"title":142,"description":143,"youtubeDuration":144,"youtubeIsShort":38,"contentType":20,"channel":145},1005141,"7y8rm4","yiqjzJA_VKo","How Ethan Chlebowski Builds a High-Protein Southwest Chicken Rice Bowl with Smoky Ancho Ranch","Ethan Chlebowski assembles a high-protein southwest chicken grain bowl using batch-cooked blackened chicken, leftover brown rice, and fresh vegetables like avocado and red bell pepper. Highlights include a quick coriander-spiced corn with queso fresco and a homemade smoky ancho-morita ranch dressing. It's a practical, mix-and-match meal built around using up fridge staples.","PT13M34S",{"name":6,"slug":7,"avatar":8},{"id":147,"code":148,"youtubeVideoId":149,"title":150,"description":151,"youtubeDuration":152,"youtubeIsShort":38,"contentType":20,"channel":153},1005144,"wic8tt","N4O3Yfh39uU","The 4-Component Pita Formula Ethan Made 5 Times in One Week","Ethan Chlebowski breaks down his go-to high-protein pita framework built around seasoned cumin beef, hummus, feta, and pickles — all done in 15 minutes. The video emphasizes customization (swap any protein, hummus flavor, or pickle) and teaches a practical lesson about using a single spice to truly understand flavor. Perfect for anyone wanting a fast, satisfying, macro-friendly meal.","PT16M12S",{"name":6,"slug":7,"avatar":8},{"id":155,"code":156,"youtubeVideoId":157,"title":158,"description":159,"youtubeDuration":160,"youtubeIsShort":38,"contentType":20,"channel":161},1005152,"45md3h","YtbQ1IkvMA4","How to Make Costras: The Mexico City Cheese-Crust Tacos You Can Fill With Anything","Ethan Chlebowski recreates costras — crispy cheese-crust tacos he discovered traveling in Mexico City — stuffed with roasted poblano and shredded chicken. The video covers cheese selection, the technique for getting a golden crust in a nonstick or carbon steel pan, and how versatile the format is for any filling.","PT11M52S",{"name":6,"slug":7,"avatar":8},{"id":163,"code":164,"youtubeVideoId":165,"title":166,"description":167,"youtubeDuration":168,"youtubeIsShort":38,"contentType":20,"channel":169},1005162,"p3ijdr","4-1lKesn7Q0","How Ethan Uses Greek Yogurt and Calabrian Chilies to Build a High-Protein Caesar Wrap in 15 Minutes","Ethan Chlebowski makes a spicy Caesar chicken wrap using pre-cooked black pepper chicken breast, shaved Brussels sprouts, grated carrot, and a lightened-up Caesar dressing made with Greek yogurt, mayo, sardines, and Calabrian chilies. The video emphasizes meal prep strategy — making wraps hours ahead to avoid ordering takeout when hunger strikes. A practical, high-protein lunch idea for busy days.","PT18M31S",{"name":6,"slug":7,"avatar":8},{"id":171,"code":172,"youtubeVideoId":173,"title":174,"description":175,"youtubeDuration":176,"youtubeIsShort":19,"contentType":29,"channel":177},1005115,"6mhgkh","rJDtGzoHrWY","The Only Two Differences Between Butter Chicken and Tikka Masala, Revealed at a Real Restaurant","Ethan Chlebowski visits a local Indian takeout spot (Yak & Yeti in Colorado) to uncover what actually separates Tikka Masala from Butter Chicken. Spoiler: it comes down to just two tweaks — the cut of chicken and a finishing knob of clarified butter. A fast, eye-opening breakdown for anyone who's ever wondered about these two iconic dishes.","PT58S",{"name":6,"slug":7,"avatar":8},{"id":179,"code":180,"youtubeVideoId":181,"title":182,"description":183,"youtubeDuration":184,"youtubeIsShort":19,"contentType":104,"channel":185},1005123,"agao0t","GET-3VWjtI4","The Yogurt Doom Cycle: Why Tossing That Watery Liquid Makes Separation Worse","This short explains what the liquid that pools on top of yogurt actually is (whey proteins and water), why you should always stir it back in instead of dumping it, and a simple leveling trick to prevent separation in the first place. Perfect for anyone who's ever wondered about yogurt science.","PT1M16S",{"name":6,"slug":7,"avatar":8},{"id":187,"code":188,"youtubeVideoId":189,"title":190,"description":191,"youtubeDuration":192,"youtubeIsShort":38,"contentType":20,"channel":193},1005172,"ae00qi","ovsOgCta4Xs","Oklahoma-Style Smash Technique Applied to Italian Sausage Makes a Surprisingly Great Hoagie","Ethan Chlebowski turns freezer staples — Italian sausage, hoagie rolls, jarred pasta sauce, and provolone — into a smashed sausage sandwich inspired by Oklahoma onion smash burgers. The video highlights a quick, low-effort weeknight cooking approach and includes a clever tip of mixing Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes directly into melting cheese for extra flavor.","PT14M18S",{"name":6,"slug":7,"avatar":8},{"id":195,"code":196,"youtubeVideoId":197,"title":198,"description":199,"youtubeDuration":200,"youtubeIsShort":38,"contentType":20,"channel":201},1002556,"vx2axf","fymYCTcXlyg","65g of Protein in 15 Minutes: The Quesabirria-Inspired Dipping Taco Hack","Ethan Chlebowski shows how to make crispy dipping tacos inspired by quesabirria in just 15 minutes, with an impressive 65g of protein per plate. The video covers a three-level spicy dipping broth, a four-step seasoned ground beef method using a potato masher for perfect texture, and assembly with melted cheese and corn tortillas. A great watch for anyone wanting high-protein, flavor-packed weeknight meals without an all-day cook.","PT7M47S",{"name":6,"slug":7,"avatar":8},{"id":203,"code":204,"youtubeVideoId":205,"title":206,"description":207,"youtubeDuration":208,"youtubeIsShort":19,"contentType":20,"channel":209},1005094,"dkjof0","gYPLyq9Lbu0","270-Calorie Butter Chicken Wraps With 23g Protein (No Heavy Cream)","Ethan Chlebowski reinvents butter chicken as a lighter, high-protein snack wrap by swapping heavy cream for yogurt and controlling portions. Each mini lavash wrap clocks in at 270 calories and 23g of protein — rivaling most protein bars. A practical recipe for anyone who loves Indian flavors but wants a macro-friendly option.","PT35S",{"name":6,"slug":7,"avatar":8},{"id":211,"code":212,"youtubeVideoId":213,"title":214,"description":215,"youtubeDuration":216,"youtubeIsShort":38,"contentType":20,"channel":217},1005135,"xpr7gr","i8jNXYrLTlQ","Poblano & Shallot Chopped Cheese on a Cheddar Jalapeño Roll — Fridge Cleanout Done Right","Ethan Chlebowski builds a customized chopped cheese using roasted poblano, shallot, 85\u002F15 ground beef, American cheese, and a leftover dill sauce on a cheddar jalapeño roll. The video highlights how versatile the chopped cheese blueprint can be with whatever ingredients you have on hand. Great watch for fans of smash-burger-style technique applied to a New York deli classic.","PT11M18S",{"name":6,"slug":7,"avatar":8},{"id":219,"code":220,"youtubeVideoId":221,"title":222,"description":223,"youtubeDuration":224,"youtubeIsShort":38,"contentType":20,"channel":225},1005165,"7gjirr","1hp8rsnLRiM","How a 3-Ingredient Argentinian Street Sandwich Became Ethan's Favorite Meal to Freeze and Reheat","Ethan Chlebowski breaks down Choripán — the classic Argentine street sandwich of crusty bread, chorizo, and chimichurri — and shows how freezing portioned sausage patties makes it a genuinely fast weeknight meal. He shares his loose-chorizo approach as a home-cook-friendly alternative to traditional link sausage, plus a flexible chimichurri blueprint using whatever fresh herbs you have on hand.","PT9M56S",{"name":6,"slug":7,"avatar":8},{"id":227,"code":228,"youtubeVideoId":229,"title":230,"description":231,"youtubeDuration":232,"youtubeIsShort":38,"contentType":20,"channel":233},1005159,"eia5b3","qEAhOHevGPk","The Stuffing Loaf Trick Ethan's Grandma Used Every Thanksgiving (And Why He Still Makes It)","Ethan Chlebowski shares his late grandmother's classic Thanksgiving stuffing recipe, featuring a unique technique of forming the stuffing into a sliceable loaf instead of a casserole. Made with potato bread, a full stick of butter, sautéed aromatics, and an egg-milk binder, it's a simple make-ahead dish that also doubles as the ultimate next-day turkey sandwich filling.","PT20M36S",{"name":6,"slug":7,"avatar":8},{"id":235,"code":236,"youtubeVideoId":237,"title":238,"description":239,"youtubeDuration":240,"youtubeIsShort":38,"contentType":20,"channel":241},1005142,"yjil9t","t9Uew7Ol2M4","Why Ethan Chlebowski Pulls Chicken at 155°F — And How It Makes This Black Pepper Sandwich Juicy","Ethan Chlebowski walks through his go-to black pepper crusted chicken breast method, inspired by brisket-style pepper crust techniques, then builds a 500-calorie sandwich with bacon and a quick dill-mayo-Greek yogurt sauce. The video also covers practical meal prep habits like cooking multiple chicken breasts with different seasonings at the same time.","PT16M24S",{"name":6,"slug":7,"avatar":8},{"id":243,"code":244,"youtubeVideoId":245,"title":246,"description":247,"youtubeDuration":248,"youtubeIsShort":19,"contentType":104,"channel":249},1005119,"9otr4l","tNTFcQmPwWc","The 6 Ways Latte Art Actually Changes How Your Coffee Tastes","Ethan Chlebowski explores whether latte art is purely aesthetic or genuinely affects flavor. He breaks down the six dimensions of flavor perception — from microfoam texture and heat retention to visual contrast and input bias — arguing that a beautifully poured latte may actually taste better in real-world settings.","PT1M42S",{"name":6,"slug":7,"avatar":8},{"id":251,"code":252,"youtubeVideoId":253,"title":254,"description":255,"youtubeDuration":256,"youtubeIsShort":38,"contentType":20,"channel":257},1005184,"vlroei","wejvM9rQ6ds","How a Blowtorch and Hot Sauce Chicken Turn Leftover Rotisserie Into High-Protein Nachos","Ethan Chlebowski walks through his go-to lazy weeknight nachos using leftover rotisserie or smoked chicken, tortilla chips, colby jack, and fresh toppings. The video emphasizes keeping macros in check — weighing chips, cheese, and sour cream — while still delivering a satisfying nacho experience that blurs the line between nachos and taco salad. A blowtorch finish adds some fun flair to an otherwise minimal-effort meal.","PT14M9S",{"name":6,"slug":7,"avatar":8},{"id":259,"code":260,"youtubeVideoId":261,"title":262,"description":263,"youtubeDuration":264,"youtubeIsShort":38,"contentType":20,"channel":265},1002553,"66t0aj","WtuHxBQSi-g","Spicy Chicken & Yellow Rice Bowl (Rice Cooker Lazy Meal)","A quick, flavor-packed spicy chicken and yellow rice bowl that comes together in about 20 minutes using a rice cooker. Ethan breaks down how to build aromatic rice with turmeric, clove, and Aleppo pepper, cube and sear chicken fast, and finish with a creamy lemon-dill sauce. Perfect for lazy weeknights with great leftovers.","PT5M15S",{"name":6,"slug":7,"avatar":8},{"id":267,"code":268,"youtubeVideoId":269,"title":270,"description":271,"youtubeDuration":272,"youtubeIsShort":38,"contentType":20,"channel":273},1005183,"dhp4mm","awMeduqTbfs","Blind Taste Test: Shallot vs. White Onion in the Oklahoma Smash Burger","Ethan Chlebowski goes head-to-head in a blind taste test comparing the classic Oklahoma onion smash burger against a shallot-fried version. Using identical weights of each allium, he explores how shallots' lower water content and more concentrated flavor change the final burger. The shallot ultimately wins on flavor, though white onion edges it out on texture.","PT19M48S",{"name":6,"slug":7,"avatar":8},{"id":275,"code":276,"youtubeVideoId":277,"title":278,"description":279,"youtubeDuration":272,"youtubeIsShort":38,"contentType":20,"channel":280},1005177,"9qbvt6","EK1zKFCyH4I","Harissa Bison Meatballs: The Easiest High-Protein Meal Prep Bowl You'll Actually Make","Ethan Chlebowski walks through making spicy harissa garlic bison meatballs from scratch — seasoned simply with 1% salt, harissa paste, and rough-chopped garlic — then serves them as a rice bowl with a quick yogurt herb sauce, pickled beets, tomato, and lettuce. The recipe is designed to scale up for weekly meal prep, with meatballs flexible enough to use in pitas, pasta, or salads throughout the week.",{"name":6,"slug":7,"avatar":8},{"id":282,"code":283,"youtubeVideoId":284,"title":285,"description":286,"youtubeDuration":287,"youtubeIsShort":38,"contentType":20,"channel":288},1005178,"g6iraj","ltp6asACcNk","The Fridge-Ready Pesto Pasta Ethan Chlebowski Makes Every Summer for Easy Weeknight Meals","Ethan Chlebowski breaks down his go-to summer meal prep strategy: making a big batch of blender pesto pasta to keep in the fridge and mix with whatever's on hand — grilled chicken, roasted tomatoes, veggies. The video covers pesto ratios, pasta shape selection, and the honest chaos of real home cooking.","PT29M38S",{"name":6,"slug":7,"avatar":8},{"id":290,"code":291,"youtubeVideoId":292,"title":293,"description":294,"youtubeDuration":295,"youtubeIsShort":38,"contentType":20,"channel":296},1005179,"nn0go8","JY0p6uExveQ","Make-Ahead Chicken Guac Bowl With Roasted Corn Salsa and Loaded Chip Bites","Ethan Chlebowski builds a high-protein chicken guacamole bowl from scratch, walking through a smoked paprika-seared chicken breast, charred corn salsa with cilantro stems, and a simple garlic-lime avocado mash. The video emphasizes meal-prep efficiency and finishes with the loaded tortilla chip bite technique that makes every mouthful worth it.","PT23M42S",{"name":6,"slug":7,"avatar":8},{"id":298,"code":299,"youtubeVideoId":300,"title":301,"description":302,"youtubeDuration":303,"youtubeIsShort":38,"contentType":20,"channel":304},1005175,"szca1n","k0jB3THVnCU","Why Thin, Ultra-Crispy Bacon and Heirloom Tomatoes Make This 4-Ingredient Cream Cheese Sandwich Better Than a BLT","Ethan Chlebowski breaks down his current summer obsession: a BCT (bacon, cream cheese, tomato) English muffin sandwich made with just four high-quality ingredients. He emphasizes the importance of thin, oven-crisped bacon, a bakery-quality English muffin, tangy cream cheese, and a thick slice of ripe heirloom tomato — plus the specific layering order that makes it all work. A fast, nearly effortless recipe best enjoyed while summer tomatoes are at their peak.","PT7M34S",{"name":6,"slug":7,"avatar":8},{"id":306,"code":307,"youtubeVideoId":308,"title":309,"description":310,"youtubeDuration":311,"youtubeIsShort":38,"contentType":20,"channel":312},1005187,"h5slsj","64f-xbmcQxo","10-Minute Smashed Lamb Pita with Za'atar, Harissa & Hummus","Ethan Chlebowski smashes seasoned ground lamb onto a griddle, tops it with za'atar and harissa, then layers it into a pita with hummus, Greek yogurt, fresh veggies, and a squeeze of lemon. The whole meal comes together in under 15 minutes and packs around 40–50 grams of protein. A great weeknight alternative to a smash burger.","PT14M8S",{"name":6,"slug":7,"avatar":8},{"id":314,"code":315,"youtubeVideoId":316,"title":317,"description":318,"youtubeDuration":319,"youtubeIsShort":38,"contentType":20,"channel":320},1005174,"w2flrl","A3gQuYPvL1Y","4-Component Harissa Elk Wrap With 25g Protein Per Serving in Under 10 Minutes","Ethan Chlebowski breaks down a fast, high-protein harissa and cumin-spiced ground elk wrap built from just four components: seasoned ground meat, lavash bread, pickled cabbage, and a dill Greek yogurt sauce. The video emphasizes flexibility — swap any ground meat, spice blend, or pickled item you have on hand. Perfect for anyone looking for a quick, macro-friendly lunch that still feels indulgent.","PT9M32S",{"name":6,"slug":7,"avatar":8},{"id":322,"code":323,"youtubeVideoId":324,"title":325,"description":326,"youtubeDuration":327,"youtubeIsShort":38,"contentType":20,"channel":328},1002555,"bakqrg","zEYjl6etZ8o","Aleppo Pepper Cumin Lamb Pita Wrap With Fries Inside — Under 20 Minutes and Under 800 Calories","Ethan Chlebowski breaks down his go-to post-workout pita wrap: spiced ground lamb with Aleppo pepper and cumin, a cooling lemon-garlic-oregano Greek yogurt sauce, and crispy French fries tucked inside. He explains why Aleppo pepper delivers a slower, fruitier heat than red pepper flakes, and walks through macro-conscious substitutions that keep the full wrap at 48g of protein without sacrificing flavor.","PT7M57S",{"name":6,"slug":7,"avatar":8},{"id":330,"code":331,"youtubeVideoId":332,"title":333,"description":334,"youtubeDuration":335,"youtubeIsShort":38,"contentType":336,"channel":337},1005176,"9kqivf","WGWbdxbxhxk","Blind Taste Test: Can Taco Seasoning Hide the Difference Between Impossible Beef and Real Ground Beef?","Ethan Chlebowski runs a two-round blind taste test — plain and fully seasoned in a homemade Cheesy Gordita Crunch — to find out if Impossible ground beef can pass for real ground beef. He breaks down key differences in texture, aroma, juiciness, and that lingering 'grassy roasty' flavor that gives Impossible beef away even when loaded with spices and toppings.","PT26M46S","TASTE_TEST",{"name":6,"slug":7,"avatar":8},{"id":339,"code":340,"youtubeVideoId":341,"title":342,"description":343,"youtubeDuration":120,"youtubeIsShort":38,"contentType":20,"channel":344},1005180,"xcv85r","gQllY45Kllk","10-Minute Hot Honey Buffalo Grilled Chicken Sandwich with a 3-Ingredient Sauce","Ethan Chlebowski makes a hot honey buffalo grilled chicken sandwich from start to finish in under 10 minutes. He uses pre-salted chicken breasts and a simple 3-ingredient sauce (hot sauce, mayo, and hot honey) for a lighter, non-fried alternative to classic buffalo sandwiches. A great high-protein lunch option that's easy to meal prep and scale.",{"name":6,"slug":7,"avatar":8},{"id":346,"code":347,"youtubeVideoId":348,"title":349,"description":350,"youtubeDuration":351,"youtubeIsShort":38,"contentType":20,"channel":352},1005182,"p0xxjl","GZibD1qZjr8","How a Mayo Marinade Transforms Thinly Sliced Chicken Into a Spicy Italian Sandwich in 10 Minutes","Ethan Chlebowski makes a Spicy Italian Chicken Sandwich inspired by a childhood favorite — sliced chicken cooked in a mayo-based spice marinade with cayenne, garlic, and oregano, piled onto ciabatta with lettuce, tomato, banana peppers, parmesan, and balsamic. The mayo marinade technique keeps the chicken moist and flavorful while cutting cook time down to just 3 minutes. A solid weeknight lunch or dinner that's easy to meal prep ahead.","PT18M20S",{"name":6,"slug":7,"avatar":8},{"id":354,"code":355,"youtubeVideoId":356,"title":357,"description":358,"youtubeDuration":359,"youtubeIsShort":38,"contentType":55,"channel":360},1005181,"52naej","jg_0rADAtOE","The Slice-Salt-Sear Protocol That Turns One Chicken Breast Into Endless Meals","Ethan Chlebowski walks through his weekly 'infinite healthy meals' protocol — slicing, salting, and searing a single chicken breast as a flexible base for any dish. He demonstrates two completely different meals (a chicken torta and a pasta salad) to show how one technique can branch into countless directions. The focus is on adaptable cooking methods over rigid recipes.","PT31M10S",{"name":6,"slug":7,"avatar":8},{"id":362,"code":363,"youtubeVideoId":364,"title":365,"description":366,"youtubeDuration":367,"youtubeIsShort":38,"contentType":20,"channel":368},1005186,"71dbdv","SIMEv39v5jU","Soft-Crunchy-Soft: The Texture Secret Behind Austin's Best Migas Breakfast Taco","Ethan Chlebowski breaks down migas — Austin's beloved one-skillet breakfast taco — in under 15 minutes using chorizo, scrambled eggs, crispy tortilla strips, and fresh aromatics. He explains why the crunchy-to-soggy ratio is everything and shares tips on building the perfect bite at home rather than settling for pre-made soggy versions.","PT16M45S",{"name":6,"slug":7,"avatar":8},{"id":370,"code":371,"youtubeVideoId":372,"title":373,"description":374,"youtubeDuration":375,"youtubeIsShort":38,"contentType":20,"channel":376},1005185,"pgl9hb","ZXLpe9VGc_s","Holy Basil vs. Thai Basil, a Potato Masher Trick, and a Weeknight Stir Fry Done Before the Rice Cooker Finishes","Ethan Chlebowski walks through a fast, high-protein Thai Basil Beef Stir Fry built around ground beef, shallots, and a three-ingredient sauce of fish sauce, Sriracha, and sweet Thai black soy sauce. The whole stir fry comes together faster than a pot of jasmine rice, making it a practical weeknight staple with great leftovers. Episode 3 of the Cook Well series.","PT20M13S",{"name":6,"slug":7,"avatar":8},1778181067217]