However, when it comes to chicken breasts, it can be a
reliable guide, especially when you don’t have an instant read thermometer
handy. Hey, it’s a long way from the backyard grill to the kitchen drawer when
you’re lugging around a full beer.
Anyway, my new YouTube buddy, Ariyele Ressler, just did a fun
video on the subject, and since we're right in the middle of grilling season, I thought I’d share. Life
is just way too short for dry chicken breasts, so check it out. Enjoy!
5 comments:
I see this tip all the time, but no one ever says how hard I am supposed to make the fist! If I make a really strong fist then it's real firm, if I make a weak fist, then it's too soft. How hard should it be!?
Your hand should be tensed, not relaxed. Once you make the fist and squeeze the muscle tenses and that's it.
Hey, I know this is an unrelated topic, but I just have to ask, can you make any Game of Thrones related food? Even something simple would be nice. :)
Sorry, Food Junkie, I accidentally deleted your comment!
Here it is...
"That's a, um "handy" tip, thanks Chef John and Ariyele. I will admit to being more comfortable with my trusty instant read thermometer."
I agree, but it's nice to know in case you find yourself sans thermometer. (like at a relatives house) ;)
This video reminds me of why I only watch yours; you're all about the cooking. Four minutes of acting class for this simple tip was a poor investment of my time especially since there are better "hand" methods. Relax your hand and press halfway between your index finger knuckle and thumb joint for rare steak. Touch the tip of your pinkie finger with your thumb and press in the same place for medium/well done steak or properly cooked chicken breast. Touch your thumb to the tip of your middle finger for medium/rare steak. And boys.... don't make a fist by tucking your thumb in.
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