$226 vs $18 Roast Chicken Dinner: Pro Chef & Home Cook Swap Ingredients | Epicurious

Professional chef Lish Steiling and home cook Lorenzo are swapping recipes and hitting the kitchen! We set Lorenzo up with the finest ingredients from chef Lish’s kitchen along with her recipe for an unforgettable $226 roast chicken. Always up for a challenge, Lorenzo consulted with food scientist Rose for a quick pregame to help him get started. Meanwhile over with chef Lish, a much more typical $18 worth of ingredients were being finessed up to gourmet status via sheer skill and professional know-how. Which one looks best to you?
Follow Chef Lish on Instagram at @lishsteiling
Rose is on Instagram at @rosemarytrout_foodscience
Keep up with Lorenzo at @rollinabenzo
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[@shivrajabane1780]

Pro chef: Explaining every step Meanwhile Lorenzo: *BAHAHAHAHHAHAHA*

[@cwg73160]

@then ur awesome Go away.

[@weebama7778]

@then ur awesome that just makes me not want to watch it

[@scarlet420]

@then ur awesome not with this sh*t again🤦‍♂️

[@deadsquidd3883]

@@weebama7778 whatd they say

[@beson1982]

What happening?

[@JustaWatcheronYTube]

You should do pro chef vs pro chef swap ingredients episode, it will be interesting to watch how pro chef cook with other pro chef ingredients.

[@YashdeepWagh]

And no help from Rose

[@syd5604]

this is such a good idea

[@EdgeOfFate]

that was the original idea but Frank is still raising his heritage chicken and waiting on the fennel harvest... he's also currently in the Himalayas mining his own salt

[@eigengrau7698]

@@EdgeOfFate also, he's on the way purchasing his own land for his lemon field, i heard

[@ahsushshhe9423]

99

[@Sharingan5100]

Bring her back; she's a genius and her voice is soothing

[@gretchenpoulos]

Agreed. She's AMAZING.

[@carlinasilvestre9859]

soo trueeee is really good and her voice

[@defaultuser1447]

Cooking ASMR!

[@defaultuser1447]

Some of the way she explained things and the her voice reminded at times of Sohla El-Waylly. Similar enthusiasm for the process.

[@thatsnotfunnyj0648]

Agreed. She's AMAZING.

[@rojeandecastro8938]

I love how chef explains everything. Like i will learn a lot if she’s my mentor.

[@darkfireeyes7]

Agreed. I hope we see her again soon.

[@lelurve]

yesss! learn a very valuable technique from that compound butter thing

[@carinaalexandrasimoes89]

She is the best chef on epicurius

[@tiacho2893]

Just like Frank and the other chefs from ICE, she explained each step to maximize an inexpensive ingredient with technique. But the ICE chefs are instructors that do that for a living.

[@aadityapawar3229]

Words arent enough to say how much I respect this pro chef..... She didn't disrespect the ingredients.... She does maximum possible use for all ingredients without adding anything new... And at the start every pro chef usually says " I'll use my chef skills to make it better" But she said I'll use technique..... That's how you know the person is nice down to earth and their skills are enough to show off and they don't need to say it.... Hats off... We need more people like her....

[@MrAsaqe]

It looks like a standard family reunion dinner, it's all about giving it her technique to add something that will keep the family guessing, how do you do it.

[@bonkow]

...........

[@madelinekusuma4009]

I knew exactly who you talking about, and yes i think he's a bit cocky from the first time i saw him. Idk why people love him so much, yes he's very talented but his vibes are just... Idk :)

[@helenad5859]

She is really great. I hope she appears again.

[@aadityapawar3229]

@@madelinekusuma4009 Exactly.... Too braggy... Like there's a thing called humbleness....Everyone knows you are a chef.... What is with my chef skills...Every damn time🌚🌚😂

[@DizzyedUpGirl]

Lish seems like lots of fun. "You have a chicken just relaxing on the beach", "so she's sitting properly on a porch", "I'm married again". These two would be great friends.

[@wasabineko2579]

@@tsaki_titan fun ≠ funny :))

[@hibatsu2951]

Lish is great, she seems so wholesome. I clicked for Lorenzo, but every minute of her entertained me greatly. Both of them made this episode great. I hope to see more of Lish!

[@aizvshi]

agreed!!

[@albasoto7330]

Hey

[@Charles.Wright]

> wholesome LOL. Yes androgenous tatted woman has so many life lessons to teach us!

[@tanishaparamba5806]

I think this was my favorite duo. They were just so enjoyable to watch, no forced behaviors or awkward bits and their interaction in the end was just... mwah! *chef's kiss*

[@pike666db]

Lorenzo and Chef Frank can't be beat. But I gotta say, I like Tyler Oakl.... I mean Lish.

[@spagetssty6712]

@@pike666db Yeah Frarenzo forevah

[@user-ty5di3ku6o]

I like this new lvl 3 chef. So laid-back, funny, fun. It's criminal that she doesn't have her own cooking show. Unless she does...then someone fill me in lol.

[@NoxaClimaxX]

No show, she was on Chopped though: I think she worked as a food stylist for a while

[@ianrosenbalm6555]

Same here. I like Lish's vibe, and I hope she makes more appearances here.

[@CC-si3cr]

Not every likeable person needs their own show. This is why there is so much content out there. Just enjoy this moment.

[@user-ty5di3ku6o]

@@CC-si3cr Karen, Karen...you are upset because you're not likeable. Now skidattle!

[@CC-si3cr]

@@user-ty5di3ku6o Nothing is more annoying than someone that has absolutely no clue how to use the term "Karen". [sigh]

[@shelbyheinreis9160]

Finally the moment we've all been waiting for... they tried each other's dishes!! Finally!!!

[@marquesburman1380]

I’m still watching🤦🏾

[@swimpp7999]

No didn’t they taste each other’s dishes in the stake episode?

[@Basementcheese]

They did before

[@ShandiaD]

Yass!!!

[@madelinekusuma4009]

YES, FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER IN EPICURIOUS

[@Stark-Raving]

Of all the Pro Chefs we've had, Chef Lish has the most teacher energy out of all of them.

[@palladium607]

She really is a natural teacher I adore her and her zen energy SO SO much!

[@TrinaMoitra]

Lish is such an amazing cook. Not cocky. Lots of knowledge.. she stuck to Lorenzo’s ingredients. And she is so “refined”. A winner. I hope to see her in many more episodes..

[@xanadan]

More of Lish Steiling! She was so good at explaining every step and ingredient. Please, please, please, have more of her here. I'm going to make her chicken in a few days, count on it!

[@warriormaiden9829]

Tip: add a smidge of ground ginger and cinnamon to the butter rub. Sounds crazy, but it actually turns out really good!

[@carinaalexandrasimoes89]

Agreed 1000%!!!!!! She’s the BEST

[@JAKKO1997]

Have you got this balsamic?

[@palladium607]

Yes@!!!!

[@tconlon251]

“I’m not going to add pepper because Lorenzo didn’t give me any.” Frank growing his own peppercorn plants: “Please!”

[@talktothecop]

Frank is too powerful he breeds his own rabbits man

[@morganmcallister2001]

""Used by Gourmet Chefs" Well you might want to return this then" - Lorenzo Also me. Definitely me.

[@jamesheng1878]

Lorenzo’s “OUY?!?” And that’s the Filipino coming out

[@megajohntomahawk9878]

Naks naman

[@chibi7Sakura]

its like an accent that comes out now and then xD

[@patriciaa957]

nuxx naman HAHAHHA

[@dramonmaster222]

Lorenzo is Hilarious! Also, I love how they BOTH lose it at Spatchcocking.

[@derhbiecassie8623]

Swears

[@mituvi6511]

@@derhbiecassie8623 Swears

[@MGD313]

Lorenzo: cheap ingredients but millions of dollars of charm.

[@julianadeau5797]

This was my first time seeing Lish on this show and not gonna lie, she's a keeper! She's utterly charming and it looks like she works really well with Lorenzo. That and her chicken simply looked divine!

[@evenkringsj]

Kinda boring tho

[@majobenitez]

@@evenkringsj nope

[@justinle5866]

Hope we see more of her! She has a great presence.

[@nabila4171]

did anyone else see that aged balsamic vinegar was $119? Must taste like gold

[@andreairziano8395]

It does; the more it is aged the higher is the price

[@dargengame2812]

I thought that's Kind of cheating to make the the dish to the 200$

[@arty7926]

@@dargengame2812 Me too

[@nabila4171]

@@dargengame2812 i thought the chicken would cost the most 😅

[@DizzyedUpGirl]

There's a reason that's the one ingredient she wanted to keep.

[@515aleon]

Lorenzo is an excellent cook--there is just no going around that. Of course he is lots of fun to watch. Epicurious--get Chef Lish on again. She's actually an excellent teacher, upbeat, and relaxed--one of my favorites.

[@drsparkles8353]

I like how Lorenzo is just a normal guy on this show

[@kevinpaulmedina8350]

"Spatchcocking" Lorenzo laughs internally

[@lildredre89]

And externally

[@falsenames]

@@lildredre89 Is Lorenzo capable of laughing only internally? And am I capable of not laughing with him? No, and no.

[@yokikokudou]

That's when Lorenzo's about to drop a joke but remembered he might be censored!!! 🤣😜🤪😆😂

[@flamo2666]

@@yokikokudou at least one of them probably made a joke like that it just got cut out lol

[@marcusoettinger8151]

I’m a simple man, whenever I see Lorenzo I click

[@blitz9197]

Lorenzo is a good man

[@ChaseMcCain81]

Yesssss

[@zombie2401]

Or Frank

[@syd5604]

my favorite pair is definitely frank and lorenzo

[@alisongeraldo4207]

Don't we all?

[@ReksonGames]

Love the new endings to this series where the chefs get to try each other's creation, please keep doing that segment in future episodes!

[@robwilliams6753]

they used to do that before lockdown, glad to see it back for the first time since.

[@dearthofdoohickeys4703]

I see you’ve only started watching these videos during lockdown 😂

[@kiannelabrador2259]

Lish: I'm gonna dive in Lorenzo: oh goodness, dive shallow HAHAHAHA I'm wheezing! These two are awesome together. More of them please!!!

[@laurenconrad1799]

3:05 Rosemary Trout? Why did it take me so long to realize that Rose’s name is actually an ingredients list? Haha

[@annemck]

She has a marvelously career-appropriate name.

[@thecake2373]

Pfft xdd I didn't even notice her last name

[@markarbar2226]

Nominative determinism :)

[@RJvictoriousinHim]

Yes😅😅

[@darkfireeyes7]

Update: omg Chef Lish, THANK YOU for teaching me about compound butter. I made rosemary lemon compound butter and used it on roast chicken thighs and potatoes today. It was AMAZING!! My husband has been making happy sounds too. For the past 20 mins. I hope we see you again soon. Thanks to you, Rosemary, and the entire team for all you do. I've learned so much from everybody watching these videos. 😍💕

[@majobenitez]

That's nice

[@SaarN1337]

I just love the vids featuring Lorenzo. He's a good cook (liked his choice of ingredients as well, $18 well spent) and has a warm personality.

[@jennykc98]

Lorenzo eating a lemon right off the cuff is an indication this will be hilarious

[@weebama7778]

@then ur awesome why are you here

[@laroscho9520]

In 2 years Lorenzo will be that Pro Chef by all that new technique he learns

[@CC-si3cr]

I was thinking the same thing. Is he still considered a home cook? He's been on here getting tons of tips from the Epicurious staff/chefs. Bare minimum he should be considered a sous chef.

[@ShandiaD]

Hahahaha yes

[@chibi7Sakura]

Even Emily who is considered a LV1 chef is getting better and better. Lorenzo is shooting through the kitchen.

[@sealdew5348]

She seems like a genuine nice person to be around-

[@huang111]

Why do people feel the need to add a dash at the end of a sentence, it would make perfect sense without it

[@thecake2373]

@@huang111 it sort of mimics an expression. Idk how to explain it in a better way.

[@huang111]

@@thecake2373 I just find it to be cringe and a sign of “omg I’m so funny and quirky”

[@reverently]

@@huang111 same when people do ~ at the end like what is the reason 😭

[@spongespearstar1111]

@@reverently I put that wiggly wavy symbol when I'm joking/teasing, it's like /j for me

[@yespur87]

Rose: explains anything Lorenzo: *heavy sweating*

[@shivrajabane1780]

Pro Chef: Don't forget about the delicious oysters parts Me, an intellectual who watched last video of Frank butchering every bird: 😎😎😌

[@minhngocnguyen1291]

the spatchcock technique as well :o

[@MichaelOKC]

Remember to keep them away from grandma... She'll steal them!

[@jarrodtodd441]

Can I just say Lorenzo should have his own show. Man I'd watch that guy all day🤣🤣

[@ArielK1987]

Lorenzo was fantastic on Top chef Amateurs.

[@fartieboy4181]

I would like to see Lish more on this channel. She’s like King. King is an evolved Lorenzo, Lish is an evolved Beth.

[@mackam9253]

She's like the first chef who didn't add millions of ingredients over what she was given

[@nooneknows3520]

I'm pretty dang sure that if all the previous episodes are to go by, there may have been an addition to the rules specifically to make it illegal to add any ingredients whatsoever on the pro chef's end.

[@NotaLocal_]

They never added ingredients they just improved upon what they had

[@julianakarasawa315]

@@NotaLocal_ You need to watch a couple of the earlier editions, they added about a dozen of ingredients each time

[@thatjerseyb]

Lorenzo: YOU'RE PRETTY! most aggressive compliment EVER

[@gwvaio]

Good new pro chef. Love that they have both of them in the same room actually tasting each other’s dishes

[@dr.braxygilkeycruises1460]

Is there anything more awesome than Lorenzo yelling *"CLEAR!!!!"* as he spatchcocks the chicken?!! 🤣😂🤣😂🤣 I love that man!!! 🥰🤗

[@Purnimapatil55]

What a brilliant episode! she only used lorenzo’s ingredients and didn’t add anything else of her own choice AND STILL MADE IT LOOK DELICIOUS. Now thats a pro chef we all need on this show.

[@MissEmoPunkRocker]

I loved how mutual and natural their interaction was at the end of the video! This was a truly wholesome episode, just like how wholesome the chickens looked!

[@sophtopic]

This chef was so great, she explains everything!!

[@tiffaniewebber7558]

Please give Lorenzo his own cooking show! He is the best!!

[@lancebeltran1811]

Ever pro chef: *Explains* Lorenzo: *Laughes in happiness*

[@limalicious]

Me, a paraeducator: *has a heart attack over $119 balsamic vinegar* That....is almost 3/4 of what I earn in a day. Before taxes.

[@tomf3150]

There's worse: I once bought a 70years old balsamic vinegar. 17 cm³ for 400 €. It was like tasting liquid heaven, a divine nectar made by the gods themselves.

[@Crazyasian123456]

I mean, really good balsamic goes higher. Even parmesan cheese can go higher

[@justimre]

I read "parachuteinstructor" ... whatever that may be 😂😂

[@1PrayerWarrior4]

As a fellow para, I feel this.

[@burneggroll]

Thanks for mentioning the "aged balsamic vinegar." Does one chicken use the whole bottle?

[@Platinum400]

Nice! I enjoyed Lish’s personality and commentary. Her and Lorenzo laughing at spatchcocking had me deceased lol

[@Placido.R.Bonnin]

Loving this duo so far, the episode was so nice, the vibe was chill and friendly and both dishes look amazing. Lorenzo as usual is gold, and this new chef was just super nice and easy going.

[@aaronquero1055]

I never knew that Lorenzo saying "Naks, naman!" will give me life. 🇵🇭

[@em0rej]

I never knew that Walanjo had a sister Walanjing

[@daulahiftitah6461]

I just wish whoever made the subtitle asked Lorenzo about that Filipino saying *and* put it in the subtitle! Just putting "speaking foreign language" in the subtitle is not enough!

[@epicurisis4536]

Lorenzo was hilarious on Top Chef Amateurs I keep watching the reruns💀

[@martynamaczyszyn]

Wait, what?! Lorenzo was on Top Chef Amateurs?!?!?! When?

[@zrobeast]

​@@martynamaczyszyn He was on episode 4 of Top Chef Amateurs, but it seems like he was only on that one episode since it's structured differently from regular Top Chef where it's two home cooks going up against each other each episode rather than a group of 12-ish cooks getting eliminated one by one each week. It seems like you can steam it on Hulu, KZbin TV, and some other places if you're a paid member of those (sadly I can't find any free streaming place for the show, even on Bravo's website).

[@ghettogossippodcast6606]

I love her!! Good sense of humor! She really respected the recipe and stuck true to it. Sometimes other chefs change or add to the recipe their given

[@NextToToddliness]

Lish is the best. I love them! Lorenzo was hilarious and seems like a fun guy.

[@josealfonso5260]

Chef Lish communicates reaalllly well!

[@dilettaluna]

Instantly in love with chef Lish, please please bring her back soon!

[@nawafuu2245]

Lorenzo: "Slice, without hurting the bird." Chicken: "Yeah, I don't feel a thing."

[@Shannongaardbo]

Wow I could watch/listen to chef Lish talk all day. She has such an effortlessly engaging but calming persona that you just can't help but listen to every word she says. What a lovely duo. Lorenzo is charming as always. Definitely up there as one of my favourite ingredient swaps ever. Hope to see more of her (them) in the future!!!

[@Declan-dh6jr]

Kudos Chef Lish. Working with the ingredients provided and making something great. No magical ingredients appearing out of nowhere and ending up with a meal that's thrice the cost of the original.

[@glowthatoncewasdim]

oh i hope we get more chef lish!!!

[@aw3855]

I’m picky about my pro chefs/level 3 chefs but Lish was fabulous. A solid addition, watching her felt like a warm hug. Please bring her back!

[@sa-rcastic8106]

I like her a lot and she's so funny! Also Lorenzo being so chaotic with his laughs 🤣

[@coco__________]

I am a med student. I have exams next month. I need to study but this seemed important.

[@madelinekusuma4009]

Hahahah good luck on your exams! 🍀

[@coco__________]

@@madelinekusuma4009 thank you 😊

[@chibi7Sakura]

Food for the brains. Hope your exam went well :)

[@metineebongchompho375]

I like Lorenzo. He make me happy when I watch him.

[@electric69irl]

she was great! very helpful at explaining everything in an easy to follow manner and she looks like a natural infront of the camera too.

[@ThePandaWarrior]

Lish is my new favorite, she is the most wholesome and sweet and not depressed as other Level 3 chefs who use fancy gadgets and Lorenzo is just the perfect ray of sunshine to have in the kitchen

[@christineroannejasmin5574]

At last!! They get to taste each other's food at the end!

[@mon6745]

I'm married again -lololol I love Lisa, bring her back 🥰

[@xinxinlai]

Lish is so encouraging and knowledgeable, she makes me want to cook

[@diggiediggz]

FINALLLYYYYY IVE BEEN WAITING AGES FOR THEM TO EAT EACH OTHERS FOOD.

[@stephenveerasammy3074]

Who is this woman? We need more of her. Super chill, super smart, easy to listen to

[@mraltairix]

Lish and Lorenzo are such a good combo. Lorenzo being a loud fun person while Lish is quieter but still just as funny somehow even complementing Lorenzo. Would love to see them paired with eachother once again

[@noneofyourbusiness7094]

These two were a fantastic combination! Hope to see them together again in another episode.

[@DizzyedUpGirl]

I don't know who Lish is, but her recipe sounded superb.

[@lz1094]

this professionel chef is my new favourite. sorry frank

[@kcoco7235]

I really love Lorenzo he’s such a Filipino fun uncle wish I had an uncle like Lorenzo!!

[@MsMahle]

I'm watching this in 2022, been watching the past few days. I'm loving it. I love Lorenzo, I clicked for him. Watching in South Africa

[@Cringeedits1v1]

I love how lorenzo always make me laugh😂😂

[@safiyastar3361]

Lish remembers me as much of my instructor from university. Just same straight forward and direct!!! Really appreciate it 🧡

[@rinazusa2282]

23:24 I love His "I can't believe it" expression.

[@cuhleef]

Since Lish did a great job explaining how to cook her recipe, Lorenzo did great.

[@b_man-25]

The difference between LIsh and Lorenzo is so huge but they still work in the same episode so well. Lish is very chill, knowledgeable, and creative, and Lorenzo is funny and completely chaotic.

[@cassiekaoustos153]

Chef Lish is GREAT! Keep her! Lorenzo - brilliant as always.

[@cellnic55]

One of my favorite 'Swap the Ingredients' episodes of all time. Loved this pro chef. And Lorenzo is amazing as always

[@airacakep]

Oh I love Lish. More of her, please!

[@AdventuresofJonababe]

Chef: Ooooh, the very famous Lorenzo. Me: That's why I'm here. 😁😅🤣😂

[@Vipermecha]

For a home chef, I just love how Lorenzo understands a dish, he just shows that experience and love of cooking, I'd probably say, he's borderline level 3.

[@bonniesweitzer2425]

Lorenzo made that look so easy! I definitely want to try spatchcocking my next chicken roast.

[@bethhelminiak5063]

Lorenzo, Emily, and Chef Frank live in my happy place. This new chef may have to join them there.

[@ClothesCat]

Congratulations to Lish who not only made a delicious meal but got married during the video as well!

[@laprincescaw]

such a loveable duo, this is honestly my favorite video, hope to see more of chef lish soon

[@georgeblackwell2306]

Lorenzo is silly, funny and perfect for this job.. Keep it coming !!!

[@tiyashamakeupmaniac6911]

I love the Pro Chef a lot...she is too sweet and explain everything ♥️♥️

[@josueceron7874]

They gotta bring back this chef, she's super cool and innovative with her techniques. And of course Lorenzo is always awesome lol

[@ivorellarackley4401]

I LOVE Lish. Wow! Lorenzo too! Perfect balance of silly and informative 🥰

[@FirstLast-po8oz]

I enjoyed this, the personalities were both great and their passion for the food was infectious. I appreciated that the "fancy" chef didn't put down the simple ingredients or play up the snobby jokes. The comedy didn't overshadow the actual cooking.

[@CodeLBJ]

Chef lish and frank may be tied for best level 3 judge if not she’s a close second

[@whisnudarmawan2411]

Finally after a long time, the two chefs can taste each other firsthand and see their expressions

[@ItsDanbo]

Lorenzo's just having the time of his life in each video

[@giovannygomez1863]

Pro chef is everything we want in a video!! I love her so much because she’s so fun and laid back and explains everything perfectly.