$335 vs $18 Chili: Pro Chef & Home Cook Swap Ingredients | Epicurious

Pro chef Saúl Montiel from Cantina Rooftop and home cook Joe are swapping recipes and hitting the kitchen to make some chili. We provided Joe with all the ingredients necessary to make chef Saúl’s over-the-top $335 chili recipe, sending only $18 worth of materials back the other direction. Will Saúl elevate Joe’s more modest materials into something gourmet? Can Joe keep up with the demands of Saúl’s recipe? Which one looks better to you?
Keep up with chef Saúl on Instagram at @chefsaulmontiel and @CantinaRooftop
Find Joe on Instagram and other social platforms at @mrjoemiles
Director: Chris Principe
Director of Photography: Ben Dewey
Editor: Eric Bigman
Pro Chef: Saúl Montiel
Home Cook: Joe Miles
Sr. Culinary Director: Kelly Janke
Producer: Michael Cascio
Culinary Producer: Mallary Santucci
Culinary Associate Producer: Katrina Zito
Associate Producer: Tim Colao
Line Producer: Jennifer McGinity
Production Manager: Janine Dispensa
Production Coordinator: Elizabeth Hymes
Camera Operator: Caleb Weiss
Audio: Rachel Suffian
Production Assistant: Kayla Zimmerman
Post Production Supervisor: Andrea Farr
Post Production Coordinator: Scout Alter
Supervising Editor: Eduardo Araújo
Assistant Editor: Andy Morell
Graphics Supervisor: Ross Rackin
Graphics, Animation, VFX: Léa Kichler
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[@themoose0221]

"I'm just kidding. I'm still poor." Never change, Chef Saul.

[@kevintrang6447]

Broke Saul... Hmm...

[@juliagearing506]

Me too, Saúl, me too

[@iced245]

Saul spending 300 dollars for food: *nah im kidding im still broke*

[@dualityyy]

better call saul

[@peytonlbeyer]

I love how Chef Saul always tried to go as far off the tracks as he can 😂 "Chili? Okay, imma make a casserole with meatballs."

[@RomanII1997]

but still chili-esque and that's the fun part

[@NightmareShadows13]

And then the casserole came out more like a Shepard's pie. XD

[@DasLenchen1994]

"I googled the word blanch and it means boil" - I never related more to a home cook 👍🏻

[@xenon8117]

Because we really needed a backup word for it.

[@rb-zn7me]

That line and his delivery were perfect.

[@pb6270]

It means whiten

[@guitarcovers5437]

“Which is good, we needed a backup word for that” 😂

[@unclevaughn4001]

Boiling is a higher theme then blanching

[@mnels5214]

Joe and Saul are a great combination. Joe is just as funny as Saul! "I have a cactus at home, once it sees this..."

[@mon6745]

That had me crying 😂😂😂😂😂

[@evelym_here]

It's because Saul is so good, he match with everyone and everything. Simple.

[@MrNater41]

Saul needs his own show. He is absolutely the best

[@FlyingCheseball]

better call saul

[@agneshuszka2379]

Better char Saul. I’m always looking forward to him charing something, and he never disappoints me 😂

[@nicholaswilson7512]

i agree he is funny and his food looks great

[@Rws4Life]

Joe's humor is on point. Love him and hope to see more of him in the future Chef Saul is one of the greats, always knows how to bring a smile to my face

[@jadenmundo8672]

Joe is really funny

[@shoghunuk7428]

Saul is definitely the star of this video (sorry for misspelling his name). It’s not how he makes something that is potentially bland into something exciting, it’s his monologue. He should do stand-up cooking! He made me laugh out loud several time!

[@LorenaLupu1]

yup

[@TheMrCC21]

Spells it correctly, but apologizing for misspelling it. Right...

[@alexanderwanner4360]

@@TheMrCC21 British…

[@shoghunuk7428]

@@TheMrCC21 Missing the accent on the ‘u’. English keyboard.

[@The_White]

@@TheMrCC21 They didn't put the ú as in Saúl, they put Saul because they propably doesn't have the letter ú on their keyboard

[@lancebeltran2002]

Chef Saul: *puts cheese and says it's enough* Also Chef Saul: *POURS THE ENTIRE BAG OF CHEESE*

[@juliagearing506]

You can NEVER have enough cheese 😆 🤣 😂

[@Ozzborn85]

Joe seems like a great new addition to the channel, good sense of humor, knows his way around cooking with enough confidence yet he is very humble. Hope we'll see more of him. (Chef Saul is The Legend so no comment needed).

[@lowexpectations5]

It’s 9am. I’ve got work to do. It’s the perfect time to watch these guys make magic. The rest of my day can wait.

[@gabatronOG]

Agreed! Got to start the day with a good laugh, and Saul never fails. He needs his own segment because I’d be hooked.

[@eryscalamitas1611]

And so can sleep

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 ❤❤❤❤

[@zamoraconnect]

OmG “a leaf big enough to paddle a boat with” “even chef’s have feelings”😂 This is great!

[@gordondouglas2971]

Saúl needs his own cooking show. As much as I love these ingredient swap videos, I really want to see what they both would have made with their own ingredients.

[@juliagearing506]

Check out his KZbin page, Chef Saùl Montiel and you will see some of what he cooks

[@Mgn-1]

Saul is back! Let him test Emily’s new level please!

[@WRXAshlee]

She’s a new level ??? Since when

[@NoxaClimaxX]

@@WRXAshlee Since the three levels of boneless wings episode

[@jenihardy09]

I think Chef frank should LOL

[@samuelmiller6409]

It’s safe to say that Saul crosses language barriers when he says “eating and drinking is my life” mine too bud mine too.

[@richmondvand147]

Anthony Bourdain rest in peace - has always pointed out that we're all the same, want good food and friends to share it with

[@ethanstanway9472]

i want to see a pro vs pro swap ingredients where each pro would swap ingredients with different styles but understand how to cook it and they cook the dish with their own twist. i reckon it would be a good watch

[@EvanD9590]

They should do it and not tell them so they think a home cook gave them their ingredients and are using their recipe too lol

[@r0secm]

Chef Saul is amazing and has such a great sense of humor. I was lucky enough to meet him at his restaurant on my vacation in December! He was so nice irl too 😊

[@wpc456cpw]

Omg!! How was the food? What did you eat?

Yes how was the food? 😊😊😊😊

[@andrew-rc8se]

Where is his restaurant???

[@genarodelreal6276]

@@andrew-rc8se It's called Cantina Rooftop in NYC.

[@dr.lecter8818]

These two are pure comedy together, love how they got along at the end too. Just goes to show the connective power of good food and drink!

[@AzumahBlue]

Chef Saul needs his own show!

[@gamergaming6912]

Better Call Saul

[@scatterlienatalie9873]

"I Googled the word "blanch, " and it means "boil" which is good, we needed a backup for that" hahahahahha how good is Joe 😂😂😂

[@weslipscomb4766]

Joe is the true star of these videos. Get him to do more! SOMEONE EMPLOY MY BOY!

[@mrjoemiles]

Appreciate ya 🫡

[@RandomBangladeshi]

Watching Chef Saul becoming this extrovert and confident from a shy & introvert chef is something else. Love the transition.

[@TheFierywaters]

Best chili ever created by the human civilization.. 😂😂😂 Chef Saul is awesome man!!!

[@Guzwar]

Lots of people could claim that about their chili and I wouldn't believe them, but if Chef Saul says it, you know it's the truth.

[@jmcr71795]

"An acquired taste". Years ago, when I lived in the city of Campbell River, in BC Canada, I stopped at my local little store when walking home. One of the Vietnamese owners was standing by the till eating something from a jar. I asked what that might be, and he told me it was dried sate anchovies and offered me some while also telling me I probably wouldn't like it. I tasted it, told him that ya, it would be an acquired taste, and went home. By the time I got home, with the taste in my mouth, I found I had to go back as I had acquired the taste! Bought 2 jars!

[@wpc456cpw]

Wow!!!

[@CrazyneroLP]

As a german, im proud of chef Saul for opening a beer like that. Well done. Also i would die to Taste one of his dishes, i enjoy every of his Videos.

[@jynx6240]

Saúl is definitely the most entertaining out of all these episodes. I enjoy watching cooking but him talking over everything just makes it 10x better and funnier.

[@jackhanan2872]

The other one with Joe is great too.

[@VanessaHolguin]

Joe has a good comedic timing. A+

[@Laartjetjeez]

Saúl is like the Bob Ross of Mexican cuisine. Such positivity!

[@Jorge-rw6nz]

I've never resonated with a statement more than "That's my life. Just eating and drinking"

[@jamesrobertgrimes]

Gotta say that's the most effort I've ever seen someone put into jiffy mix.

[@Anderssonlizzm]

Always love seeing chef Saul on here!

[@sellidionne]

"I googled the word blanch and it means boil... which is good- we needed a backup word for that"

[@sreeshnelp]

Chef Saul a gem as always but I absolutely love Joe's vibe

[@ardazgames]

Hands down the best episode like this. Something so pure about a traditional Hispanic dish made with humor. Love it. 🙏

[@jackhanan2872]

Joe's back!!!!! More Joe!

[@VerhoevenSimon]

It always amazes me what Saúl is able to achieve using the given ingredients, a magnificent showcase of skill.

[@sugarspice9199]

imagine a saul and frank swapping ingredients. one is very Mexican and the other is Italian. make it happen epicurious!!!

[@paidamoyoveremu9935]

An onion hack that actually works...you're the best Chef Saul - no more tears in my kitchen 😃😃

[@bobanderson1380]

So many quotable lines from this! Loved every second of it! Joe is officially my favorite home chef.

[@mrjoemiles]

Thanks Bob!!

[@wait...what...]

I so loved this chef pairing! I think as much as Emily and Frank!!

[@lightseraphim6816]

Chef Saul has the makings of a future villain. I feel like he is gonna turn soon. Starting to see signs. Tale as old as time: the nicest guy turning into the villainous badass.

[@Aneres225]

I love both of these guys! So fun to hear their commentary. Saul is hilarious. Joe did such a beautiful job cutting that cactus. Looked like a pro!

[@AllanAdamson]

this may be the best video thus far in the series

[@jun3jun3]

"we needed a backup word for boil" 😆

[@karmaacosta]

0:58 "My recipe didn't have a leaf that you can paddle a boat with" 🚣‍♂️ maaan made me spit my redbull out 😂💀

[@lindafreeman7030]

"I'm going to be a part of it now. We're friends now." How I feel watching these.

[@anhuynh1993]

Saul and Joe are a mood

[@shabushaburo]

Chef Saul is a genius... I love the way he totally transforms the ingredients, absolutely downright whimsical in the best sense of the word

[@randic9433]

I think they’re officially my favorite duo, please pair them together more!

[@ems-3828]

this is by far one of my favorite videos 🥺 i love joe and chef saul, we need more videos of them together!!

[@sincerelydevanie]

I loved this episode. Would really enjoy seeing more of this pair together !

[@lintangnitibaskara6907]

Chef's Saul energy is always over the roof. Its contagious.

[@gwm-btdbattlesagar.ioandmo9988]

Saul is so relatable.

[@ifiknewthen13]

Saul really luvs 🍺!!!!🤣🤣🤣" Good job to me"

[@milo662]

AAAA I waited for episode with Saul, best chef!

[@TheMrCC21]

"Even chefs have feelings. We're not as mean as you think we are." -Chef Saul

[@episodesglow]

The way Chef Saul quenelles that sour cream so effortlessly was beautiful to watch

[@TheAllarie]

Saul brings me joy!

[@lilcurliehead]

babe wake up new video with saúl dropped!

[@toregenekhatun480]

Welcome Joe you did excellent and Saúl wonderful as always!

[@jeffcrile]

Chef Saul, we need you on yt more.

[@ColombianLNP]

Chef Saul for the win !!! Lol Man i love this channel!!! Cheers from Colombia amigos !

[@mariannefoucrault]

Hiya! Saúl en la casa!! 🎉

[@yoem.6589]

Did he say "created by the human humanization"?💀 I love Saul so much🤣

[@joekoscielniak8576]

I love chefs humor! He is so funny! "This was the corn I ate as a child, when I was poor. I'm still broke!!" lol too funny!

[@moisesolvera4556]

Now I know why I love Saul, he’s from my home state in Mexico, and yes we have the best barbacoa

[@ginnyweatherbee7941]

Love this

[@jaybandu6976]

I've been waiting for this episode forever! I wish they did a 4 levels episode on Chilli!

[@rachelv673]

Joe is hilariously deadpan and Chef Saul is always wonderful

[@originsix754]

Saul I need you as a teacher . Perfect balance . 😂

[@elizabethsteele5291]

'Scallion Oil' is a revelation for me! ❤️

[@michaelgarcia2144]

Saul needs his own show. Asap

[@michaelbcohen]

Empire brand Ground Turkey, as someone who keeps Kosher, nice to see the biggest Kosher Poultry brand being represented. Shame the full recipe wasnt kosher. And Saul, i s one of my three favorite professional chefs here, and always a delight to watch

[@itaintover93]

Always nice to see Saul

[@Badger3Duck1]

These two are hilarious and great personalities! I'd love to see a series with both of them.

[@saanta3141]

Chef saul never disappoints. I like this new guy too

[@Mr.JavsOfficial]

My boy Saul is back! Saludos 🖖

[@Danielleoutside_]

The home cook is so chill, love it!

[@lysdexiar31]

Saul is fantastic on camera now, i enjoy these so much. and Joe is also a great addition, more!

[@benjaminmurray455]

I love Saul's energy lol 😆 😌 💕 he really brings a certain dynamic in this video. Joe is definitely becoming one of my favorite home cooks lol so relatable 😂 🤣

[@Amarie1961]

These guys are good together.

[@esezuri02]

Now i want a barbacoa episode where the first step for the home cook is "dig a hole"🤣🤣

[@wpc456cpw]

LOL

[@jackbarnes5589]

Saul needs his own TV show.

[@lillianmartinez6957]

Chef Saul is definitely one of my favorites on this show, I enjoy watching him cook and be so creative with food

[@finnachoosebetter]

I see Chef Saúl and I hit like immediately ❤

[@RyanEKehd]

I was not expecting to laugh that much. Great humor on both guys!

[@j3r3miasmg]

01:09 - "It was going to be the best Chili ever created by the human civilization." - The only person who can say that and I believe it unconditionally is Saul.

[@janikiawoods8486]

Saul cracks me up all the time..I love watching Joe too because Hes a great learner.

[@winsome.anneurt]

Saúl is an absolute treat whenever he's on. If I ever make my way over there, I'm going to his restaurant

[@adammadison4618]

Love Chef Saul! Please bring him back!!!

[@FantomMind]

These two are absolutely hilarious.

[@demoriousmann1368]

Lmao Joe's sarcasm has me dying laughing

[@klownvandamn7946]

need more of Saul

[@Langharig_Tuig]

Saul is as great as he always is, love it. Joe is also great, he brings a more realistic view, I feel like a lot of the other homecooks are just a bit too much aiming for their 15 minutes of fame while Joe feels more genuine. Great episode

[@XorsonX]

I love these 2 guys! So fun to watch!

[@CarrieArt7]

Yes to this duo, these guys are both so funny

[@genuwine21]

I would love to see an episode where two chefs bring their expensive ingredients and do the same swap to see what they will do with the swapped ingredients. Probably not including what they were making when they swap, just trays of ingredients.

[@josephtraub9822]

Joe is awesome, more please

[@WatchKek]

Love Saul, he's so genuine

[@robinr5337]

These two were hysterical, love the combination.

[@TakahisaShinoku]

Saul is an adorable bear 🐻