Coastal Foraging is Easy Here | Catch and Cook Cockles

Gathering cockles in NZ and making vietnamese pancakes.
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[@JohannavandeWoestijne]

It is great to see local people, their gardens, and a piece of their lifestyle. Wow. Another great episode.

[@richardcarabio998]

I agree she’s a keeper. You travel the world over what a gift to have her

[@huypham5807]

That was a very good attempt at a banh xeo. Good job on adding beer to it. Any carbonated liquid will make it crispier. My mom used to add coconut soda to her batter.

[@aileendanao7642]

Wow, watching your videos of New Zealand has definitely inspired me to add to my bucket list, Beautiful!! No crowds so you can really admire nature.

[@cameronleaana1153]

I’m so proud to be a kiwi and we are so blessed to live in a quiet laid back country where if you wanted to you could life off the land easily I thank you for coming here and showing our country off really enjoy all your content I’ve been a fan for a while now and I hope you get to go for a dive for some paua cos I can’t wait to see how you cook them Chur bro

[@nathanielchapman1700]

Just want to say Tacu this week has been one of the hardest weeks in all my 31yrs I was struck down with a nasty viral infection combined with anxiety attcks almost passing out on a daily but the only thing that made me feel better was seeign your videos thanks for being the kind hearted legend that you are your super easy to watch bro & inspiring. I love seeing you in this part of the world carrying a stubbie instead of a can of beer lol I hope you can make a stop in Australia next Ill be deffinetely coming to meet you if I can. Big love brother & keep up the good work.

[@dri77y27]

keep strong brotha

[@Katarjana]

I've never been out of the states, but I've always had chickens! Non-refrigerated eggs is the usual. If you have to refrigerate your eggs, they have been through a wash that removed the natural, protective bloom and/or are old! That clam opening technique was awesome! I will definitely try next time I forage some cockles!

[@patrioticlovers2447]

Hey Taku I am impressed with the bánh xèo. As for the fish sauce, you may want to add some sugar. It would give it a little sweet, salty, and sour taste. My wife’s recipe for fish sauce is 1/3 fish sauce, 1/3 lemon juice, 1/3 sugar. You can also add some chopped garlic and chilies.

[@billyb9067]

Yeah the sauce needs some sweetness like honey 🍯

[@jessejames1395]

One of my favorite places you two have visited was the island in Alaska I believe, the ranger station with the hot springs that flowed through the “pool house” such beauty and peace in that place

[@thebrownthomascrown917]

Dude...marry that girl already!!

[@HinduPAGANcowpissdrinkerRAKESH]

Is she latin

[@rob4966]

Fr or get her pregnant

[@JesusBaldemar]

​@@HinduPAGANcowpissdrinkerRAKESH she is Mexican

[@rezynrogue1309]

Wait what!? They ain't hitched? Crazy

[@igbatious]

Question is does she want to marry him? Goes both ways. Could be a couple who don't need to be wed to be committed. That's how my lady and I are.

[@Screamingtut]

Tako, try using corn meal in the water with the clams. they taste 100% better than flour.

[@mcdaib]

Agreed...I live on the Oregon coast and we always use cornmeal.....

[@sccaldwjr]

Yes ... need more of you guys .... looking forward to the cooking 🍳 every time .

[@lx1402]

Brings me joy to see you guys having such a good time here ! Very cool

[@wendywillows8754]

i love watching foraging videos with Jocelyn! ❤️

[@lemurian4948]

Thanks for all these episodes on NZ. Love its nature so much that I visited the country twice. Self-drive, bungy jumped, and did the Milford Trek.

[@Eyagsf]

So proud of you guys and where this channel has gone. You two live the life that so many only dream of.

[@rb5043]

Always looking forward to your Videos! Would love to go to New Zealand someday. Have fun and be safe to you both.

[@rammone5241]

Love the coastal foraging, that water must feel nice on that sand, the scenery is just amazing.

[@ketanhein]

I love your channel, dude! I recently got into it a few weeks ago and have been binging it, haha!! Also, as someone who's worked as a head cook, and who cooks at home, your channel has helped me find new recipes and re-discovered my love for seafood. I've tried a few things out but will plan to try more dishes out! keep up the great work!

[@crystalwynn3910]

Hey! your fan here is Vietnamese. nuoc mam cham without garlic must be ticketed. lol. next time, you need coconut cream to your batter. mung beans and pork belly are a must in my banh xeo but your version looks delish !Please trek to my homeland Vietnam…

[@cali_cal]

what about that shrimp!

[@clo6483]

Taku, to get it crispier you need to double the amount of oil and put a cover on top (doesn't need to be sealed but enough so the top side of the Banh Xeo will cook as well). After 4 minutes, take off the cover, fold the Banh Xeo in half and depending on how crispy you want it cook for 30-60 seconds each side.

[@vengefulspirit99]

This exactly. It is also okay to turn the heat down almost all the way. This allows more time for the Banh Xeo to get even crispier without overcooking the toppings.

[@ziggybender9125]

Less oil can be better for your health in dishes that absorb it though, his is still crispy just not next level crispy

[@cali_cal]

yah, I use less oil and heat on high. maybe even after its cooked. very hot pan will do the job

[@dkieng]

I love to eat Bánh xèo, its my favorite dish. My mom used to make it for us all the times. My mouth is watering watching you making Bánh xèo and eating it. Thanks for sharing and safe travels Chef.

[@huysy515]

Love love Vietnamese cuisine!!! So clean and fresh to eat!

[@alextran9684]

Future tip Taku! For the banh xeo dipping sauce, i would recommend also adding some white vinegar, coconut juice\soda, minced garlic and lots of sugar! It will take your dipping sauce to another level !

[@tobinbh3940]

Man..if I had a car I'd be coming to join u!! So excited to see this adventure in my beautiful country..I really love to see the amazing Kai Moana ( seafood) you get here and the incredible dishes you create..even as a vegetarian I'm jealous everytime I see you share this awesome Kai.. Stoked for you to see more of Aotearoa and meet more kiwis along the way!!! Enjoy..I'll keep an 👁️ out for you in Christchurch !!

[@ajm.5160]

Looks AMAAAAZING IN EVERY WAY YALL!!!!

[@ravenfeader]

My lad called me a couple of days ago to go cockling and im going to have a go at making this for sure . Last time we made chowder but I think he would love to try this .

[@summerkd6107]

I love watching your videos!! Ever since I ran across your channel I can’t stop watching ❤

[@SteveFromWyoming]

I've been watching you for years and this dish looks awesome. Please keep up the great adventure and cooking.

[@michaelzimmerman635]

Back home in WA, we use cornmeal, and yes it definitely works. The sand left in the bottom of the bucket is amazing.

[@SangHTX]

My family is from Central Vietnam. Growing up, we ate Banh Xeo with a Peanut sauce, and we eat it with a fork and knife. Vietnamese people from other regions wrap the Banh Xeo up with springroll wrappers, and then they dip it into a Fish Sauce.

[@ninat6690]

Same! Banh xeo taste soooo much better with the peanut dipping sauce and cucumbers as well,

[@lexwise3136]

Hey Taku, been enjoying your and Jocelyn's travels for a few years. Not one to comment, let alone comment on the comments! Purging clams and other filter feeders is awesome! I prefer to use ground black pepper or fine ground white pepper as it accomplishes the same thing, and imparts pepper flavor! Writing you from the Maisian Coast (Midcoast Maine) which is my mission - get Americans to eat all the seafood that we have here. Peace and Love!

[@babyb0odumpling]

Great video! A little tip if you want a crispier texture on the banh xeo add ice cubes to the batter mix. Gives the frying part a quick shock.

[@DogDudeDrone]

looking delicious, those folks had a beautiful garden!

[@knoxtique]

Very nice you guys, excellent catch clean and cook! New Zealand is beautiful!

[@whatshappenedhere1784]

If you're still in NZ you should check out the canals in Twizel in the south island, some of the biggest trout in the world are caught there if a bit of freshwater fishing interests you

[@gilbertdelgado6703]

That dish looks fantastic!

[@tanioraaura1274]

at easy pickings. The cockles are Delicious on a simple piece of bread.

[@weezerr2d283]

Thanks for the video…looks like a beautiful place…stay safe !!

[@lee215]

Wow, that looked so good.

[@herbkepa5295]

I'm so happy you are in New Zealand now, hope you get a chance to dive Kaikoura

[@angrygun7826]

love your channel man, hope youre having a blast

[@reallovechannel1309]

Don't forget to introduce your lady at the beginning of your videos lol 🙏

[@bcgmktg]

I had a rough school year, so I'm just catching back up on every video I missed. This has been so soothing to catch up on and man did I miss Taklyn!!

[@rogerrichardson2223]

Mann Joslyn is focused eating her meal , like she does digging for clams lol 👍

[@dashamunch]

This activity is very fun. Catching something to eat then cook it after. 🥰

[@dwaynewladyka577]

Another awesome adventure, and some great looking dishes with those clams. Cheers Taku and Jocelyn! 👍👍✌️

[@yellostallion]

Fresh banh xeo with fresh garden veggies... Heaven!

[@timgofa8822]

Wow! Yum! Gonna have to give them both a try, Cheers

[@karinaperez1269]

Amazing content as always. Food looked amazing!!!

[@jessesmith4200]

Awesome time as usual !

[@buiquocthuan2446]

Hi Taku! i'm a fan in your channel and i so happy because you love a food in my country. I hope you have the opportunity to come and experience more delicious dishes in VIETNAM. Good health

[@hermiegoliat1735]

love you videos taku ,looking forward to next vlogs.

[@Coyote_Kev]

One of my favorite dishes

[@onedelish]

That's amazing love this channel!

[@SocketSilver]

That looked freaking good!

[@alisalvation9318]

kiaora taku and jocelyn welcome to aotearoa u r going to love it here fishing hunting foraging and the people enjoy your stay cheers

[@glencuthers5780]

The main reason l go back home is to see family and seafood!! Awesome video

[@leonchee]

Excellent episode, looks delicious

[@Jaymon1231]

Nothing like a feed of Pipi. There are a variety of clam called Tuatua that make a good kai. Happy foraging Taku, I am jealous as hell watching from cold rainy Washington. 🤙🏽

[@joedennehy386]

I feel honoured that you came to our country< i am delighted that you enjoyed much of what we offer, I truly wish You had have come up to Coromandel. I would have taken you out fishing. Kia kaha brother

[@yobbawanna6565]

I only watch to see your lady eat your food. I have never seen such a patient pair. You two!!

[@JKiesanowski]

I grew up foraging in Marahau ❤ it's a beautiful wee spot!

[@michaelunbewust8915]

So cool to see you guys doing New Zealand. After watching you and JE Wilds it's on my bucket list. Should try to contact him and get some yellowtail info but I'm sure your host has the skinny on them too! Cheers, Amigo and Amiga!

[@kurtisgillen7658]

Love y'all show. God bless

[@actiaint]

discovered your channel before you came here to NZ: welcome! clams, pippis etc... leave overnight in bucket of seawater and no sand in them :)

[@Bluerunt]

Aayyeee got that Stella Artois! Love your videos and overall energy man. Very humble

[@scottyplug]

March 31, 2023. Nearly 700K. I'm telling you guys, your first Mil is this year!!

[@drivin69]

hell ya 5 gal buckets make great plant pots respect.. way two grow

[@Bbfishman]

always good to see your upload in my notifications

[@rodgeorge7244]

That dish looked awesome I love Vietnamese food and I really like Clams and Pippies and Oysters and we have plenty in Australia so I may have to steal your recipe thanks Taku

[@TheDiu]

those sun glasses he has are super cool! love this video

[@gradybrowning3976]

I’ve never seen so many clams so easy to catch!

[@misteranon763]

Homegrown cherry/grape tomatoes are awesome. ❤

[@davescheer5038]

🌴Hey you two , clam’n and Banh Xeo , yum the wifey poo makes em with shrimp and boiled pork belly , but it’s fresh spring rolls today with peanut sauce 👍🏼, glad you took us shopping it’s always neat to see what’s happening on the other side of the world 😄 , so I was watching some fly fishing vids were they were catching Kings on the flats in New Zealand , heck catching any fish on the flats fly rodding would be fun ! It was so great having that fresh garden there, can’t wait to see your next video, 👊🏼✌🏼

[@dizzlefshizzle]

For some reason, I'm always drinking when I watch your videos, and when you say cheers, I do every single time 😂😂😅😅

[@stevenblackburn4264]

Watched you for so long and you are finally on our island Te Waipounamu! Certainly hit Twizel canals if you come further South for amazing Salmon and stunning mountains. Enjoy your time here Taku!!

[@priscillatudela5892]

Wow, clam great just take clam in ocean. Glad you sharing your catch clams. Bet, you and wife tried. Very nice. Watching from Saipan near Guam. Cheers

[@cameronblack5718]

I miss the forage videos definitely going to throw in a comment and a like before watching

[@aronaeleven5574]

amazing i agree also wish you guys could stay for ever

[@WoodandSteel]

I always use Corn Meal to purge clams, works well.

[@SadieRTrego]

Hi Jocelyn ❤, I hope you're enjoying yourself, Love you girl ☺️

[@conairem.9766]

A cool dish for the cockles or pipis we call them here in New Zealand is dumping them in boiling water and let them crack open and eat them with sweet and sour sauce. You also need to try a boil up and a hangi while your here that’s a staple dish in Aotearoa-New Zealand in Māori

[@DungNguyen-to1kj]

Wow bánh xèo looking delicious.

[@paperpeng1]

The reflection off ur glass 💯💯💯🔥

[@samuelschult985]

As always great video and very tasty 👍

[@13onghit]

I’d say she is wife n best friend n has ur back she’s so sweet ur very lucky ur both awesome always watch what u goin to cook next hehe

[@heathercrossman9490]

My friend got some of the kelp chili and we have oysters with it tasted great I will have to make an order.

[@PSSKDerby]

Great video Taku!

[@whataname01]

Makes me crave for some good old New England clam chowder.. looking at all that fresh clams!

[@CamboFlowSportsLeisure]

Banh Xeo looks delicious. You’re too good bro Taku✅💯👏👏🔥🔥🔥

[@traceycorry2296]

Awesome U guys and that chilli crisp mmmmm

[@fernandoanaya3249]

That woman will never have to cook a day in her life again❤❤ dude put a ring on it ❤😊❤😊❤😊

[@erun8r]

Aww SHUCKS cuz you got that down! I’m definitely gonna try your recipes. Cheers for sharing!

[@petkulchannel431]

Great "Banh Xeo"! Lettuce wrap with it is a must!

[@hlebnikov108]

Banh Xeo are the BEST!! Please come to Australia and do a video session with YBS... Heaps of great fishing here mate🎣

[@trungle6039]

Vietnamese food Banh Xeo. You made it so good Taku !

[@vanessahemara1480]

I'm a native from N.Z. but living in Melbourne Australia, love our seafood

[@mattmcmahon4553]

As soon as I saw the golden sand I knew you were in the Abel Tasman! Marahau and Motueka, you're right on my doorstep! Plenty on kingfish still around Tasman Bay at the moment. If you're still here you need to go fishing at the "Spat Farm".

[@Whangarurujazz1]

Loving the videos. Im hoping to see how you cook some pauas. My favourite food is kinas or uni so I'll be waiting for that video.