How Chef Armen Martirosyan Makes One of LA's Most Popular Kabobs - Plateworthy with Nyesha Arrington

[@Rirruto]

I've loved Chef Nyesha since she was on Top Chef. She is just so intelligent, humble, and respectful regardless if she's working in a Michelin starred French restaurant or a hole in the wall take out spot like this one. She's great at everything she does and is a gorgeous person, inside and out.

[@rawdog1999]

You said what I was thinking far better than I ever could.

[@m0nkm934]

There are take-out spots with a michelin star

[@rowyeah456]

This woman is amazing keep her shows coming

[@mike3889]

Still my favorite spot in Glendale. The warm welcome of Their family everytime we go and the top quality of the food is undeniably unique. So happy they’re getting the shine they deserve.

[@Onlyinbean]

Great family and food best place

[@InterruptingCow]

Chef Nyesha is a fantastic interviewer. I really liked this episode. She’s so intelligent and respectful. She also gets into the heart of the place, making it easy for the viewers to understand what’s important to the business owners/chef.

[@ninetiesdude.]

I finally had the chance to try this place out a month ago, and been visiting twice a week ever since. The reviews are not hype, they're real. Food is phenomenal and Armen and his folks are welcoming people. Do yourself a favor and not deprive yourself from trying this place out, the food is that good.

[@Chads377]

Watching Chef Nyesha’s passion for food is incredible. And that palate… that’s the dream.

[@bookerdaniels1401]

She’s the most engaging, skilled and humble hosts online. Great sense of humor without seeming silly- comfortable in Michelin starred restaurants and food carts.

[@Rocioslane]

Her energy is great! I love seeing how passionate the son is about the food and connecting with family ♥️

[@Saurischian]

What a fantastic host. She's knowledgeable, personable, very lovely. She's a rockstar!

[@theschweetstop]

I absolutely adore Mini Kabob! Fabulous, amazingly delicious food. Armen and his family are super friendly. They’re always ready to give a great recommendation if it’s your first visit. Patronize this small business.

[@nacs]

We need a neverending stream of Nyesha's videos please! The Armenian food in this episode and the family behind it looked great as well!

[@aj.ahmed1]

I love 10 mins away from here. It's aiiiiittteeee. Great family behind it and worthy for a visit 1000%

[@acdb_tv]

Im so glad Mini Kabob is getting recognized. One of the best plates in the city. Hopefully the lines don't get too too crazy but Armen definitely deserves it

[@christophernolder5938]

Armen and his family are wonderful people. Always enjoy patronizing their shop and enjoying the awesome food!! Add this joint to your list

[@groovewithme]

Mini kabob is a family owned establishment and they are so nice and so deserving of all the attention! Been going to them for YEARS! Order ahead of time if you can. They make things to order so it can take more time than you’ll realize. Also it’s TINY so be prepared to hang out for a bit.

[@jasonk1891]

Nyesha worked for Joel Robuchon, the chef of the century and chef with the most ever michelin stars. Of course she can identify ingredients and do basic prep work.

[@masterminaei]

I’ve been here many times and the food is amazing and the family who runs it is just a joy.

[@mountagha]

Am I the only one to see the mad chemistry between them?

[@drofresco]

First off, this food looks AMAZING, but did anybody else 👀 at 3:00. “Can I guess what’s in the marinade” and then she proceeds to lick the marinade that was mixed with the raw chicken.

[@benjaboy3]

Yeah she might have a few sick days incoming :D

[@sethweirauch]

I'd be lying if I said I haven't done this. Chef's have iron stomachs lol....plus the copious amount of lemon in that marinade to kill it off she'll live 🤣😎

[@2darkdragon]

its fine, hooman strong

[@KP0719x]

I want to know what’s in the marinade. Want to make it at home.

[@Ponds2Pelagics]

I was about to comment that

[@megacheese]

wow the host and chef have amazing chemistry, truly a shared love and appreciation for food between you both.

[@The1Mustache3]

I am from Glendale CA. Armenian food is amazing, generally speaking Middle Eastern food is fantastic.

[@kappakai78]

I’ve hit up a bunch of ME joints in Glendale, and Mini is the one I keep coming back to. Nothing fancy, but top notch food, and great hospitality. Plus they got the pork kabobs.

[@stvk99]

Armenia is not Middle East

[@yunuscangoktas]

Kebap is literally Turkish origaneted dish not armenian.

[@sark4786]

@@yunuscangoktas thats not possible, historically speaking it simply cannot be turkish. makes no sense

[@Vinrx7]

​@@yunuscangoktas you are literally making sh$t up

[@mrbirdsnest]

Armen is the kindest restaurant operator in Los Angeles. They are a treasure.

[@killacambo]

THIS BEAUTIFUL CHEF SHOULD HAVE HER OWN TV SHOW!!!

[@willcookmakeup]

I've eaten kabob my entire life but have never made it, I had NO idea it was that difficult and required so much technique and molding

[@Qualitymobilevideo]

Mini Kabob is sooo good!

[@mackadoo101]

Great show! I loved the camaraderie between the two Chefs. Nice balance in harmony. Keep up the good work👍👊

[@sneer0101]

This food looks amazing, and the host is awesome. You need more of her.

[@Genny-Zee]

I hope Nyesha comes down to Hobart, Tasmania if she can! We have a phenomenal dining scene down under, particularly in the apple isle! Tasmanian cuisine is so rich as not to be underestimated.

[@kimbaker8227]

I agree with you!! Tassie is beautiful:)

[@SenpaiKai9000]

ahh Armin is the man!! That beef lule is epic!

[@raymondmartin5518]

Yes sir

[@thomasstengel7356]

This made me hungry and happy.. I live in a suburban area with no decent Middle Eastern food but went to college in DC where there was no shortage of it. Miss it so much.

[@chefhomeboyardee8]

Love her. Chef Nyesha is a ⭐

[@ShaunBMcKinnon]

I was drooling after watching this, that looks delicious!!!!!

[@californian2344]

Such a nice guy and everything looks amazing!

[@MissHoneyOnline]

Now I’m hungry! And also, I just love Chef Nyesha!!

[@burtbakman]

great family! love this guy...

[@torbernt86]

that looks so freaking good!!!!

[@jazzyfizzle0]

What a duo

[@mikemccurdy]

Love this. We focus on Texas foods on my channel, but I'm so inspired by these videos!

[@yanied9646]

I think she just tasted the marinade for the raw chicken? Damn. Really interesting look into skewers. I am curious why there is the method of indenting the ground meat skewer? Is it to keep uniformity or help the meat brown?

[@brianmoody2549]

Great things are done by,learning the history of the food from family, and keeping that history going on.the heart love understanding is in flavor is there.

[@arg888]

Family style platters are awesome

[@ccnbutter]

Would love to visit!

[@TheJakebriscoe]

you guys have chemistry

[@IAMrookie1121]

Did no one notice when she licked the chicken marinade that the chicken is STILL raw 😳😳

[@MrJacknutz]

And those nails! Ick!

[@GoddessKry]

I was 😦 I doubt she would get sick but she did it too casually for me

[@MrJesse200]

Yeah wtf

[@june_keke]

time stamp please!

[@milomohr7035]

Thank you Jesus that was weird

[@BOJones323]

They got crazy chemistry on the low

[@jaysilva5731]

5:42 how you kept a straight face I’ll never know!

[@rachaelstevenson7652]

Hey all, they taste marinade to taste if everything is seasoned to ultimately adjust if needed! Hope that was helpful!

[@matthaycock7925]

with raw chicken in it ?????

[@LimaFoxtrot]

You do that BEFORE you add the raw chicken genius lol

[@adlerdeardorff]

Can you guess what this raw chicken taste like?

[@JoseHernandez-tc1to]

That was amazing. I'm going there next.

[@frozenhouse5362]

by far the hardest part of fasting is the boredom. If you've never done a multiday fast, you have no idea the enormous amount of your daily time is spent thinking about, preparing, or eating food. Depending on your lifestyle, it can be really hard to fill all that extra free time. If you want a fast to be easy, start it when you are very busy

[@TheSimonJiang]

I am so hungry now after watching this 😂

[@Rocioslane]

I can’t wait to try this place!

[@KXYZ32]

How to make those magic bread? That looks sooooo soft!!

[@Dats_dope]

Ordered for catering a while back it was 🔥

[@Romafood]

Molto bravo 👍

[@skylar3939]

3:04 did she just eat marinade with raw chicken in it? :X

[@hamishwilson4927]

Tasting a marinade with raw chicken inside it. Wow

[@chaschas]

I LOVE MINI KABOB

[@davidsuratgar1139]

Sheesh, shush, and Sikh for kabob originates from the word seekh which means sword in Farsi

[@trislim4293]

Just wish I could fly to LA to try this this instant

[@gjulia312]

It's look delicious

[@algernon5776]

Too bad this video didn't come with links to recipes. Wow that looked delicious 😋

[@YaBoySL]

Great camera work......

[@roy87345]

Bravo

[@seavseabsean]

ARMEN GOT THE BEST KABOBS IN GLENDALE

[@AaronBrooks7]

How can you taste the marinade with raw chicken in it 👀

[@OshinAttari]

Kebab is Middle Eastern BBQ But Has Two Root's 1 Levant ( Syria Lebenon) 2 Persia ( Iran )

[@arslanrauf239]

Good to see Shia Labeouf doing well

[@zacheryp813]

I want to eat there. Meat and potatoes and roasted tomatoes oh my

[@badgrand]

Mini Kabob, have never been, but I follow their Instagram-account. Looks so so good everytime

[@jw7766]

What’s difference between kebab and kebob!

[@mushimushi523]

armenian cuisine 🖤

[@kimberlychappell5555]

Oh muh gaaawwd🤤

[@Lohwayswatching]

Are you guys hiring cause the editor must have had their grandparent editing this.

[@digitalnative3383]

Ahh she lost me at tasting raw chicken marinade

[@Kiianu]

Salmonella 🦠 2 -3 Weeks Holiday in the Hospital 🏥

[@mattbarnicoat]

Great video but why would you taste a marinade with raw chicken in it? That is just plain silly!

[@kaushikchatterjee1689]

Didn't realise Shia LaBeouf was a stellar chef as well

[@ENRIQUEGOITIA]

Did she taste the marinate with raw chicken.

[@jstewlly4747]

Damn i want Nyesha

[@williambolster8047]

Trying marinade from raw chicken?

[@Maelarix]

THANK you for affirming my dislike of Filet Mignon. Everyone puts it up on a pedestal but I can't stand how lean it is.

[@kappakai78]

Agreed. Which is why I been going to this spot for ten+ years. They make what’s GOOD. Chicken thigh instead of breast. They also have a pork kabob that wasn’t mentioned here, which you can’t find at any of the other middle eastern joints in Glendale, which has a LOT of good options. But honestly Mini is the one I always go back to and the one I always rec. It is an absolute gem of a family restaurant. And what’s crazy is how tiny it is; one four top and two two tops.

[@code4dragon256]

Pops has dwarves hands from the Hobbit

[@balham456]

‘Chef’ Nyesha tasted the marinade - in which raw chicken had been marinating 🤔

[@omi5118]

This guy is cool

[@adermm]

ARMENIAN KEBAB THE BEST KEBAB..

[@OhanisSarkis]

She tasted the raw chicken marination !! It requires courage !!

[@ellame2014]

👍👍👍

[@rad0073]

03:03 food safety hazard--don't lick marinade that has come into contact with raw meat, especially chicken!

[@schen7913]

She'll live. She didn't eat a whole underdone chicken. Do you think you'll die if you eat food that fell on the floor?

[@VarandMusic]

Using a shopping bag to tenderize the meat and lack of gloves by the father is enough to turn many people away. The real name for Lule Kabob which literally means pipe in Persian is Koobideh and it's usually a 50/50 mix of beef and lamb but unfortunately Armenians mix pork with beef which makes it rubbery and not edible after 10 minutes.

[@iancrawford2496]

I like how they take meat off the kebab. That means you are getting a good deal because you won't get as fat.

[@amrturki8248]

Did she just taste the marinade where raw chicken is ?

[@BIPOCperson]

Yes and that was nasty

[@schen7913]

A little won't kill you.

[@BIPOCperson]

@@schen7913 Salmonella can definitely kill you. You can easily get it from consuming raw poultry or even just touching a dirty bird and then touching your mouth or nose.

[@jayflow7949]

12:05 Jill Biden Would 100% Buy these “Burrito Blankets” and Gift them to Mexican Families To Wrap their “Little Breakfast Burritos” 🤦‍♂️🤷‍♂️😂😂

[@dysay]

Mmm tasty raw chicken marinade lol

[@pault6481]

Food looks amazing. Can't beat family restaurant cooking. For best practices never use a garbage, or non-food grade bag, let alone one that has been used and on top of that hammering the bag with beef inside. This is a violation under the food safety act. Best wishes otherwise.

[@SAGAtoday]

🇦🇲🇦🇲🇦🇲🇦🇲🇦🇲🇦🇲🇦🇲

[@jerchen29ify]

Did she just taste the chicken marinade with the raw chicken in there?????

[@bobgruner]

Los Angeles and the surrounding area is, by far, the most crowded Armenian community in the US. It holds a little less than half of all Armenians living in the US, making it one of the most populous Armenian communities outside of Armenia. (en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Armenian_Americans)

[@Dogecoinmuskelon]

Nasty that bag is not food grade.

[@LivingInTheShade]

I would not taste that marinade that the raw chicken is in.

[@gab.lab.martins]

The woman tasted raw chicken marinate. Yikes.

[@BIPOCperson]

Barf

[@49erMinded]

Sheesh isn't American. We use it in Arabic just as much as we use the word seekh.