Tajín Challenge: 2 Chefs Make Dinner and Dessert With Tajín | Mystery Menu | NYT Cooking

[@Vitansikte]

New York Times, you hit the JACKPOT with these two. KEEP THEM HAPPY AND KEEP MAKING MORE! My week is made when I see a new Mystery Menu

[@azilbean]

💯 Yes!!!!!❤

[@emboe001]

These 2 took advantage of and abused all previous projects for all they could until they failed, blame others, then move on to the next.

[@hyejinmoon4882]

@@emboe001 What's the source for that lol

[@zanzishoosh]

Absolutely 🎉❤

[@lc360]

​@@emboe001can you elaborate please?

[@justlurking7886]

It’s so so so fun to watch two people who are so brilliant and in tune with each other. Whatever you’re paying them isn’t enough! Love these guys!

[@yishkabob]

Also the sheer generosity of the two. Feeding the whole crew because that's what they want to do.

[@Hullj]

One hopes. When Asoka was being used by BA she, like all non white men got salary screwed. If NYT pulls the same crap I'm done with them, too. So you are correct. PAY YOUR D'ED CONTENT CREATORS!

[@Lillkatzino]

I love these episodes where Sohla and Ham are excited about the unique ingredients. I‘m really glad you changed it up from frozen pre-made stuff

[@johrathbun]

Taijin is a great condiment--maybe next time Chamoy?! 🤤

[@hayleyleiberman8491]

I loved the mini timelapse at the end with the whole team eating together! It just felt like this episode was a big 'we care about you and we are going to make yall some GREAT food' from Sohla and Ham to their team

[@nixthrice]

highly recommend watching their gingerbread house episodes. it goes from intense contest to how much caviar can we give our camera crew over the course of 3 years

[@hayleyleiberman8491]

@@nixthrice Yes! I just rewatched all 3 of them 🤣 It's so funny

[@CowsMakeMooSound]

Would 100% go to a Mystery Menu popup. That uni guac looks INCREDIBLE 😍

[@azilbean]

OMG! That's a great idea!! 💡 ❤

[@Nosilla928]

Yes please!

[@emcarlisle6578]

And the menu can be the drawing board printed! That would be so fun!

[@maureenhewett333]

I would so go to that!

[@AudreyII-]

Ditto😊

[@bdellovibrioo5242]

Chefs: "I don't want this to be fancy. I want family style California fish tacos." Also chefs: *adding trout roe to the guac*

[@personaljesus3743]

also, uni

[@AnniCarlsson]

It's not wierd to use roe in family food. I use whitefish roe for just a easy monday dinner in baked potatoes with sour cream and red onions. Or to a potatoepancake. It's diffrent food coulture and what you find easy to find for family style meal is not allways same in other countries. I need to make it difficoult if me want to buy spam for example

[@AnniCarlsson]

Roe not that wierd. It's diffrent food coulture. I can't find spam easy but use roe for a easy dinner

[@oneawkwardcookie]

I was glad they managed to use the roe after it arrived too late to use in a previous video - it's always fun to see them make sure nothing goes to waste!

[@hasitdawnedonyou]

Gosh these two are so knowledgable. I’m really glad Sohla told up for herself against Bon Appétit because she really deserves to be paid big bucks for her knowledge

[@Drewgystew]

Too bad she ws a total c**t to everyone she worked with though including Gaby, the immigrant who worked there. She's a terribly hypocritical person considering her claim to fame is calling out oppression.

[@emboe001]

She had no issue with BA giving her a career after her real world failures, then after using them up, ruined them to progress her own career. Classic narcissist.

[@marielmorenolarrinaga862]

@@emboe001if so many other chef’s didn’t have the same complaints as her, (and some extra ones) BA would have survived without her. But they didn’t survive.

[@alli7447]

@@emboe001 how can you genuinely think a company who drastically underpaid their non-white employees was the victim here?

[@NotHere4ThisShip]

​@@emboe001Why are you so triggered by Sohla? She's brilliant, likable, professionally trained, and great on camera. I hope she continues to live rent free in your head.

[@DuyNguyen-yx2vd]

It's so weird how much I learn about cooking watching these two. I'm even picking up stuff they don't talk about directly, like using a food storage bag on the tortilla press (because plastic wrap is too wimpy). I can't believe how much more I'm learning about cooking in a video that sits between a recipe video and a game show.

[@TheIrishAlchemist205]

I think part of that is that Sohla and Ham are kind of like natural educators. They can weave techniques and tips and methods through something that is mainly entertaining, without taking away from either the tip or entertainment. Learn so much from both of them every time!

[@SnowfIake_s]

I don't like the taste of raw onions so knowing that you can simply wash it a little in cold water is great. They have so much culinary knowledge, it's incredible.

[@pinkstrad]

Same. Simple syrup in the microwave? Duh-but I never thought of it! 🤯

[@carolynerex]

Totally agree. Tasting my pickling liquid? If they say so, I'm gonna try it!

[@vigilantcosmicpenguin8721]

There's a 100% chance I'm going to use that avocado trick.

[@henrysansone5501]

This series is so fun to watch. It's incredible to me the way that Sohla and Ham can just pull menus out of thin air like this.

[@tallky]

Please never stop with this show, but also; show the staff feasting on all that delicious food!!

[@michellepolly7868]

I can't stress how much I love Sohla and Ham. I am Sohla's biggest fan. If she has one fan its me, if she has no fans I'm dead. She seems so cool and chill and positive and nice and passionate and just such an interesting fun watch but also relaxing vibes. Sohla is like NPR. I love it. I hope she continues making videos forever and feels the appreciation from her fans without feeling overwhelmed. I appreciate all her hard work she's done up until this point so I can watch and enjoy her videos. This made my Friday :)

[@NotHere4ThisShip]

Same. I watch everything she does.

[@mjitb13]

"I don't want this to be fancy." Proceeds to top guac with trout roe, uni, and micro greens. 🤣 Love Sohla & Ham!

[@SnowfIake_s]

A MYSTERY MENU POPUP??? that would be incredible!! All their tasting menus have been building up for this moment ahaha. The end montage of Sohla and Ham making the tacos for everyone is so sweet.

[@xingcat]

If Sohla and Ham ever did a pop-up restaurant anywhere, I'd be there in a minute. I'm sure so many NYT viewers would love to go to a S&H taco party.

[@emboe001]

They already caused their restaurant to fail almost immediately.

[@lc360]

​@@emboe001dude you're obsessed

[@rockpooladmirer]

@@lc360right? it's sad and pathetic

[@rachels2742]

My opinion - these two are Wayyyy better than so many of the food network chefs and shows. Ham and Sohla - you are delightful!

[@stephenmcclellan7320]

Don't get me wrong I love when they give Sohlam (Sohla + Ham) curveball ingredients like Jell-O or hot dogs 😂 but I kinda want them to keep leaning in this direction they're going, like where the ingredient is more uncommon rather than just being weird or wacky. I love that I get to learn about new food types that I've never heard of like durian, tajin etc. and it gives them free range to do more variety of meals and flex their skills a bit

[@Ryan_gogaku]

Exactly. Rare and underappreciated, not just wacky.

[@stephenmcclellan7320]

@@Ryan_gogaku underappreciated that's exactly the word I was looking for, thats why I love Sohlam because their meal ideas are so original and creative it lends itself perfectly to this concept

[@Silentgrace11]

I kind of enjoy there being a balance. Like sometimes underappreciated and uncommon, but sometimes left field that leaves them scratching their heads. I think both situations have their merits and puts forth different ways for them to shine

[@joantrotter3005]

There's Ranch ice cream. Not sure how desserty it actually is?

[@keegancurry2593]

These are the best days. I love these two so much! MORE PLEASE FOREVER!

[@globalcitizen123-hl3dv]

can these be weekly??? i remember when it was just sohla with cameos from her husband, but I love that they are working together for this show. they are super talented and creative.

[@3rdactjourney]

The blue cap is the reduced sodium version, which I use. The mix of chili peppers, sea salt, citric acid, dehydrated lime juice, gives this a spicy tartness perfect for flavoring pickling liquid. Brings a brightness to fatty dishes, like fried food. Glad you posted this video!

[@Meggs23]

Agreed. I use the blue because I can always add salt. I use it EVERY DAY. It sits next to my salt and pepper. Goes on so many many things.

[@mysticseraph2213]

We finally got Tajin in Australian supermarkets, but it's the regular green capped one, and it's SO SALTY. I don't know how anyone can enjoy that version. I can only hope I can find the reduced sodium version soon!

[@3rdactjourney]

@@mysticseraph2213 In the US, Amazon will ship the 5 oz. blue cap bottle seen in this video for $2.63. I'd send you one if I could.

[@justinguitarcia]

@@mysticseraph2213its meant to be, like a crisps seasoning. Its traditionally used on fried foods as the only seasoning or fruit (like unripe mango or watermelon)… thats where it really shines cause you get the salty/sweet/sour/spicy

[@SmokeyChipOatley]

@@mysticseraph2213 The regular sodium powdered version is best lightly sprinkled on fresh fruit or veggies (Mangoes and watermelon are my personal favorites). It is very salty but it’s assumed that will be the only sodium added to food and used very sparingly. I do prefer the reduced sodium one much like most people and would recommend buying some online if the original is way too salty for you. Fair warning though, reduced sodium doesn’t denote low sodium. I also recommend trying the liquid tajín sauce which is chamoy based (chamoy is a sweet, sour and a bit spicy condiment made from pickled plums). It’s not as incredibly salty as the regular seasoning and not as spicy as it may appear from its dark maroon color. It’s used very similarly to the dry seasoning. It’s exciting to hear these products are now being sold in Australia as I grew up with it in my Mexican-American family. Hope you enjoy it!

[@maureenhewett333]

The chemistry and love between these two is so precious! Protect them at all costs, NY Times!!

[@safiyule3902]

This one was pure JOY!!! Lots of love to Sohla and Ham and everyone who makes these episodes possible :)

[@mikeismasri]

The amount of money I would pay to be invited to a taco night at Ham and Sohlas 😅

[@DeliaLee8]

Right!?!?!!

[@train_with_tim]

Hands down the best episode yet. I like the editing direction and the upgrades to drawing board time. I also feel like the mis en place was better this time and the shift in tone from “competition cooking” to “how to entertain like a chef” is a welcome one.

[@justjeni83]

As someone who's been a cook for 20 years but not a chef. I enjoy watching new innovative chefs teaching me new things. Places I work don't offer the choice or chance of creativity. Helps me experiment at home.

[@channah64]

I love their sparkle and excitement this season - these unusual ingredients, paired with their creativity, make for SUCH a charming and educational show. I re-watch these often - it's so much more fun to see them stoked rather than frustrated with the ingredients!

[@usforonce]

this is my favorite series on KZbin right now

[@dani77890]

i swear EVERYTIME i open up youtube I hope there is a new mystery menu episode and whenever there is it's like CHRISTMAS

[@madelinefarrell2176]

It's so much more fun when they actually like the ingredient! Love it

[@ashmaagu9448]

I love Sohla and Ham! I just wish the videos were longer so that I could see more of how the prep the ingredients coz they both drop those knowledge jewels and tips

[@settleitdown4928]

This is in my top five of all time favorite shows on KZbin! Thank you Sohla & Ham for being curious, particular, talented, adventurous, and opinionated! I love this sooooooo muuuuuuuuch! I think about food in new ways!!!!!! I think about making things in new ways!!!!!! 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@tatenda7567]

Syd and Carmy coming up with the menu. Love ittt!!!

[@gumption76]

The enthusiasm went up to 11 this time! Love this series and this genius duo! Each episode is like the best kind of Christmas morning. ❤

[@hahahappyjade]

@11:05 "Tips on tips on tips." Blessing us and the cabbage with their essential tips 🙏

[@adammarier3909]

This series is so effortless to watch and so rewarding, thank you to everyone there who puts in the work. It always makes my week to see new Mystery Menu is up.

[@drkaeppel]

Sohla and Ham are rockstars. Saw this and instantly clicked watch! All of this looks next level good!

[@jleo18]

I don’t know why my favorite part of these videos is when Sohla draws out the entire menu. I would totally be ok ordering off a menu based only on her drawings. I might not know what’s I’m exactly ordering but I’m pretty sure it would be good.

[@amulyakaipa]

Yes omg it would be amazing to do a Mystery Menu Pop-up fundraiser!!

[@1will2kill]

I'd pay for a ticket only knowing the Mystery Ingredient but not knowing the menu

[@olivercompton5654]

Ham is like a technical knowledgable genius and Sohla is like a generational artist but with food. LIke honestly what a match. the way yall cook and the way NYT captures it is just amazing. Almost like a privilege to watch. If yall ever open a restaurant I would work for you, LOve

[@Hall0ikama]

I love this episode. Now let's see if I can get a taco party together for the weekend because all of this looks delicious and perfectly doable at home.

[@chantico506]

The fact that they shared a taco meal with the whole crew just melt my heart. -- the roe and umi on the guac kind of was a little bit tew meuwch but 100% LOVE THIS ONE!!!!! Awesome content … also: please do make the one with ranch … pleeeeease

[@kevnn6443]

I absolutely love the chemistry between Ham and Sohla ❤ This is such an amazing series, and I get so excited when I see a new video up! Keep up the great work yall!!!! You guys are killing it 😎

[@rebeccatatkovsky9424]

Im always so impressed by how much these two can accomplish in an hour. Really a testament to their skill. It takes me an hour just to cook a standard dinner for two 😆

[@lorassorkin]

Craving every single thing Sohla and Ham created here. Wow, that's looks amazing. There may be a Tajin fest in my kitchen tomorrow. I say it every episode: this is the BEST FOOD PROGRAM anywhere right now.

[@bianckinitan]

I’ve watched every episode of this series and I’d be devastated if it ends so please keep on making more videos like this. So awesome watching these two create wonders with unique ingredients.

[@jvansust]

I love that we get to see everyone eat the food at the end!

[@LI-pm3mh]

You can really see and feel that they love each other very much. It makes me very happy.

[@colettearmstrong1484]

@nytcooking keep these coming and compensate these two well! Such a showcase of their amazing brains and creative talent.

[@mikeismasri]

I would travel to any pop up you guys start

[@lenskiesky2389]

Seeing everyone eat together at the end warms my heart

[@CG-yj3zd]

First of all, love the two of them. However, I am never ceased to be amazed about Sohla's ability to sketch on the fly like that.

[@natalieo7539]

Its so cool to see them work together, its relaxing in a way. Obviously there's some stress from the time limit but they're like a well-oiled machine much of the time.

[@wm6549]

Sohla is such a good artist. She should design some merch.

[@astrogirl6213]

honestly like if she made shirts or tote bags with her meal plans doodled onto them, i'd buy them in a heartbeat

[@immoore4614]

sidenote: im so happy for the success of Sohla and Ham. I was so concerned for Sohla after the whole test kitchen thing happened so Im so happy that she’s still thriving ❤

[@vchavez09]

Stellar show! Sohla and Ham are brilliant, talented, charming and such a joy to watch! Their culinary knowledge and experience paired with their childlike curiosity and creativity makes this the best show on NYT BY FAR!

[@Halsning]

They truly are brilliant, so much knowledge!!!! It's a pleasure watching these two, definitely my fave series on KZbin!

[@MagiCaeGirl]

God the absolute chemistry between them was so amazing to watch, almost as amazing as the cooking! LOVE both of them

[@whoistedtho]

This series always brings me so much joy

[@jaydenhartlillard]

KEEP! THESE! COMING! -- Love these two.

[@meizhou9279]

This might be my favorite episode of Mystery Menu yet, and I love them all!

[@NotA_____Supremacist]

one of my FAVSS. Solah makes this series EVERYTHING

[@mypupiscool]

HAM did sm! Scratch made Torts (w/Sohla help) Pickled Onions Avo Crema Tajin Guac Fish Batter Fry Fish 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@galaxy_mosaic3587]

the colors and textures of the guac with uni and the roe looked just gorgeous...

[@ArthurAnymoredonuts1]

When I Konmari my KZbin subscriptions, I only keep NYTcooking for these two, because they bring me SO much joy

[@faureamour]

Can't say enough how much I love this show with Sohla and Ham! They are so creative. ❤

[@mjbmjb1064]

Congrats Sohla and Ham on the baby news!!

[@pattygilson9669]

You guys are the best collaborators ever! Great communication!

[@kay_luh]

this is my favorite mystery menu yet omg everything looks sooooo delicious!!

[@nathalieandparis]

God what a fabulous, talented, calm, fun and in sync couple! Just absolutely love them!

[@katiepak]

I love seeing the ending where the meal is eating together with the camera crew because that’s so heartwarming to see everyone enjoying food.

[@justinjones9028]

Thanks for the time-lapse at the end of the folks eating around the table. Quite pleasant even if only for a few seconds.

[@betsylindsay8480]

Enjoyed Sohla when she was on her own, but, dang!!!! Throw Ham onto the mix, and it’s the full meal deal. Look forward to new episodes, rewatch the old ones, they inspire my cooking.

[@Flydude614]

The pure joy in Sohla’s reaction to the ingredient just made me weep in happiness.

[@TheDavbi]

Love the finishing shot with all the crew eating!

[@Bruno-rm4zq]

This is what talent means. Sohla and Ham are the best cooking content on the internet today.

[@lemonadeslices]

this is absolutely wonderful. also kudos to the musician/sfx person on the drums/doing the background music!!!

[@ladybirdchance]

Sohla and ham are so enthusiastic about food its just lovely to see them riffing off each other.

[@jasminehudson30]

I am obsessed with this series! Their dynamic is amazing and I love watching their process. Please keep these coming. ❤

[@missauthentic8329]

I love the fresh, calm nature of these videos ❤

[@Meggs23]

My favorite chefs with my favorite ingredient cooking my favorite food. THANK YOU!

[@Meggs23]

And to see how they'd entertain... makes me feel a LITTLE BIT like I actually got to see a Ham & Sohla taco party. 😍

[@mitsuko0xidized]

This was easily one of my favorite episodes! Thank you so much as always for sharing your expertise and food adventures! This was so fun and entertaining as ever!

[@DeliaLee8]

As always - love Sohla and Ham, love their food, fun video and I learn so much. Also - I'm so envious of the crew who get to eat their food!

[@jr3wx]

What a beautiful spread! Bring back the ranch seasoning another time though please - I bet Sohla and Ham could make a killer sweet-savory ranch dressing ice cream.

[@geralynivettepereznegron2167]

Love this vlogssssssssss. So much fun to watch. Keep going on the season.

[@robylove9190]

Sohla and Ham are my favorites and, this meal is marvelous ❤

[@bootsncatss]

such an amazing episode !!! Sohla and Ham are always great to watch, but with the extra editing, the homey vibe, and the crew party ! it was so wholesome 🥹

[@daedubois9428]

I love these 2 and this show!

[@sfowler1017]

This is my favorite show anywhere right now. Please keep Ham & Sohla forever and ever.

[@redconcepcion9988]

Would definitely go to a mystery menu pop-up 💯💯💯💯

[@ashleyswaney1029]

I love tajin on watermelon with lime juice and just recently made a blended watermelon margarita and rimmed it with tajin. Soooooo goooood!

[@emilthomas6886]

He was a bacon king. She was a durian queen. Can I make it any more obvious? Another incredible Mystery Menu ep, love it NYT!

[@michelet.9233]

I always love Sohla and Ham. You guys rock.

[@noneness]

My KZbin dream would be for Sohla and Ham to collab with Hot Ones and make a unique dish with each of the 10 hot sauces and get interviewed by Sean ❤

[@J9mull4321]

I absolutely love you two! This is the best series! I’m always amazed at what you all come up with! 👏👏👏

[@ownprivatetrap]

Looooove these two & definitely would have loved to see Tajín made super fancy!

[@magurt]

LOOK AT ME NYT. whoever is reading this, look me in the eye. KEEP THIS SERIES GOING. i myself will fund this season because I. LOVE. MYSTERY. MENU. i am a normal girl, the age of six and ten. AND THIS SHOW IS WHAT DEFINES ME. sohla and ham are literally my comfort people. their ability to navigate food is magical, and their kindness is so emblazing.

[@azerial]

I'm glad the crew gets to share the food!

[@glenncamp733]

Great show. So happy to watch the two of you together, so in tune.

[@gacchan]

Watching this was so adorable. love it.

[@funk411]

My favorite cooking duo! Also love the fact that Ham always wears the Clementine cap from the walking dead video game.

[@alessandraflores9064]

Wow literally a perfect video. the uni guac you guys are insane but perfect

[@harvestmoon_autumnsky]

So over the top