CHEF KUSH UNLEASHED: NO LIMITS Christmas Side Dishes | Sorted Food

[@kayleighlehrman9566]

Should call this series "Kush it to the limit" where you let Kush go at it like a proper chef

[@SortedFood]

Ahahaha what a great title that is!

[@bcaye]

What did he do here? Indulgent, tasty and pro chef skills food that he explains to steps the viewer thinks "I could do that!"

[@cftyftyufyfuyfty]

Limiiiiiiit! 🎶🎶🎶

[@MrAndinho1]

Some sort of white powder should be involved.

[@nanasguy]

oooooooh! I am soooo down for that! Amazing idea....love it!!

[@ladyofthewittyremark]

I love how Kush can be an incredibly chaotic figure, and then the second he goes into Teacher Mode he becomes 100% sincere and kind. It's incredible!

[@justinmartin8162]

Ikr

[@coffeebot3000]

This was exactly my thought. He is so cool when he teaches. I think he really wants people to see how easy these things are to make, and he makes it look SO easy. haha.

[@angelousmortis8041]

And then he goes back to being our favourite Kitchen Gremlin/Goblin.

[@wens1978]

Going to try the roast potatoes for Christmas dinner defo thanks

[@lindsl16]

And the whole time, he's talking directly to the guys.

[@christineh14]

Having Kush on camera has been one of the best parts of 2023. He really is a great teacher and motivator.

[@hoperogan]

"The roasted mushrooms will complement a bunch of things that I'm not doing today." ~ Kush, Christmas season, 2023.

[@SortedFood]

YUP! 😆

[@WallChart]

This is why we need part 2!

[@angelousmortis8041]

@@WallChart And a part 3, 4, 5, 6, etc.

[@z_the_world]

Kush saying "Jamie, this is for you my love" was so unexpected but also super cute

[@endymallorn]

My favorite moment of the whole video.

[@whydoineedanameiwillneverp7790]

Kush Unleashed needs to be a series! He definitely deserves a promotion from SidesMan to MainEvent! I really liked Ben's idea of unleashing Kush to cook whatever he wants from seasonal ingredients. It would be so much fun to see!

[@alexandresobreiramartins9461]

I second that. Kush is a brilliant chef and great at explaining his method and recipes.

[@charlottetooth1457]

I would love to see this!

[@peterhiggs9755]

I love how pleased and excited Mike looked to have Kush set him up explain the way he makes roasties.

[@Getpojke]

If you initially cook the tatties in a flavourful stock (I think Barry even did this in a Chef V Normal battle?) it really adds to the flavour of the final roast potato.

[@michlkwitz]

For those of us in the U.S., what's an American equivalent to the Kind Edward's potato?

[@Wildcat442]

@@michlkwitzYukon Gold Potatoes

[@michlkwitz]

@@Wildcat442 thanks!

[@danielsantiagourtado3430]

Please make Kush Unleashed a series! He definitely deserves a promotion to main event! He's best boy! I really liked Ben's idea of unleashing Kush to cook whatever he wants from seasonal, sounds AMAZING!

[@TanukiSC]

I could watch Kush cook for hours. He makes everything so accessible and not intimidating. He’s a gifted cook, but he may be an even better instructor. Absolutely love every video he’s in! #teamkush

[@GoodKingMort]

One of the best videos you’ve made I think. Kush really displayed his knowledge here, without being overbearing or ‘snobby’. Well done 👏

[@SortedFood]

So glad you enjoyed it!

[@alexandresobreiramartins9461]

Yea, this was fabulous and gave me lots of ideas for Christmas dinner! I'll be roasting half a piglet (we're only 3 people, so even that is too much), but those sides are phenomenal!

[@christopherlebel1241]

We have been so spoiled this month with all the videos! It will be hard to go back I am going to have Sorted withdrawals haha. Love you guys thanks for all the hard work on and off screen!

[@SortedFood]

So glad you've enjoyed a video a day 😁

[@wolfsokaya]

Hope you wont use Sidekick to binge eat because of the symptoms. :]

[@redeye1016]

@@SortedFoodplease do this again next year! It’s made Christmas brilliant

[@amysanangel76]

​@SortedFood my Christmas wish is to have a new episode every day of the year!! 🎄

[@rachelmitchell2144]

Indeed!

[@piplupcola]

I can't believe you guys been hiding Kush behind the camera all these years. He's hilarious! I'm glad he's in front of the camera being the chaotic gremlin he is

[@crapparc]

It's so nice to see Father Kushmas doing his job while explaining what he does. Usually he's a little chaos gremlin and his chaos undermines the value of what he's saying. That's why I love videos where Kush is just doing his stuff at a a leisurely pace.

[@invisiblekid99]

Father Kushmas. Brilliant.

[@jenahmarie6867]

I love Kush so much. He brings so much to the channel, genuinely helpful tips and tricks, personality, and accessability in the way he walks you through what he's doing. I would watch insanely long videos of him in the kitchen cooking and explaining his thought process. Like the 10 min burger challenge, but give him the full 10 min and see what he comes up with. No time constraints. Just kush being fully kush.

[@darthkaton]

Anyone notice how happy Kush looked whenever Mike or Baz asked about tips and tricks as a chef?

[@PokhrajRoy.]

Mike and Kush are like leads in a Hallmark Holiday movie in this video where they realise the power of Christmas through bonding over sides.

[@vargr76]

Hallmark Bromance

[@K.Arashi]

i never watch christmas romance movies, but i'd watch this one every christmas

[@zachdee92]

Kush has become so natural in front of the camera. Hes such a boon to the channel. I'd watch dozens more of these videos

[@creationsbychristieb]

I love the way Kush explains exactly what he did with each dish in such a simple manner. You can tell how much he cares about the food.

[@TheDarksunRises]

Kush the Unleashed, King of Chaos. Also casually running through that list of astonishingly delicious sounding dishes has my mouth watering like mad

[@SortedFood]

Sooooo good right? Anything kush cooks is always amazing. We're truly spoilt having him here at Sorted.

[@Queezle13]

Oh my god this is about to become my favourite series. "Jamie, this is for you my love" absolutely killed me off 🤣 what a fantastic video!

[@jamescarberry-todd4515]

Never let Kush go! He offers such a unique dimension through his humour, presentation skills and his ability as a chef.

[@OZARKMOON1960]

Best line goes to Kush: They (lentils) get in all those little nooks and crannies in your stomach where potato can't get. Had to go back and listen to that 3x. It was excellent. As were all those sides and as Mike said, you pick the ones your gathering would like, and it just adds to the festivities. Well done.

[@heather2493]

I really like Kush. He’s not trying to replace James, which is smart. He is just his own chef. And he is absolutely brilliant

[@kristamcarver]

Kush did amazing in this episode, can we please have more of these!! He has a casual swag we can all appreciate, and his food is spot on every time.

[@MrPaulisSmall]

Can I just say, thank you for taking the time to create captions, people like me(not deaf but some permanent hearing loss) really appreciate it😊

[@PokhrajRoy.]

It’s Mike’s birthday today! Happy birthday and hoping you have a great day and a great year ahead. Keep giving us iconic face journeys and screengrabs.

[@toscirafanshaw9735]

That was fun to watch! Kush did amazing work! Can we get a "Kush Unleashed: Vegetarian"? Pretty please?

[@SortedFood]

This would be fun :)

[@wietse1113]

I second this request @sortedfood!

[@MrAndi1281]

@@SortedFood and a vegan one as well

[@aichohvee]

Yes please 😍

[@mydnyt]

A gluten free series would be great as well. Celiac disease can be such a pain to navigate around

[@seriliaykilel]

Watching Kush in his element was phenomenal - definitely more episodes like this please

[@PatheticApathetic]

I appreciate how much of a proponent Kush is of using store-bought, pre-cooked, and ready-made ingredients where there really isn’t a significant difference in quality as compared to homemade ingredients

[@Murka88]

My respect for Sorted in general and Ben & Kush in particular is up there on par with any professional chef I've ever watched and learned from on tv/KZbin.

[@gerhardusretief3996]

I love that you guys are still using that scoop/spatula from kitchen gadgets, it's like a little easter egg

[@keab42]

I love seeing which ones stick around.

[@nicholasjulianriley]

I have several at home now and am getting one as a gift for a family member this Christmas. Definitely as good as advertised!

[@gerhardusretief3996]

might have to get one too then ;p@@nicholasjulianriley

[@Shelsight]

Ah… the “Suppoon”…

[@coffeebot3000]

Kush is so calm and in control behind the counter. His calmness makes him a fantastic teacher. There's no manick jumping around. I want to see him teach us more!!!

[@freethis222]

Kush is a superstar, can't get enough of him in front of the camera.

[@jamesp5408]

I love how Kush brings some of the James Curry chill to the mix while also being a phenomenal teacher and presenter. Kudos, Kush!

[@danielsantiagourtado3430]

More Kush is always welcomed! Hes best boy and his tips are always helpful

[@TraceyOfficial]

Could someone at the studio please give Kush a Huge Bear Hug and a kiss on his cheek? And tell him Tracey says Thank you for being such a lovely patient teacher who remembers everyone's favourite and creates Fantastical Food. And if he and his large family visits Cape Town, I would love to be his Foodie Tour Guide.

[@PokhrajRoy.]

I love Kush in the kitchen because the ingredients just never end. Everything is par for the course and he makes it work because of his culinary sorcery.

[@IvanSim]

When Kush said, "Shall we have a taste?"... they both looked soooo mesmerized by Kush, especially Barry... And THAT is pretty much how we all feel as the audience 😍

[@danielsantiagourtado3430]

Kush unleashed?! Yes! Lets go!🎉🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤

[@SortedFood]

Let's do it! 🔥

[@danielsantiagourtado3430]

​@SortedFood yessir 🎉🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤

[@TinyDan87]

Kush is, Hands Down; THE best thing to happen to this channel. The man is legendary!

[@LivingWithTheCoopers]

I have never wanted to spend time with anyone at Christmas as much as Kush, you can tell how much food means to him, how happy he was giving the food to the boys was such a genuine moment. Also, that roast potato method is what I've used since finding it, it will genuinely kick any other method away.

[@MusicalSaraJo]

Kush is giving main character energy. I love the conversational style of teaching and cooking mixed with humor. This format is brilliant. ❤

[@BotloB]

It is so nice to follow the stages of how Kush becomes more and more comfortable in the studio. All of these side dishes looked amazing, especially tha mushroooms, I will definitely try them very soon!

[@loreenbogdan4726]

One of my favorite videos of the year! Thank you Kush!

[@93Jasmina]

Something my grandmother taught me when cooking mushrooms is always add some carraway seeds. Not only for the flavour but also to help with digestion. And lentils are part of a traditional eastern German "Neunerlei" or "Neinerlaa" which is traditionally served on christmas eve. Basically nine different dishes, all of which have a different meaning.

[@ninamarie177]

My grandma adds caraway seeds to cabbage dishes (especially to Sauerkraut) for the same reason.

[@YatriTrivedi]

I LOVE LOVE LOVE this format! Watch Kush cook 4-6 things at once over a half an hour, and explain as he goes. This is the cooking show I needed in my life. Please make this a regular thing, even if you only do it once every month or two.

[@toni_go96]

We went through this with James, and now we're going through it with Kush. It's so incredible to watch how people slowly become more comfortable in front of the camera, and by extension, more comfortable with us. It makes me so happy! 💗💓❤

[@rainydays9967]

Not only are we being spoiled for content, a 24 minute video! Love it. I would love more long form videos personally.

[@Cameliachowdhury]

Probably will never cook any of these dishes but it’s soo fascinating and interesting how kush explains why he does each step instead of just telling what he is doing…I feel very wise lol..

[@AvidCat5000]

Kush is a magician. 😲🤤

[@SortedFood]

He really is a chef magician!

[@Cationna]

I love how Barry spends most of this video just sitting there and looking at Kush with the biggest heart eyes

[@brahnuh]

i love watching kush cook!!! i think he’s such a fantastic teacher and the way he explains everything is so easy to understand. i’ve been so happy to see him in videos this year and can’t wait for more in 2024 🥰

[@mssteffi26]

I LOVED watching the view counter go up in real time, quite a special moment to know there is so many people enjoying Sorted Food at the the same time, like a great big international food hug. And Kush dedicating that cheesy roast potato to Jamie, that's real Bromance🥰

[@lauracannon7857]

Love the questions from Mike and Baz for Kush (though I'm sure they already know the answers) but it helps those of us that might not know the 'hows' and 'whys', the subtleties of cooking, especially something we havent tried yet. Kush is an excellent teacher as well. Thanks, lads!

[@flowerlowbrow7873]

Love seeing him cooking. So much to learn and still humble and respectful with every ingredient.

[@thatfinnishkrista]

It's been so nice seeing Kush on camera, he seems to have a genuine passion for food and teaching. I hope he enjoys doing these videos as well.

[@leilawerner5620]

Thanks for show casing Kush's talents! Thoroughly enjoyed watching him. Only wish I could have tasted all he made. Hope he can perform again.

[@keab42]

This is fantastic. I really enjoyed the format with the questions being asked to explain steps. Kush is so good at imparting his knowledge, I hope we see more like this in future.

[@SinisterMD]

Oh Kush. Always a bridesmaid, never a bride. Well, you're out in front now! Always entertaining. Keep it up.

[@RumoSenpai]

You often cook amazing, mouth watering dishes. But this was on a whole other level! Incredible!

[@MoonyDrak]

You know, seeing how much butter Kush used in this video reminded me of a saying I heard a while ago. "A chef is someone who isn't afraid of using more butter than you" 😂

[@viralintent42]

This was outstanding! We all need more Culinary Professor Kush in our lives. Thanks for this!

[@cmannequin]

This has been the best holiday month ever. Thank you Sorted for tihs advent calendar of daily videos 💛

[@LailandiAdventures]

Handy hint if you want to save oven space you can combine Yorkshire puddings and kilted sausages (pigs in blankets) and make a well dressed Toad in the hole.

[@Getpojke]

Kush is the crazy lovechild of a Delia Smith cookbook & Heston Blumenthal's imagination (with a little Salvador Dali thrown into the mix). Really enjoyed this & would love it to be made a series. Those onions & mushrooms 🧑‍🍳👌. In season I forage a lot of ceps/penny buns. If there's a mast year & I get a lot, I dry off the glut for usage throughout the year. Some once they're dry I'll turn into a powder, it's great for adding an umami, mushroomy hit to stews, champignon tartes/galettes, sprinkled on eggs or bacon...etc. Brilliant episode.

[@elliebeeb]

Great episode, thank you boys! "Jamie, this is for you my love" - the Kushmie lives on!

[@whydoineedanameiwillneverp7790]

The shenanigans during the live show, and now this 😂 It's like Kush _wants_ fan fiction 😂

[@elliebeeb]

@@whydoineedanameiwillneverp7790 I reckon you're right and he does! 😁

[@gayathrikrishnakumar7627]

Love that we are seeing more of kush now:)

[@cherese773]

Kush is such a great addition to the team and its a real pleasure learning from him.

[@TheTekknician]

Kush is a fun oddball guy, and damn does he radiate the passion and knowledge - his skillset really shows in how he is explaining things, very efficiently and straight to the point and still easy to understand.

[@spegynmerbles3993]

Kush is fantastic, he has such good energy and explains things in such an easy to understand. We need more Kush!

[@TheJillers]

I hope Kush sees these comments and knows how much the Sorted community absolutely adores him!

[@kimberlyallen8975]

Shoutouts to whoever did the captions. They are so clear, and so helpful for those like me who have trouble processing words sometimes. Found them super helpful in this video especially ❤

[@JaySay]

We finally get the best that Kush can offer! I love this feeling of him being an "old wise man" with all his knowledge & tips/tricks, but then he pulls it back by his "goblin" personality. He's truly a bit of an oxymoron!😂

[@ferhottie]

his personality is the best bits!

[@alexien2716]

This was extravagant and I loved it. The chaos of "what do I do with these ingredients??" is a ton of fun, but the chaos of "I have these ingredients, gaze upon what I have planned" is something else. Delicious! 😋

[@mohalemoahloli8546]

The banter in this video was incredible. Love the chemistry 😂😂

[@vinniebradley9444]

I have to say, Kush’s video on butter beans carbonara made it be my go to side dish for special occasions

[@lilpixie25]

❤ wow, kush pulling out all the stops! That potato dunked in the melty cheese is going to be my side for this yr’s festivities! Thank you

[@XenaRathon]

I could listen to Kush explain how to make dishes all day. I love when he’s chaotic and joking around with the boys but also really enjoy videos like this too.

[@geckoguyno1835]

I love watching kush just go for it. This is gonna be great :)

[@SortedFood]

It's magic to watch!

[@monicareno4088]

I love when Kush is part of a video! He has so much knowledge about ingredients and techniques and he’s so sweet, kind and patient while teaching. I just love all of you guys and really enjoy every video.

[@amandaboulton8402]

Loved this learnt a lot. Thanks Kush you explain things so well, you explain why your doing something as well as how and make it seem 100% achievable.

[@oldbutnotdead1]

Oh my god, the onions...THE ONIONS!!! It all looked divine, but those onions!

[@kilodarin1827]

I would love to see a return of the "Dream Menu" series, but with the boys trying to make the chefs dream menus. Would be awesome to see how far the boys have come and how they can adjust a full meal to the chefs palette!

[@kirsty7721]

Kush might just be my new celebrity crush! He's definitely on my dream dinner party guest list.

[@andrewweir9151]

This video is one of the best you’ve guys have done, super informative, some great new ideas for Christmas, perfect for the intermediate home cook! Thanks Kush! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@mellowmanta8975]

mike and kush together is my favorite combo, love the chemistry. And thank god for Kush, he's the most charismatic guy on the channel, love him and glad to see more of him!! also I love how almost offended Barry looks when he eats something that is so good he has to squint to decide if he's mad or not

[@zangrat]

Hopefully this Sorted advent thing will be a yearly treat! Prefer this over a chocolate a day!

[@MoonlightCharizard]

YES YES YES. Need more of Kush.

[@TheMortey]

Would love christmas from around the world! Would also love to see you try Norwegian Pinnekjøtt the Western Norwegian holiday dish, and if Kush wants to he can gladly elevate it without making me mad 😛

[@nullnullsjo]

I'd love to see something fun and/or elevated made out of pinnekjøtt!

[@dottydot89]

Kush is a lean, mean cooking machine. He is just soooo talented. Go Kush, go Kush 😊👍

[@sparpie]

It is important that Mike knows that sweater is fantastic

[@SortedFood]

It really is huh?

[@The7TailedW0lf]

Honestly this video was fantastic. Fascinating to see the recipes and the process, definitely made me want to give them a go. I think the format is great too. Having Kush explain through things in this calm but engaging way was such a pleasure to watch. Would absolutely love to see more of this format but around other themes or dishes, not just holidays!

[@Shucksification]

Always happy to get more Kush!

[@doesitstill]

Kush is simply amazing. Funny, grounded and so much talent.

[@lihatdengarblog]

love a longer video like this🎉❤

[@mizeerie3659]

This has to be one of my favourite episodes ever. It's wholesome, kind, exciting and fun! Learned so much and got so much inspiration - and Mikes and Barrys reactions and interaction with Kush is just the best. Good job gguys - lol (lot's of love)

[@Fluorspar29]

Loving the content, any chance of some more vegetarian Christmas stuff? It's a hard time for us veggies!

[@7ab3tha]

Yes! Veggie here!

[@wesleyrussell8386]

Kush is fascinating. When he's being asked questions as an interview purely to be informative to viewers, he's quick and clear and understanding. When the boys are asking him questions during challenges he ribs them for stuff they should know but still gives them the answer. I love this guy

[@ShadeScarecrow]

"Salivating enough?" Mate, I can neither smell, nor taste it and I have to be careful not to need a mop

[@SortedFood]

Hahaha love this!

[@suzannahstan]

Kush, we always love to see you!!! Truly. ❤😊