The Perfect Steak (Alternative)

[@WorcesterTerrariums]

Work days with Derek and Frankie make me more productive; we take short COD zombie breaks, and I get to eat the best food in the world.

[@DerekSarnoChef]

It’s always a treat when Big Ben visits and we eat and eat

[@tcfonts]

@@GINZO4849 The video game "Call of Duty".

[@dameonerichathway2298]

You are going to miss him when he comes back home! 🇺🇸

[@ricos1497]

Does he ever offer you a seat to eat your food, or do you have to huddle round the chopping board every time?

[@Hare_deLune]

@@tcfonts Should be "Call of Doody", IMO.

[@pixelpanic]

I'm a mushroom farmer and I specialize in lions mane. I'm definitely trying this method. This is unbelievable

[@2.7petabytes]

My mom has been a lifelong vegetarian since I was born. She has been watching you for a while now. She is very concerned with how animals get treated in this world, especially corporate farming. She’s still a hippie from the 60s and cool as hell! She recommended your channel to me and I love it!

[@LafemmebearMusic]

Ok 🤷🏾‍♀️ me and my fish and ground turkey gonna still be doin us 😊

[@spooney6388]

​@@LafemmebearMusic *seems like not only vegans are attention-seeking* the OP did not say that you cannot do "us". they said that their mom considers corporate farming cruel. please work on your reading comprehension

[@sherryberry6690]

I wish i can click the like 👍 button more than once. One for the steak, 2 for making world better place for creatures, 3 for Frankie ❤

[@debradickinson4212]

I'm happy that I found your channel. At 61, ready to learn how to fix healthier meals. You had me at mushroom.

[@MarvelousSara]

I love that you showed using the old cauliflower! My biggest gripe I have is I always have veg waste in my fridge because i inevitably buy too much and don’t get to everything fast enough. It would be nice to have known that I can simply cut off the “oxidized” part because I always assumed it was mold. Please please as our economy gets crazier there’s going to be more need to extend the life of the food we keep. If you have more tricks on how to make things last or use them after they’ve gotten ugly (if they’re still edible) please please share your knowledge. 💚

[@DerekSarnoChef]

Consider it done, thanks

[@TisDana]

@@DerekSarnoChefeven using frozen cauliflower, please? 🙏 🙏🙏

[@carmengray2807]

This video reminded me that I still have an unused half of a cauliflower in the back of my fridge!

[@ukgroucho]

My favourite 'reduce food waste' thing is to make a veggie draw clearance soup. Start with diced onion / shallot / leek (and garlic if you wish) and sautee in olive oil. Then add chopped / diced whatever needs using from the veggie drawer... squash, cauliflower, broccoli, french beans, carrot, cabbage - maybe a couple of small potatoes. Add veg stock (or mushroom stock) and cook until tender -20 mins maybe 30. You could have it like that or blend it. I use a stick blender as my wife prefers a 'non chunky' soup... I'll often then add a tin of mixed beans. Soup for 2 people for 3 or 4 days. Sprinkle a little chpped coriander or parsley into each bowl as you serve... Simple and nuritious lunch - or even a inner with some garlic bread - and saves on food waste. Gotta make one tomorrow.

[@BadgerBJJ]

It almost looked like sweetbreads

[@RescueDogTeddy]

Thank you for helping the animals ❤

[@DerekSarnoChef]

Love em so much

[@sligo405]

I like everything about this video. Close ups of the canine mug help to drive the plot forward.

[@DerekSarnoChef]

She insists lol

[@joeb4142]

I’ve been very sick and binge watching Derek’s videos. He’s such a nice guy, I love his plant-based ethos, he’s funny and improves my mood and his wonderful recipes almost make me hungry enough to eat. 😊

[@Anarchistyogi]

I see Derek, I click- I see Frankie, I smile. Boy did I miss her sass! Thank you for teaching me about the cauliflower, I always thought the gray spots were moldy or something, now I don’t have to worry as much.

[@valeriescrivner3857]

Sweet bouquet garni trick with the scallion top 💚 Always learning 👍

[@carolynzinck6011]

I had my first Lions Mane mushroom/steak last week & now I'm hooked. Can't wait to try these recipes. My black lab is named Betty Spaghetti & she's sending a big woof out to Frankie♡

[@flenzy]

I love that name.

[@TheArchnerd]

I need to start growing mushrooms.

[@7drunkenmermaids431]

Same. I can't find anything fancier than a portobello where I live.

[@DerekSarnoChef]

Me too!!

[@Dublin1008]

Me too!

[@Dublin1008]

This is fantastic Derek, thank you so much!

[@StarDust_2077]

Same. The lions mane here are so expensive for the tiniest piece.

[@matthew731]

Hi Derek. Big fan. Please consider doing a video (or series?) on cooking with frozen veggies. A lot of vegans, and people have to shop at walmart. I live in a very rural area and getting good fresh produce is difficult. Love your channel & looking forward to more content! 🖖🌿

[@Ben-ql1fp]

This is so amazing, turned vegan a year ago and your videos make me so happy. I ordered a big cutting board like yours and started to cook like you do. I love that you do not have measurements for your spices cause that is whats cooking is all about, finding your own taste. Thank you for teaching me that!

[@kellynkarr6270]

Killer technique! Amazing to see it in the vegan realm!!!!! ❤ I love how you do the squeeze test at the end. Would totally satisfy those cooking vegan who miss cooking briskets!

[@DerekSarnoChef]

Honestly mind blowing

[@marypawlus8713]

This looks so good! I have to start growing lions mane. Where I live it only comes prepackaged in really small packages for an exhorbitant amount of money. Thank you Derek for all that you do! Frankie should become a standup comedian once you are back in the US.

[@DerekSarnoChef]

She has me laughing all the time

[@jodycody11]

So jealous of Ben! Pavlovian response to your videos!❤😂❤

[@DerekSarnoChef]

The tall guy wins again lol

[@tcfonts]

Derek always bringing something joyfully, new to the table - literally.

[@ocelotcat]

I love Frankie's comments and expressions, what a doll 💜🐾💜 Recipe is perfection too, thank you 🙏💕

[@MerleONeal]

I reeeeally want to try growing my own mushrooms - lionsmane would be awesome to grow since it's hard to find those HUGE ones that you've always got which seem to be the best of the best for the look and experience of it all. I'm not sure if you've done a mushroom growing video but I know you're in the biz!

[@DerekSarnoChef]

So worth it, there are growers in CA. I used to get them from Santa Monica farmers market. I’ll find out more once I’m back and share

[@jillneary2193]

hello Frankie🥰 and Derek!

[@DerekSarnoChef]

Hello!!

[@iceathletic.]

I am slowly learning from you how to cook vegan dishes.

[@DerekSarnoChef]

So many opportunities

[@Lyran7]

You'll be great in no time 😊

[@DavidPerez-zs8im]

You will find that dish in a very fancy Vegan restaurant in NYC.. expensive too ..only Derek man.. omg so yummy.. thank you bro.. NYC one ❤️ to Franky

[@DerekSarnoChef]

lol funny no one has asked me to come try - thanks bud

[@KandyLovesGreen]

What a beautiful meal! I could almost smell the deliciousness through the screen! Love that you don't waste. Hugs to you and Miss Frankie! 💚

[@JoanieHaynie]

Looks amazing! My neighbor grows mushrooms and gives me some. Will definitely try this. I'm vegan...perfect for me!! Thank you for sharing . Hi Frankie!

[@DerekSarnoChef]

It’s a game changer

[@MilaLu]

What a perfect timing! I harvested one of those beautiful mushrooms two days ago while hiking and super intimidated to prepare it. Guess what’s for dinner tonight.

[@pacaluvr7963]

Love the treatment for older cauliflower. You really had me at the mustard, my favorite condiment. Can’t wait to taste the reverse sear on the mushrooms. Great video.

[@garystepp1054]

Great recipe. I actually found Lions Mane mushrooms at our local asian store outaide of Wshington DC (H-Mart). I made this tonight and it was great. Thank you for sharing this.m

[@rebeccalambert9491]

I really appreciate your teaching of restaurant techniques like clean as you go and par-cooking ahead. THANK YOU!!

[@debk1459]

6 months into my vegetarian journey, and these videos have saved me. This lions mane recipe was so doable (even for an amateur like me)! Delicious! I live on the NH seacoast and bought my lions mane at a local farmers market and the mushroom farmers were big fans of the Sarno Sear!

[@stephensano9156]

Derek, I am amazed at how much color you created on the lions mane during the prep. Many chefs use paprika to color chicken breast when pan searing. Your mushroom just accumulated beautiful color roasting it.

[@katiesnelgrove8634]

Sad to hear you’re leaving the uk! Great loss for us. Thanks for all the tasty recipes and tips. Best of luck on your future travels!

[@matmul4850]

When did he say that?

[@kyungseo6908]

@@matmul4850In a video a week or so ago, before Nov 5’s election results. I won’t blame him if he changes his mind.

[@ReillyWilde]

@@matmul4850Derek mentioned his pending move back to the US in a prior video. 🇺🇸

[@AddamJane]

Yep he is getting a camper van to travel around USA with Frankie but he is still going to cook for us - so all will be well ❤❤!

[@bradlafferty]

I just harvested the first flush of Winecap mushrooms from my garden. I sautéed them with homegrown garlic in olive oil. I’m hooked. Thanks for these mushroom recipes! Great vid.

[@jeanmargolis9373]

I not only love your recipes but have learned a lot to make some variations on my own on my cooking. Love the organized and time saving ideas I have adopted from you.

[@chriskerr9103]

Oh wow! Will absolutely try this

[@DerekSarnoChef]

Please do!

[@barbaracohen2856]

ALWAYS a joy to see you and Frankie, Derek, thank you!💙

[@carriecusenz6173]

I had never even heard of these mushrooms before discovering your channel, but now I'm on a mission to find some and try them, this looks absolutely delicious! Your techniques are so efficient and you waste nothing, you and Frankie are a joy to watch. I just found your channel a few days ago but have already learned some great stuff. I look forward to checking out all of your content.

[@debibowman9173]

Oh my goodness, this meal looks AMAZING! I don’t know if I have even seen this mushroom unfortunately. May have to improvise. Thankyou for this beautiful dinner.

[@mistymoor7114]

Can I come for Dinner, Derek, I am starving, wondering whats for tea and wow, that food looks sooo good. I'm in UK, could be there by train in a few hours, lol.

[@DerekSarnoChef]

Probably easier if you order some mushrooms. It’s nap time here

[@konradzuse4778]

I'm superglad that your channel is finally getting the recognition it deserves with a growing subscriber count, and I hope it continues to climb! Not long ago, I couldn't understand why your channel only had around 130,000 subscribers, especially when other, less impressive vegan cooking channels had so many more. For what felt like ages, the numbers remained constant! Now they’re finally rising, and it feels like a victory for quality content. However, there's something about these exponential growth curves - in subscribers, revenue, or even business in general - that doesn't feel right. It raises a moral question: why isn't quality itself the factor that’s rewarded? Instead, we seem to live in a system attention alone generates even more attention, regardless of merit. In a fair world, channels like yours, full of genuine value, would naturally rise to the top, while those lacking substance would fade out. But instead, we see a feedback loop where high clicks lead to even higher clicks, more ads, more sales, and so on - an endless cycle that rewards visibility over substance. And honestly, that feels irrational. Almost crazy.

[@Gypsisoul1111]

I just made a version of this! Soooooooo good! Saw the Lions Mane at the Farmers mkt I knew I HAD to make it

[@natashafalke3295]

OMG!!!! Just OMG! This looks UNREAL!!!!!! I learn so much from you thank you for sharing!!!!!

[@voice4voicelessKrzysiek]

I don't know what I enjoy more, watching Derek cooking or watching beautiful Frankie 🤣

[@pinky5484]

Loved it 🎉 Red wine reduction at the end was 🤤 Can you do a video of Frankie and what she eats since she is a vegan too??!

[@DerekSarnoChef]

I did already in a video. Just mix her dry food with frozen veg and boiling water for a gravy is her usual

[@photogTera]

Because of you, I make the lions mane steaks in my cast iron, pressing it; game changer! So I will 100% be trying this tomorrow. Can't wait! You're so amazing.

[@paw2287]

As always, superb! But the BEST part is your companion and her remarks!

[@ksobczak61]

Ben is a good friend..you are fortunate

[@hilaallnaturalsoaps9628]

WOW Derek, no words left, just WOW

[@mzphitslave]

Gorgeous production as well! Chefs kiss🧨

[@nanny8675309]

This is the first time I have almost all the ingredients in my fridge😁I’m gonna stress one more time because I have three dogs who go crazy over the roots, stem, part of cauliflower, broccoli, cabbage(no leaves) and even brussels sprouts. I have one who’s salivating when he comes over for it. I bet as a fellow vegan dog she might like it and then there’s very little waste. Thanks for a really great video. The editing was top-notch today.

[@DerekSarnoChef]

Thanks for watching. She gets plenty.

[@nanny8675309]

@@DerekSarnoChef I would never imply that Frankie does not get enough! It’s extremely obvious how very loved and well cared for she is ❤My dogs just love it and it’s easier than putting in the compost and I look at it as a no calorie treat bc have a beagle that never gets enough😆

[@2gooddrifters]

​@@nanny8675309my old Jack Russell used to love these too.

[@GretchenHewitt]

Since I am not a great cook, and don't like measuring, I find this actually comforting, fun and inspiring.

[@DerekSarnoChef]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@computer__eyez]

I am awaiting for your app to surface, so I can subscribe yearly! Having all these recipes in one easy-to-use place with step-by-step convenience and grocery cart integration. My wallet will be waiting!

[@veganne6909]

Awesome as always Love the subtle tip on giving credit!

[@anashasoldroxler5024]

Frankie 🌻❤🧡💛💚💙💜🤎💫i so much love your comments !!!!!!!!!!!!

[@edithmaverickfolger4014]

Thank you for all the knowhow to cook and work with all those mushrooms! Your cutting the potatoes in half reminded me of when I cut them in half like that, and put them face down on top of caraway seeds and bake. The seeds both keep them from sticking to the plan and flavor them.

[@ediem4222]

Lucky friend. That looks amazing!

[@shukyization]

This channel is the only chef videos I watch, it’s really elevated the cooking and I’ve invested in cast iron pan as result. I’ve cooked this recipe last night, it was incredible. I was vegan as child became pescatarian the texture of this dish reminds me of sashimi. I did eat lions mane with celeriac and tahini puree, a Ottolenghi, it was really good. I think Sarno and Ottolenghi collaboration would be brilliant. Thank you for sharing this recipe. ❤

[@barbballas7942]

Wow, i wish I could stick a fork through the TV and take a taste. Haha! You and Frankie always deliver. I hope one day you can lead the way to making mushroom farms more popular in the states, when you move back. If that is in your plans of course. I was very happy to see a new video from you and your beautiful girl, Frankie. It really lifted my spirits! Thank you! Hugs and kisses to beautiful Frankie! 🐾💗🐾

[@debrarubens5303]

Such a great chef. Wonderful recipes, cooking tips, and love the pup. Enjoy this guys sense of humor, his humble approach creating video content. Getting more from this channel as his focus choosing different foods helps me too.. so I can be more creative cooking for myself, my friends and fam. My puppy likes watching his cute dog on the video🤣Thanks. 👏👍

[@shannonmcglumphy5967]

I want you to know that after weeks of watching I finally got 2 cast iron skillets and tried your technique. I’m so glad I did, because this is so delicious. It works just fine with the little button mushrooms too, you just make little medallions. Thank you for sharing!

[@tazziemae4705]

Your recipes have refarmed me. Thank you

[@christineyoung6620]

I tried the press method on Lions Mane and it was amazing! Can’t wait to try the reverse sear! Thank you for teaching this technique!

[@angelag9346]

Hello Derek..I get so hungry watching these demonstrations! Thank you. Hoping you are well.

[@scerb100]

It’s official Derek, you need to open a mushroom steakhouse that sources all these lions manes from converted chicken coops.

[@kelisk13]

Love watching your videos for the recipes, but the techniques are also a huge reason why I watch.

[@DerekSarnoChef]

I appreciate that!

[@VeganViki]

Always life affirming watching your videos. Thank you, Derek! Love and hugs to sweet Frankie❤

[@badhairday8736]

Perfect timing . I got a home mushroom grow kit with same mushroom and planned on picking it tomorrow! And an old cauliflower that needs to be eaten.. 😂will share how I make out trying this ..thankyou

[@tazziemae4705]

Learn more … Your recipes are absolutely fantastic, thank you so much! So simple, so easy delicious.

[@cesarfilipepedrosa]

Watching you from Portugal and I loved the simplicity of the video but full of knowledge which surely produced a magnificent meal. I will continue following. Greetings from Portugal

[@meganx1]

Found your channel a few weeks ago and have been absolutely loving your recipes. Butternut squash “steaks” has been my favorite so far! Thank you :)

[@AmandathePanda-zdo22]

Phenomenal Derek! Thank you for teaching us how delicious mushrooms are... can't thank you enough, so excited to try this. Looking forward to seeing you and Frankie in your travels 💕

[@DerekSarnoChef]

Awesome thank you

[@patrickmueller2605]

Thanks for the joy you two 😊

[@kasaka28]

Wow! Amazing Derek!

[@NO4NAME4]

If you could please consider creating a cooking method for the Mushroom Steaks that are WFPB SOS Free, this would be greatly appreciated. I am WFPB SOS Free and would love nothing more than to be able to try Mushroom Steaks.

[@lindajones2256]

Watching from Portland, Oregon

[@PDogB]

Wow, salivating in WA state! This will grace the centerpiece instead of turkey for our thanksgiving meal! Perfect timing, thanks!

[@MariaCoupe]

Amazing!….thank you so much for sharing your techniques. Blessings to you and your beautiful Frankie 😊

[@sarahreynolds1200]

Oh man, this looks so amazing! What a great technique! Thanks for always being just a regular guy showing us how to cook amazing food …that makes your videos so much more appealing than the flashy ones. (Obviously Frankie has something to do with that, too😂)

[@DerekSarnoChef]

Franks is the star ⭐️

[@CelticPurl]

That’s looks so delish! Yum

[@DerekSarnoChef]

Thank you it was Amazeballs

[@AlexandraVicunaPerry]

Thank you for a delicious mushroom 🍄. New ideas. Frankie you are adorable 🥰

[@torpol]

that looks freakin' AMAZING!!!

[@giselafiege7169]

My mouth is salivating!!!! I have done the regular li I ns mane searing method. The taste is remarkable and can become addictive. Technically being a no oil when I cook i had to do this one with oil. Just delicious! I still need to find a more reasonable source for the lions mane. Here where I live, it is 28 a pound. 🙁 So it truly is a treat when I make it. 😋🙏😎

[@Rachelrose10]

The timing is PERFECT on this! I just bought a pretty little lions mane mushroom two days ago! I’ll try this recipe tomorrow! 🎉🙌👍🏼

[@p49N]

Beautiful! Love it. Only thing missing: Horseradish and yorkshire puddings, milkbones for Misses.

[@PSOHBMedia]

Thanks for another incredible recipe! I wish I could afford Lion's Mane more often, because I have become obsessed with your mushroom steaks. I think I need to start ordering some of those grow kits.

[@bethkeel1419]

Omg, I need that in my life. That looks soooo delicious!

[@DerekSarnoChef]

It really is!

[@brendascorah3649]

Can't wait to try this method!

[@stephaniesmith7317]

That looked phenomenal! I was trying to guess what made that beautiful steak in the thumbnail. No idea lion's mane could be prepared this way. Thanx!

[@dawnsongz4u449]

You my friend are a game changer !!

[@grapes4raccoons740]

Gorgeous! I've got to start growing another batch of lion's mane.

[@TheWellnessCuess]

That looks Delicious ✨

[@Graceful4665]

WOW, just WOW! Looks delicious!! Great video!

[@jagalletlynp]

OMG! Drooling here!!! Definitely something to serve guests.

[@DerekSarnoChef]

Or eat on your own :)

[@myjewelry4u]

The whole dish looks beautiful! Hi, Frankie ❤

[@brendismuke8149]

I will be watching this one over and over to learn this. WoW!!

[@liasprings6502]

As someone who's always avoided vegetarian meals due to lack of experience and medical issues that make meals with long preparations difficult (i can do prep in advance but it has to be several hours before I'm able to eat, which means i usually eat things cold or reheated), being able to hold something in a "only takes 5 min to take from holding to ready to eat" state makes me incredibly interested in trying this out. I'd have to see what mushrooms i can get here that'd work like this but this is very intriguing.

[@PlantEnchanted-y8c]

Just another benefit of living in beautiful Northern California is Mycopia Mushrooms - all our markets and farmers markets have fantastic gourmet mushrooms... your recipes are helping me to eat way more mushrooms!

[@DerekSarnoChef]

Thanks for sharing!

[@baypony50]

Great technique! Need to find large Lion's Mane mushrooms but will improvise, if needed.The whole meal looks delectable and loved your roasted cauliflower recipe. This is a fantastic holiday dinner, too!

[@corinnaheld7801]

Your friends are realy blessed. Thank you 🙏☀️🤍🌍🕯️🎉