How To Sharpen Your Knife Skills With Jacques Pepin | Dear Test Kitchen
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- Legendary chef Jacques Pepin joins our Test Kitchen Director Josh Cohen to demonstrate basic knife skills! READ MORE ►► f52.co/2MhjctK
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1:50 - How to Position Your Hands
5:33 - How to Use a Chef's Knife
8:29 - How to Use a Paring Knife
13:24 - How to Supreme Citrus
15:40 - How to Slice a Baguette
16:46 - How to Dice An Onion
19:38 - How to Cut Garlic
24:00 - How to Chop Herbs
25:53 - How to Chiffonade
27:03 - More Techniques (Julienne, Brunoise, etc.)
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I love how quickly this went from being a host with a guest, to a master chef showing off his skills and a guy with a big beaming smile in total admiration.
Love his smile
For real, I smiled through the whole video because he is so skilled and a great teacher haha
yeah he started doing a show, but ended up getting a 1 on 1 masterclass by one of the goats...
This kid starts off super confident and you just watch his face become more and more impressed until he finishes beautifully humble - the Jacques Pepin effect.
I have never seen a technique like at 23:59 before. His technique is much easier and faster as well. I'll definitely be using it when making mince garlic and herbs from now on!
I know, I found it kind of irritating at first, but eventually he realized that he does not need to get in the way of Jacques Pepin, lol. Get outta the way.
Spot on comment
Nonsense, that "kid" was in awe, and studious, the whole time.
@@marjrosen1295 the (kid) was fine. Jaques is A teacher, he teaches.
A wonderful thing about Jacques Pépin when he teaches, is that when the other person says "I do it this way," Jacques never says that it's no good. He recognizes that there is more than one way to do things.
You can go back 30 years and watch him do exactly the same.
Again, there is no recipe. It’s your choice
Exactly,
He always diplomatic. It's impressive really. With that said, I really needed the host to either wet his towel more, or have the plastic thing that goes under the board so they don't move. I personally just use scraps of non-adhesive grip shelf liner. You can get it at any general merchandise retailer (Target, Walmart, etc.) in the kitchen section. Those work the best, IMO.
He also knows better and can teach you to a better approach, easily.
Jacques Pepin is a great teacher, so skilled and not at all pretentious. Big love!!
So glad you enjoyed Jacques' tutorial, Lynda!
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105 thumbs up, wow, do u get alerted for each one, I just got an alert for my 3 Rd thumbs up, it's rare for me. I usually don't get recognized.
Too bad his son isn't the same. Was a complete jerk to the young man in the video.
Tom Nohmy iiiijj
"When 84 years old you reach, cut this good you will not"
Jacques Pepin is Yoda
Props to Josh for standing next to such a master (takes guts!) and quickly falling into learning mode while managing his awe, Jacques is the ultimate teacher!
People must remember that Jacques skills were born in a restaurant where speed was required. His comment about the amount of potatoes he could peel reflects this. Don't be discouraged if you never become lightning quick like Jacques. He had to be quick or find another job!
Wow. This man is a freaking legend. We had to study him in culinary school. The grandmaster of culinary. I honestly had no idea he was still alive. I don't feel worthy.
It's wonderful to see Jaques Pepin still making videos. He is a human mandolin! A true master.
It has become clear to me Jacques has more knowledge in his brain than he is able to impart
in these short videos. What a gem, a master, a true artist.
I always like Jacques because he seems like a regular person. He does not act like an arrogant celebrity chef even though his name is known worldwide. He has accomplished more than most men ever will, but he still just keeps everything simple and down to earth. He doesn't add pretentious flares to his food. He is always relatable to his audience, no matter what their skill level.
As a professional cook, I still haven't seen anyone with half the skills and techniques as Chef Jacques. It's just years and years and years and years of practice and repetition. I bet just about anyone will be trying to impress a legend if they could cook right next to him. But what a great video and for making it
Glad you enjoyed watching, Cheah!
You should try finding Pepin's video on deboning a chicken whole
czcams.com/video/nfY0lrdXar8/video.html
I agree with this statement wholeheartedly.
He makes it look so easy 😵
Jacques Pepin is an absolute treasure! His passion and playfulness come right through the screen.
I lost track of how many “hold my beer” moments Chef had in this video 😂
Randall Spaulding He is amazing and so fluid with his actions
More like hold my wine.
Randall Spaulding yeah. He is the boss! Anyone could learn a thing or two from him ... anyone!
joe jitsu Are you making the claim they best Jacques Pepin?!
joe jitsu oh, yes, of course. I am aware of the ignorance and arrogance of the average young person (under 30, and sometimes even over 30) of today. They think they have nothing to learn from anyone and that everything is better today. I.E. no reason to listen to someone from the past.
He was my dean at the French Culinary Institute. Words cannot describe how much I love this man.
How blessed you were! He's a true mensch
What a kind man! And a fantastic teacher! He is so patient. 84 years old!
You know it's a legit chef when he's this enthusiastic about a tomato. This man is the kitchen's GOAT.
Young guy keeps bringing up stuff he learned in culinary school and Jacques is like ”um, ya...sure?”. He has so much experience he has surpassed traditional technique and knows what works, especially for him. He has mastered his own technique.
Cringe worthy.
Artful Dodger he’s kinda right tho.
Ever work with an intern who thought they were going to take over your job and skip 25 years of learning?
I thought he was just trying to give the technical name to a process, I didnt really think he was saying any technique was better
Interesting you say that~ I was thinking the same exact thing! Chef Pepin was incredibly gracious & unpretentious-- but let's face it, without meaning to, he schooled the kid. Young Chef Josh got more humble & respectful as the tutorial went on, and I was glad to see it. Mssr Pepin is a living legend; it is an incredible honor to have the opportunity to learn from him. Some day Josh will realize what a privilege he had in this video. :) Meanwhile I'm knocked out by the elder Chef's amazing skills, perfected over a lifetime. THANK YOU for this wonderful video, which I've saved so I can watch again later. :)
I hope I'm still as active and healthy at age 83 as this man. Amazing.
+mike P
Amen!
Have enjoyed watching this brilliant man for decades.
What? That man is 83 :O ?
Drink plenty enough wine 🙃
And almost died in a very serious car crash in NY in the 70's or so.
Pepin is the man.
@@maddierosemusic he,sadly,was the man.
Jacques: "The first thing is that you peel that cucumber."
Josh: *does not peel cucumber*
think josh is feeling a bit intimidated
6:30 Jacques: “Then you cut it in half…”
Josh: watches him cut it in half and still cuts it the wrong way.
I think he wanted to pay attention and did not want to stop the flow of the video to get another peeler. I found it quite respectful. I noticed it too though.
I also did not see a peeler in front of Josh, don’t be so hard on the kid. He was a good foil for the master
I noticed it like he wanted but JHack was to fast for him. He did try to keep on track in the next segments....
Kid: I can't do it quite as fast as you.
Master: It's alright ... because you don't drink enough of wine!
Probably the best mentoring advice of this video.
Ha!
Very well said!!
Julia Child would concur!
Julia Child and Chef made a good pair, didn't they? She always talked about cooking while drinking.
Just remember though: The amount of wine you consume is inversely proportionate to the number of fingers you (are forced to) learn to use! In other words, the more wine you consume, the fewer fingers you get to use! :-))
So good to see Jacques Pepin again. I watched his PBS show religiously for many years. And now he is helping those who are in need. I thank you so much.
Absolutely adore Chef Pepin! So skillful, knowledgeable and passionate about food, so frugal, not wasting any little scrap, such a kind, wonderful teacher, and just such a lovely, gracious, gentle person. Thank you, Chef, for all you've taught me over the years of watching you!
So glad you enjoyed watching, Stephanie!
Pepin is a true master. I learned so much from watching his PBS shows.
Me, too.
Josh's eyes as Jacques was talking with the knife. The benefits of growing up in a French home is you become very used to this sort of thing.
I thought the kid did fine, he’s obviously doing the best he can and is handling getting schooled with grace.
83 vs probably 33 if I had to guess...50 years his senior I’d expect Jacques to have a few skills to teach him. I’ve been watching JP for 35 years...he’s one of the best right up there with Julia. Kid had a valuable opportunity to hang out and spend some time in the kitchen.
This shows the greatness of a true master. The man you are calling a kid is a test kitchen professional. Meaning he knows his stuff. He's very good. The fact that he was taught new techniques from Jacques, shows how great Jacques Pepin really is.
As well he should.
@@kenspence2802 Compared to Chef JP, he is still kid regardless of his accomplishments. Compared to a 60-year-old he’s a kid and the Chef is over 20 years older than that, and still working.
My Pop, gone now worked many years as Sous Chef at the Adolphus Hotel Dallas, Pepin reminds so much of him.. miss old pop
That's very sweet -- thanks for sharing, Mo! Glad you enjoyed Jacques' tutorial!
Cooking for 70 years already and still as deft and effortless with a blade as ever! Jaques Pepin is a culinary ROCK STAR!!!
There's nothing greater. Then watching a master at work. And it's awesome to see that he wants to share his knowledge with all of us.
So glad you enjoyed watching, Nathan!
"This man is my hero so please excuse me for geeking out" Anthony Bourdain before interviewing Jacques Pepin'
Mastery at work- Jacques is the GOAT, who can show you how to cook it four ways- just amazing to see the elegance of mastery. Maximum respect Jacques!
LEGEND in his own class, even when you have made these cuts a million times, still awing to watch his smoothness and precision.
Glad you enjoyed watching!
He said he's been cooking for 70yrs!! OG Chef!
that was fuggin tomato magic....holy crap. worth that segment alone!
That little trick with making the cherry tomato was awesome. Never seen that before!
@@HardwareLust Brilliant. And that little flower, in seconds. It would take me half and hour and it would look ridiculous.
Yes! I’m making cherry tomatoes today! I might even make some ‘old school’ rosettes
I love it! At 23:27 this guy is blushing and totally geeking out on Jacques Pepin! I would be too! What a great experience to have! Treasure it always! Learning from the Master.
So glad you enjoyed this video, Ruby!
I normally avoid channels like this for cooking related stuff, but Jacques has such a captivating persona I ended up watching the whole thing.
What do you tend to watch instead ? I’m new to this and I’d love some input on good Channels to follow
My no.1 professional Chef has always been Jacque Pepin. Glad to see you, Chef! Long life!
Glad you enjoyed Jacques' tutorial, Lilmini!
i’ve been trying to master the rocking knife technique for years now, and after seeing
Jacques do it i finally get it and can do it well. hell yes.
Rolla Dean any tips?
That "simple" adjustment of the placement of both hands tremendously changes the action of the knife. This is an eye opener for me.
Coen M huh...
Listen to his audio autobiography: The Apprentice,
My life in the kitchen.
The most incredible story of Jacque Pepin!
A great life story + good writing + brilliant narration = a fantastic audiobook
Listen to it a second time a few months later -- you'll feel even more joy ʕ •́؈•̀ ʔ
Thanks for the recommendation!
Great tip!
What an honor to get a master class from the legend. Happy cooking!
Jacques Pépin’s passion and fire for cooking is wonderful, more like a calm campfire than an inferno. He’s absolutely the best, no question. 83 and not even one iota less energetic when speaking about food than thirty years ago.
Merci M. Pépin!! Impressive. Impressionnant!! Such a source of knowledge!!
I'm so impressed. He did every vegetable different to everyone I've ever seen. It's like he's studied every miniscule movement for the best possible way to do EVERYTHING.
So glad you enjoyed watching Jacques's tutorial, Austin!
The way the host Josh handled the show was amazing... you can see he is really interested in everything Mr. Jacques Pepin had to impart. and how much respect he has for Mr. Pepin. He also manages to establish carry on a light banter with his guest
Jacques Pepin, the Perfect example of why being classically trained in French Cooking or other types of culinary disciplines leads to mastery in the kitchen.
What a treat. I've been watching Master Chef Pepin for decades. He never disappoints
So glad you enjoyed this episode of "Dear Test Kitchen!"
Love this man! Wish Julia was still with us when they cooked together it was magic, learned so much from them both.
brandon lantier she would be 200 yrs old.
They're my favorite as well. Such class they both had.
@@miskittt: You are so wrong...and so disrespectful...Not even the least bit funny...shame on you.
ethel newberry shut up! Julia don’t care.
This is literally free culinary school. Informative, clear instruction.
I dunno how I got onto this video, but Jacques Pepin is pure class and charisma. What a legend
I love how he just casually does all these and I am just sitting here feeling "Wow!". Humbly impressive!
A chef's chef; absolutely love Jacques Pepin! Thank you for this wonderful video!
So glad you enjoyed Jacques' tutorial, Cynthia!
Best chef on the planet 🌎
Josh, this was super brave. I can't imagine doing ANYTHING next to a 70 year master of an art form let alone cooking where everyone thinks they are a contender for best of the year. ;) The hat is off to you good sir. this was really fun to watch.
Glad you enjoyed, Aldous!
Getting a one-on-one 30 minute lesson in knife skills from Jacques Pepin is something we can all only dream about. Every time Chef Pepin opens his mouth, we learn something. And he handles this kid well, does not talk down to him...but it's very clear who is in charge here!
Why the need of people to be negative. Just watch an learn is the point; enjoy an excellent video. I'm really looking forward to improve my skills. Thank you JP!
I LOVE seeing the close shots of Jacques' hands. A true master and a wonderful intimate glimpse into what 70 years of artistry will produce.
12:13 "the old school garnish right there"...this is my first time watching this video. it's so good that i keep stopping it, just to prolong the pleasure. great stuff, on more than one level.
for many many years jacques pepin's knife skills have always impressed.
Chef Pepin is a true artist. Have been watching him cook for many years. Always amazed with his skills and enthusiasm. Thanks chef.
When you realize there's a difference between what you think you know and what you know
It's not what you rlly know it's about having a legend next to you shows you what over 70 years of hard work and mastering the real techniques of French cuisine which is the hardest, the most technical and the "best" don't judge me I'm not French but for real Jacque is an absolute master especially when it comes to technique I mean he wrote 2 books called 'La Technique'
I thought after watching Jaques for years I had learned all his knife skill tips but he taught me yet another one today. ❤️
So glad you enjoyed Jacques' tutorial, Kathy!
Thanks Jacques. You are an international treasure!
Loved seeing these chef’s at work! Young and old so powerful! Loved hearing how long Jacque Pepin has been cooking.The food scraps use is so necessary. Thanks for the ideas.
omg, so many reasons to love this. but really where the joy is-is in seeing josh's eyes light up by being in the presence of a great master chef. thank you both. et bon appetit!
I just love Jacques! He is so genuine... love watching Josh learning from this humble master.
I find it amazing that Jacques Pépin is such a master, yet so humble, humorous, and relaxed as he teaches. Besides watching him to learn, I watch him to chill when I'm stressed out. Finger cuts are no fun, and take time to heal, and after dinging myself a few times, which since I'm a piano player is even less fun, I came across another Jacques Pépin video explaining basic knife skills, and (knock wood) I haven't cut myself since. Merci beaucoup, Monsieur Pépin!
I would LOVE to learn EVERYTHING i could from this man . It was so smooth and refined from years of use. I would BEG for every scrap of his knowledge
Josh confidently focuses more on the principles on what he learned from the school.
Sir Pepin: watch how I do it, kid.
Agreed he's trying to show Pepin what he's teacher has taught him instead of learning what a master has to show him.
@@watchingyou5003 My deep respect to the wise master. I wish his student was better.
I believe his "teacher" are gordon ramsay videos, i noticed a lot of his methods in the kid
@@watchingyou5003 Not at all, he's not showing Pépin what he learned, he's showing the viewers. He's trying to hold the show, but he also quickly finds out the techniques he has learnt are not the end all on the topic.
Pepin is literally a treasure.
I love how respectful Josh was. He’s leading into each section, as that’s his job - and he’s setting the context (ie what the technique is called at culinary school, and why they are taught it) - but then every time, is asking Pepin how he would do it, and any other hints or tips - then he’s watching, listening and smiling, as he knows this guy is the master. A terrific clip. I’m going to save and return to this over and over....
Chef Jacques is a masterful, teacher. He's extremely detailed in his teaching which taught me how to navigate my way in the kitchen. Since I can't have you personally in my kitchen, I definitely have a quick reference guide via CZcams right at my fingertips. Thanks to the host for presenting this video with us it's greatly appreciated. I appreciate all your teachings Chef Jacques. Thanks for your graciousness.🙏🏻
Priceless Master Class from the best. Watch once a week for a number of weeks and practice, practice, practice.
I love to watch how Jacques Pepin cooks, so natural, and great chef!
So satisfying to watch Jacques cook. What a master of his craft.
There are not enough hours for Jacques to teach all he knows. He is brilliant in the kitchen...
I've been learning from Jacques for 30 years. Thank you.
It is a privilege and an honor to learn from a true master.
old french chefs fill me with such childlike wonder and fascination. i want to be a chef, mom!
Amazing precision at incredible speed. I guess doing it for 60 years you become a natural. Also impeccable technique and commitment to technical skills.
Proves you don’t have to shout into the camera to be an engaging and great teacher.
Nor do you have to talk really fast and wave your arms around.
The best knife-skills tutorial I’ve ever seen! How cool it is to watch such a seasoned expert - a real artist with food, and such a charmer too! The knife is an extension of his hand. Nice to know that I have been doing at least some of these techniques correctly - now I can refine the rest! Over the years I have bought any number of fancy chopping gadgets and one by one they have gone to charity shops etc., and I always end up turning to my knives and a chopping board. With the right technique, you can do absolutely anything with a good sharp knife. I’m just a humble home cook but I love to learn how to do things correctly.
Love Love Love Jacques Pepin . . . This is the first time I have seen him cook. I love his old school styles that are holding up to todays plates. He is the standard!
I love Jacques Pepin! He is a great teacher and I cook like he does in many ways. Basic, seasonal, fast, fresh and flavorful food for my family and friends! Thank you for this video. It’s great to see him looking so healthy and happy and still teaching cooking skills occasionally at his age!
Just started this video and I love one of the first moments. Josh shows how he was taught to hold a knife, and asks Jacques if that is how he does it? Jacques says, "Well, I don't know" then tests himself. "I guess I do." Love that! One of the definitions of mastery is when you do what you do so naturally you don't think about it and aren't really aware of how you do it - just what you are achieving. Think of driving. Its like that.
Glad you enjoyed watching, Julie!
I've been watching you for years, I remember the first time you where on Julia. I'm seventy three now, I still enjoy watching you
Glad you enjoyed watching Jacques on "Dear Test Kitchen," Deborah!
So love him!! It' s always fun to watch his hands work.
once in a lifetime lesson, jacques is the master and a great teacher at any level
Jacques Pepin is LIFE!! He deserves a cooking award named for him!!
Jaques Pepin... What a get for this show. He's a legend from when that meant something.
I don't know if I've ever seen a man so inspire joy in others as Monsieur Pepin.
We agree :)
What a great master class. Best knife skill lesson from a legend. Absolutely love Jacques Pepin.
Love the Miyabi knives. Recently purchased some of them and they are so sharp and light. Prefer them to my huge Henkel collection.
Wow....Jacques Pepin is an absolute treasure!
We agree :)
Older knowledgable people that are willing to share life skills are awesome and so intersting. Thank you.
And it's so nice to see and rare to see a chef happy
I love you Monsieur Pepin, you are the reason I fell in love with cooking! A true master of the art. Xoxo
Glad you enjoyed Jacques' tutorial, Praxilla!
I love this episode. The youngun was so confident and full of himself at the beginning. He eventually stopped, watched and tried to learn. Awesome.
Lol I think his eyes were also starting to water from the onions, I know mine always do 😂
Love Love Love watching the master. His experiences are what define him. What he has shared today. Priceless Thank you so much for putting this tutorial out there for me.
One of the best knife skills lessons ever! I like Jaques so much. He is awesome.
his old school techniques never cease to amaze me. even his chicken deboning skills are insane.
Truly a culinary legend! I enjoyed this video tremendously, God bless you Jacques Pepin!
So glad you enjoyed, Bobby!
OMG! he is just like my grandmother from Quebec. Love this man!!
From a quick run through, what I like about this video is that Pepin goes through all of the essential knife skills and techniques that he knows. A lot of the other videos of him online are just of him cutting one or two pieces of produce. This demonstration reminds me of what I used to see on his PBS shows growing up. Thanks for providing the content Food52.