Joshua Weissman Recipes
21 recipes converted from their YouTube cooking videos.
Best Chocolate Chip Cookies with Salted Potato Chip Crunch
Joshua Weissman's ultimate chocolate chip cookie recipe featuring a secret ingredient—crushed kettle‑cooked salted potato chips—for a perfect balance of sweet, salty, chewy and crunchy. The dough is chilled for optimal texture and baked to a golden edge with a slightly underbaked center for gooey chocolate goodness.
The Best Fried Chicken at Home
Crispy, juicy buttermilk‑marinated fried chicken with a crunchy crust made from a blend of flour and potato starch. The recipe includes a step‑by‑step guide to breaking down a whole chicken, a flavorful brine, and tips for achieving the ultimate crunch.
The Easiest Spicy Chili Garlic Noodles (2 Ways)
Two quick, flavorful Asian noodle dishes that can be ready in 15‑20 minutes. Version 1 is a classic chili‑garlic noodle tossed in a homemade Sichuan chili oil. Version 2 is a creamy sesame‑peanut noodle with a rich tahini‑peanut sauce. Both are vegetarian, easy to scale, and perfect for a fast lunch or dinner.
Ultimate Fried Chicken Sandwich
A crispy, juicy fried chicken thigh sandwich with a glossy gochujang glaze, tangy pickled jalapeños, kimchi‑infused slaw, and garlicky mayo, all sandwiched between toasted milk buns. Inspired by Joshua Weissman's signature sandwich, this recipe combines Korean flavors with classic American comfort.
Korean Fried Chicken Wings & Nuggets with Gochujang Sauce
A detailed recipe for ultra‑crispy Korean fried chicken, featuring double‑fried wings and bite‑size thigh nuggets tossed in a sweet‑spicy gochujang glaze. Includes a full sauce, brining method, two‑stage breading, and tips for oil reuse.
Short Rib Ragu At Home
A rich, slow‑braised beef ragu made with bone‑in short ribs and chuck roast, simmered with charred grape tomatoes, aromatic vegetables, harissa, red wine and beef stock, then tossed with al dente pappardelle, Pecorino Romano and fresh basil. The sauce is thick, velvety, and perfect for freezing or reheating.
The Best Mac And Cheese At Home (2 Ways)
A two‑part mac and cheese recipe from Joshua Weissman: a rich, baked mac and cheese with a crisp cheese crust, plus an ultra‑easy stovetop version that’s perfect for weeknight meals. Both start with a classic butter‑flour roux, generous cheeses, and perfectly seasoned pasta.
The Best Low Calorie Alfredo Pasta Ever
A diet‑friendly twist on classic fettuccine Alfredo using pureed cauliflower, skim milk, and a modest amount of Parmesan and Pecorino for a creamy, low‑fat sauce. Paired with butterflied chicken breast and al dente fettuccine, this dish delivers high protein, low calories, and all the comfort of traditional Alfredo.
The Most Underrated Dessert: Sticky Toffee Pudding
A classic British sticky toffee pudding made with a rich date paste, buttery cake, and a luxuriously thick toffee sauce, served warm with vanilla ice cream. Joshua Weissman's step‑by‑step method makes this indulgent dessert surprisingly easy for home cooks.
Perfect Smash Burger & Thick Juicy Burger with Homemade Dill Pickles and Sauce
Two ultimate burger styles – an Oklahoma‑style smash burger and a thick, juicy steakhouse burger – served with crunchy homemade dill pickles and a creamy mustard‑mayo sauce. Includes step‑by‑step instructions, make‑ahead tips, and all the little details Joshua Weissman shares in his video.
The Best Breakfast Sandwich At Home
A towering breakfast sandwich featuring silky steamed egg patties, ultra‑crunchy duck‑fat hash brown, seared mortadella, melted American cheese, and a sweet‑spicy mayo, all sandwiched between toasted brioche buns.
The Best Spicy Vodka Pasta
A rich, creamy, and slightly spicy vodka sauce tossed with freshly made rigatoni. The dish balances salty guanciale, sweet tomato paste, umami gochujang, and a splash of vodka for perfect emulsification. Finished with pecorino, butter, and cracked black pepper, this Italian‑fusion pasta is both comforting and luxurious.
Crispy Spring Rolls At Home (Lumpia)
Crispy, golden Filipino lumpia filled with a juicy, garlicky pork mixture and served with a tangy homemade sweet chili sauce. This recipe follows Joshua Weissman's detailed tutorial, covering the sauce, filling, rolling technique, and frying tips for perfect bite‑size snacks.
The Best Chili Garlic Noodles Ever
A bold, spicy, and aromatic noodle dish inspired by the street food of Chongqing, China. Crispy ground pork, homemade Sichuan chili oil, garlic water, toasted peanuts, and fresh green onions come together for a mouth‑watering bowl of heat, numbing peppercorn, and umami.
Easy Chicken Rice Bowls Anyone Can Make
A macro‑friendly, high‑protein chicken rice bowl with a sweet‑spicy soy‑honey glaze, charred broccoli‑edamame, quick‑pickled carrots, creamy avocado, and green onion. Ready in under an hour of active cooking, this balanced meal is perfect for lunch or dinner.
How to Turn Anything to Soup
A step‑by‑step guide to creating a rich, silky soup from any combination of vegetables using Joshua Weissman's technique. Start with a classic mirepoix, add your favorite veggies, boost flavor with garlic, gochujang and tomato paste, then blend to your desired consistency. Perfect for customizing with whatever produce you have on hand.
Perfect Butter Chicken at Home
A richly spiced, creamy butter chicken inspired by Indian street food, paired with a fresh cilantro‑garlic green chutney, fragrant basmati rice, and homemade garlic naan. The recipe combines a double‑marinade technique, charcoal‑grilled chicken, and a smoked‑ghee sauce for maximum flavor.
Fast Caramelized Onions
A lightning‑fast method to achieve deep, sweet caramelized onions in just 10‑15 minutes instead of the traditional hour. Perfect as a topping for burgers, steaks, sandwiches, or as a flavor base for soups and sauces.
The Bacon Method
A simple, foolproof way to get perfectly half‑chewy, half‑crispy bacon using a cold oven. No need to watch the pan—just set the oven, wait, and enjoy. Inspired by Joshua Weissman's "bacon method" video.
The Easiest Beef Wellington
A streamlined version of the classic Beef Wellington that skips chilling and long resting times while delivering the same rich flavor. A 1‑lb center‑cut beef tenderloin is seasoned, seared, brushed with Dijon, wrapped in mushroom duxelles and prosciutto, then encased in store‑bought puff pastry. Served with a quick pepper‑corn cream sauce and sautéed broccolini, this dish is perfect for a special dinner for two.
Easy Chicken Nuggets at Home
Crispy, juicy chicken nuggets made from a chicken‑pork farce, breaded and fried to golden perfection. Served with two versatile sauces – a garlicky chili‑crisp mayo and a sweet‑tangy honey mustard – and an optional Nashville‑hot coating for extra kick.