Nick DiGiovanni
50 recipes converted from their YouTube cooking videos.
Fried Chicken
A crispy, juicy fried chicken with a tangy, spicy buttermilk‑pickle juice brine. The chicken is marinated in a mixture of buttermilk, pickle juice, hot sauce and a touch of sugar, then dredged in seasoned flour and fried to golden perfection. Perfect for a hearty dinner or a crowd‑pleasing party dish.
Hot Honey Egg Yolks
A simple, sweet‑savory garnish made by coating fresh egg yolks in honey and curing them in the refrigerator. The result is a silky, caramel‑infused yolk that adds a luxurious touch to salads, pasta, toast, or desserts.
Grilled Ribeye Steak with Dry Brine (Nick DiGiovanni Style)
Learn how to grill a perfect ribeye steak using Nick DiGiovanni's dry‑brine method, Binchotan charcoal, and a simple salt‑and‑pepper finish. This recipe walks you through seasoning, charcoal preparation, rendering the fat cap, achieving a deep crust, and resting for maximum juiciness.
Hot Chocolate
A decadent, velvety hot chocolate made from a dark chocolate bar, whole milk, a splash of cream, and a hint of Nutella, finished with whipped cream and chocolate shavings. Inspired by Nick DiGiovanni's quick and luxurious recipe, this beverage transforms ordinary chocolate bars into a café‑quality treat.
Reverse-Seared Steak
A foolproof reverse‑sear method that gives you a perfectly cooked, juicy interior and a deep, caramelized crust on a thick steak. Season, low‑and‑slow bake, then finish in a hot cast‑iron pan for restaurant‑quality results.
Fried Ramen Noodle Snack
A quick, crunchy snack inspired by a schoolyard favorite – ramen noodles that are boiled, dried, and then deep‑fried to golden perfection. Perfect for a nostalgic treat or a fun party bite.
The Best Salmon Recipe Ever
A simple, crispy‑outside, tender‑inside salmon made by coating a whole king salmon fillet in mayonnaise and Parmesan, then air‑frying to perfection. This Nick DiGiovanni method delivers a restaurant‑quality fish with minimal effort.
Best Lemonade Ever
A refreshing, old‑school lemonade recipe straight from Nick DiGiovanni’s childhood lemonade stand. Freshly squeezed lemon juice, a touch of lemon zest, and a simple syrup combine for a perfectly balanced summer drink.
1,000 Layer Potatoes
A show‑stopping, ultra‑thin layered potato dish baked in duck fat and finished with a hint of truffle salt. The potatoes are pressed flat, baked until tender, chilled overnight, and sliced into elegant pieces that look like a giant potato pie.
Chicken McNuggets
A crispy, juicy homemade chicken nugget inspired by fast‑food McNuggets but made with ground chicken, a three‑step coating, and a quick fry at 350°F. Perfect as a snack or kid‑friendly dinner.
Pesto Pasta With My Hamster
A fresh, vibrant basil pesto tossed with al dente pasta. This recipe follows Nick DiGiovanni's quick technique of blanching basil for a bright green color, toasting pine nuts, and blending everything into a silky sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual gathering.
YouTubers Control What I Cook For 24 Hours
A daring take on classic Chinese egg fried rice, inspired by Nick DiGiovanni's blindfolded cooking challenge. Simple ingredients, high heat, and quick technique deliver a flavorful, restaurant‑style fried rice that’s perfect for a fast weeknight meal.
Strawberry Tanghulu
A quick and impressive Chinese street‑style treat where fresh strawberries are coated in a glossy, crunchy sugar shell. The recipe uses just sugar, water, and ice water to create a shiny candy coating that hardens instantly, perfect for parties or a sweet snack.
Beef Wellington Like Gordon Ramsay's
A luxurious Beef Wellington made from scratch using American wagyu tenderloin, homemade mushroom duxelles, thin crepes to absorb moisture, prosciutto, and a buttery puff pastry. Includes homemade Dijon-style mustard and a rich reduced bone stock sauce.
Watermelon Tanghulu
Crisp watermelon cubes coated in a glossy hard‑candy sugar shell, served on sticks. This Chinese street‑style treat is quick to make, perfect for summer parties, and requires only watermelon, sugar, water and a few basic tools.
Pav Bhaji
A classic Indian street‑food favorite, Pav Bhaji is a buttery, spiced vegetable mash served with toasted buttered buns. This recipe recreates the vibrant flavors and comforting texture you saw on Nick DiGiovanni’s channel, complete with tips for perfect mash, stovetop techniques, and serving suggestions.
Parmesan Rind Crisps
Turn leftover Parmesan cheese rinds into crunchy, salty cheese puffs in just a minute using a microwave. This quick Italian snack is perfect for parties, soups, or a tasty bite between meals.
24 Hours At Gordon Ramsay's Restaurants
A classic British sticky toffee pudding inspired by Gordon Ramsay’s version that Nick DiGiovanni enjoyed during his 24‑hour food tour of London. This warm, spongy date cake is drenched in a rich buttery toffee sauce and served with vanilla ice cream for the ultimate comfort dessert.
Chicken & Rice
A flavorful one‑pan dinner featuring bone‑in chicken thighs, sun‑dried tomatoes, Parmesan, cream, and fresh herbs. The chicken is browned, then simmered with toasted rice in a rich tomato‑broth until perfectly cooked. Ready in under an hour, this comforting dish is perfect for busy weeknights.
Every Way To Make Tanghulu
Tang Hulu is a classic Northern Chinese street snack where fresh fruit is coated in a hard, glossy sugar shell. This recipe shows how to make the candy coating without a thermometer and works with a variety of fruits—from strawberries and grapes to exotic rose apples and dragon fruit.
World's Hottest Wings (ft. Spice King Cam)
A daring take on classic American hot wings using the ultra‑fiery Carolina Reaper pepper. The wings are brined in buttermilk and pickle juice, coated in potato starch and specialty scorpion salt, then fried to crispy perfection and tossed in a buttery hot sauce with lemon and hot honey. Extreme heat meets crisp texture for the ultimate challenge.
Sushi Roll From A Whole Salmon
A fresh, restaurant‑quality sushi roll featuring buttery Canadian king salmon, seasoned sushi rice, crunchy cucumber, creamy avocado, crispy onions, and bright salmon roe, finished with a drizzle of garlic aioli and a sprinkle of furikake. Perfect for a special lunch or dinner at home.
Cookbook Tanghulu
A simple, crunchy hard candy made by cooking sugar and water to the hard‑crack stage (300°F) and shocking it with ice water for a glossy, snap‑ready treat. Inspired by Nick DiGiovanni’s playful experiment, this recipe turns basic pantry ingredients into a fun, sweet snack.
Fancy Pasta
A show‑stopping Italian‑inspired pasta dish where spaghetti is boiled right inside a giant Parmesan cheese wheel, tossed with pizza sauce and finished with fresh grated Parmesan. The result is creamy, cheesy, and perfect for a fun dinner party.
Frozen Fruit Roll-Up
A quick and fun twist on the classic candy Fruit Roll-Ups: stack them, freeze for a few hours, and enjoy a crunchy‑then‑chewy frozen treat. Perfect for parties, movie nights, or a novelty snack for kids and adults alike.
Frozen Sour Candy
A simple, ultra‑crunchy snack made from frozen store‑bought pieces that Nick DiGiovanni quickly prepares in the oven or microwave. Inspired by the brief YouTube moment where Nick shows how easy it is to turn a frozen snack into the crunchiest bite.
Animal Style Fries
A copycat version of In‑N‑Out's famous Animal Style fries made at home. Crispy quarter‑inch potato sticks are deep‑fried, tossed with flaky Osmo salt, and finished with a rich animal‑style seasoning for that iconic fast‑food flavor.
Parm Wheel Pasta
A quick, no‑cook snack demonstrated by Nick DiGiovanni that showcases the pure flavor of good cheese. Perfect for a casual bite, a cheese board starter, or a simple after‑school treat.
I Tried Every Viral TikTok Food Hack
A quick, two‑ingredient sweet loaf that turns melted ice cream and self‑rising flour into a fluffy, dessert‑style bread. Add chocolate chips or sprinkles for extra texture and color. Perfect for a viral TikTok hack turned real‑world snack.
Chicken Parm Wings
Crispy fried chicken wings tossed in a spicy sriracha‑potato starch coating and finished with a generous amount of melted Parmesan cheese. Inspired by Nick DiGiovanni's YouTube tutorial, these wings are perfect for game day or a hearty appetizer.
Buffalo Chicken Wings
Crispy, double‑fried chicken wings tossed in a buttery hot‑sauce glaze. Marinated in a buttermilk‑pickle brine, dredged in potato starch and spices, then fried twice for ultimate crunch. Perfect for game day or a spicy snack.
Greek Olive Oil
Learn how to press your own fresh olive oil at home using traditional Greek methods. This guide walks you through washing, crushing, pressing, and storing the oil for maximum flavor and health benefits.
Strawberry Gummy Bears
A step‑by‑step guide to making giant, juicy strawberry gummy bears at home using fresh strawberries, honey, lemon juice, and gelatin. Includes preparation tips, storage advice, troubleshooting, and detailed FAQs.
Fresh Chicken Nuggets
A simple, crispy homemade chicken nugget recipe inspired by Nick DiGiovanni's playful chicken‑raising story. Perfect for kids and adults, these nuggets are quick to make, golden‑brown, and juicy inside.
Korean Strawberry Syrup
A simple, no‑cook strawberry syrup made by macerating fresh strawberries with equal parts sugar. After a week in the refrigerator the strawberries release their juices, creating a bright, sweet syrup perfect for drinks, desserts, pancakes, or cocktails.
Pesto Pasta (ft. QCP)
A creamy, aromatic baked rigatoni tossed in fresh basil pesto, topped with luxurious burrata cheese and crunchy toasted pine nuts. Inspired by a quick tutorial from Nick DiGiovanni, this Italian‑style comfort dish combines classic flavors for a restaurant‑quality meal at home.
Spicy Chicken Nuggets
Crispy, spicy chicken nuggets shaped like dinosaurs, perfect for kids and the young at heart. Served with a tangy, sweet, and smoky secret sauce, these bite‑size treats are frozen, breaded, and fried to golden perfection.
Hot Ones Wings
A simple, two‑option chicken wing dish inspired by Nick DiGiovanni’s quick‑order style video. Serve one portion plain and one extra spicy for a fun contrast.
$300 Chocolate Bar?!
A guided tasting of the ultra‑luxury 2019 Harvest chocolate bar, one of the world's most expensive chocolates at $300 per bar. Follow the careful unwrapping, slicing, and tasting steps to experience its dark, complex flavor profile.
Wagyu + MSG Experiment
A simple yet luxurious steak featuring premium Wagyu beef coated with MSG for an ultra‑savory crust. The steak is rested, seared at high heat, and sliced thin for maximum flavor and tenderness.
Giant Chocolate Bar
Turn raw cacao beans into a silky smooth, single‑ingredient chocolate bar. The process includes a 7‑day fermentation, a quick bake to loosen the shells, and grinding the nibs into a glossy paste that sets into a perfect chocolate bar.
Strawberry Tanghulu
A vibrant Chinese street‑style treat where fresh strawberries are coated in a glossy, crackly sugar glaze and served on a stick. This recipe walks you through making the hot sugar syrup, creating an ice bath to crack the glaze, and finishing with perfectly candied strawberries that sparkle and crunch.
Whole Octopus
A Mediterranean-inspired octopus dish where the tentacles are first simmered for 90 minutes until ultra‑tender, then quickly fried to develop a golden crust and brushed with a buttery glossy sauce. Perfect as a show‑stopping main course that rivals steak.
Pesto Eggs
A playful twist on classic soft‑boiled eggs: the whites are perfectly cooked, the yolks are gently removed, and each egg is filled with fresh basil pesto. Inspired by Nick DiGiovanni’s quick‑fire video, this appetizer is bright, protein‑packed, and surprisingly elegant.
Viral Pink Sauce (ft. QCP)
A bright, sweet‑spicy pink sauce that went viral on TikTok. Made with fresh dragon fruit, creamy yogurt, honey, garlic, chili flakes, vinegar, soy sauce and sunflower oil, this versatile sauce is perfect as a dip, drizzle, or salad dressing.
Chicken Wings Hack
A crunchy, flavor‑packed wing hack that uses chicken drumettes (drums) fried to golden perfection, then tossed in a nutty brown butter glaze sweetened with honey, brightened with lemon zest, and finished with cracked black pepper. Perfect as an appetizer or snack for game night or any gathering.
Testing 100 Viral Food Hacks
A quick and refreshing Coca-Cola slushie made by freezing a bottle of cola and shaking it into a perfect icy drink. Perfect for hot summer days and a fun kitchen hack from Nick DiGiovanni.
I Cooked The World's Spiciest Meal
A daring, ultra‑spicy take on classic fried chicken wings, coated in a crunchy ramen‑and‑Flamin‑Hot‑Cheetos crust, glazed with hot honey and finished with a sprinkle of fiery Cheeto dust. Inspired by Nick DiGiovanni’s Hot Ones challenge, this dish balances intense heat with sweet and savory flavors.
Ultimate Steak Crust
A simple yet dramatic technique to create a restaurant‑style crust on a thick steak by scoring the surface, generously seasoning with high‑quality salt, and pan‑searing at high heat. The result is a juicy interior with a striking cross‑hatch pattern and the best crust you’ve ever tasted.
3 Levels Of Chicken Nuggets (ft. Lynja)
Crispy, golden‑brown chicken nuggets coated in a seasoned flour‑egg‑breadcrumb trio and fried to perfection. Perfect for a snack, game night, or a quick main‑course served with your favorite dipping sauce.