Extreme Steak Experiment: Aging in Lime Sparkling Water Gone Wrong

🥩Aging steak in lime sparkling water for an extended period of time can result in an unpleasant taste.

🍋The acidity from the lime and lemon in the sparkling water affects the color and texture of the steak.

🔪The aged steak does not have the desired tenderness and flavor, making it unsuitable for consumption.

🌶️The side dish of mashed potatoes with chili oil and crispy onions receives positive reviews.

🔬Extreme food experiments can yield unexpected and unappetizing results, highlighting the importance of caution and research.

What was the purpose of aging the steak in lime sparkling water?

—The purpose was to infuse a lime flavor into the steak and improve its tenderness.

Why did the aged steak have an unpleasant taste?

—The extended aging process and the acidity from the citrus caused the steak to develop a strange and unappetizing flavor.

What was the reaction of the hosts to the aged steak?

—The hosts did not enjoy the taste of the aged steak and found it to be lacking in tenderness and flavor.

How did the side dish of mashed potatoes with chili oil and crispy onions turn out?

—The side dish received positive reviews, with the combination of flavors and textures being delicious and enjoyable.

What lesson can be learned from this experiment?

—Extreme food experiments can yield unexpected and unappetizing results, emphasizing the importance of caution and research when trying new techniques.

00:00Introduction and sponsorship message from Liquid IV.

00:30Explanation of the previous successful experiment using lime sparkling water to tenderize steak.

02:00Preparation of the steak by vacuum sealing and freezing.

03:00Aging the steak in lime and lemon-infused sparkling water for half a year in a dry ager.

06:00Unveiling the aged steak, which has an unappetizing appearance.

07:00Seasoning the steak and preparing a side dish of mashed potatoes with chili oil and crispy onions.

09:00Tasting the steak, which has a strange and unpleasant flavor.

10:00Positive reviews of the delicious side dish.

10:30Final thoughts and lessons from the experiment.