FRENCH TOAST IN A WOK. Versatility of a wok in cooking delicious French toast.

bread

🥗Healthier: whole grain bread

💰Cheaper: stale bread

Whole grain bread is more nutritious; stale bread reduces waste.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories; water is a budget-friendly option.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey is a natural sweetener; brown sugar is often cheaper.

Introduce the video and the concept of making French toast in a wok.

Mention using 4 eggs to make 4 pieces of French toast.

Add 2-3 tablespoons of heavy whipped cream to the eggs for richness.

Add 2 tablespoons of sugar to the egg mixture.

Add 4 tablespoons of water to ensure enough mixture for 4 pieces of French toast.

Transfer the egg mixture to a shallow bowl.

Heat 1 tablespoon of canola oil in a 14-inch Cucina stainless steel wok, lightly seasoning it.

Wait for a slight hint of smoke from the oil to indicate it's ready for cooking.

Dip the bread into the egg mixture, allowing it to absorb the mixture.

Cook two pieces of French toast in the wok at a medium-low heat setting to prevent oil film generation.

Cook the French toast for a total of about 8 minutes, flipping as necessary to ensure even cooking.

Show the importance of heat management during cooking to minimize oil film generation.

Cook a second batch of French toast in the same manner as the first.

Sprinkle powdered sugar and cinnamon on top of the finished French toast before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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