Watchly Safety Review

How To Cook The Perfect Steak

17:42 · 18.1M views · September 2, 2023

Minor FlagsReviewed June 2026

2Minor Flags

This video is safe for most kids, offering a thorough and educational guide to cooking steak that is free of inappropriate content. It excels in teaching practical skills like selecting cuts, seasoning, and various cooking methods, all presented with genuine enthusiasm. The only minor concern is the casual mention of using Doritos as a fire starter, which could be imitated unsafely, but the overall focus remains on culinary education.

Content Breakdown · 2 Categories

Parasocial & Emotional ManipulationA little

The video contains mild parasocial elements, such as the creator asking viewers to like the video as the only request in return, and a 'subscribe before everyone else' call-to-action that creates mild FOMO. However, these are not severe or manipulative enough to warrant a high score.

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Engagement Baiting & Manipulative CTAsA little

The video includes a mild engagement-baiting CTA asking viewers to like the video, but it is not manipulative or guilt-tripping. The 'subscribe before everyone else' is a common, low-pressure CTA.

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What Parents Need to Know

This video is a comprehensive cooking tutorial that teaches kids about different steak cuts, marbling, seasoning, and cooking techniques like grilling, searing, and sous vide. It promotes patience, precision, and respect for ingredients. However, parents should note the brief demonstration of using Doritos as a fire starter, which could be dangerous if imitated. The video also includes a few instances of mild language ('Oh my God') and a focus on expensive ingredients (e.g., Wagyu beef, Binchotan charcoal), which might spark questions about cost or materialism. Overall, it's a positive, skill-building resource for kids interested in cooking.

Talk to Your Kids About

1What did you learn about choosing a good steak based on marbling and cut?
2Why is it important to let the steak rest after cooking, and what happens if you cut it too soon?
3The video showed different cooking methods. Which one would you like to try and why?
4How can you stay safe in the kitchen when using a hot grill or pan, especially with oil and butter?

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What's This Video About?

This video will teach you everything you need to know about cooking steak. I’ll walk you through every step of the process, from choosing the perfect cut, to seasoning, cooking methods, and more. Please like this video if you learned anything at all — that’s all I ask in return! 0:00 Intro 0:20 What makes a good steak? 0:59 Selecting the perfect cut 4:20 Seasoning steaks 4:58 Cooking methods 5:15 Grilling 7:50 Cutting steak the right way 9:49 Searing 12:02 Reverse sear 13:40 Sous vide 15:39 Broiling 17:33 Giveaway! Subscribe before everyone else :) ╔═╦╗╔╦╗╔═╦═╦╦╦╦╗╔═╗ ║╚╣║║║╚╣╚╣╔╣╔╣║╚╣═╣ ╠╗║╚╝║║╠╗║╚╣║║║║║═╣ ╚═╩══╩═╩═╩═╩╝╚╩═╩═╝ Follow for more: https://www.youtube.com/@NicksKitchen https://www.youtube.com/@chef https://www.instagram.com/nick.digiovanni https://www.facebook.com/nick.digiovanni https://www.tiktok.com/@nick.digiovanni

Frequently Asked Questions

What age is this video appropriate for?

This video is recommended for ages 10 and up. The content is educational and safe, but younger children may lack the attention span for the 20-minute tutorial and could be tempted to imitate the cooking methods without supervision.

Does the video contain any inappropriate language or content?

No, the video has no strong language, violence, sexual content, or substance use. The only mild language is an occasional 'Oh my God' from the host's assistant, which is not frequent or offensive.

Is the video safe for kids to watch alone?

Yes, the video is safe for kids to watch alone as it contains no harmful content. However, parents should discuss kitchen safety, especially regarding the use of fire and hot surfaces, before allowing unsupervised cooking.

What educational value does this video offer?

The video teaches practical cooking skills, including how to select different cuts of beef, season properly, and use various cooking methods like grilling, searing, and sous vide. It also explains concepts like marbling, dry brining, and resting meat, which can enhance a child's understanding of food science.

Are there any concerns about materialism or expensive products?

The video mentions expensive items like Wagyu beef and Binchotan charcoal, which could spark curiosity about cost. However, the host emphasizes that good steak can be made with affordable cuts, and the focus is on technique rather than luxury, so it's not a major concern.

Does the video promote any dangerous activities?

The host demonstrates using Doritos as a fire starter, which could be dangerous if imitated. Parents should warn children that this is not a safe practice and that lighting fires should only be done by adults with proper equipment.