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Mentioned in 18 episodes
Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat
Mastering the Elements of Good Cooking
Book • 2017
Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat is a culinary guide that focuses on mastering the four essential elements of good cooking: salt, which enhances flavor; fat, which delivers flavor and generates texture; acid, which balances flavor; and heat, which determines the texture of food.
Written by Samin Nosrat, this book bridges the gap between home and professional kitchens with its simple yet revolutionary philosophy.
It includes 100 essential recipes, dozens of variations, and vibrant illustrations by Wendy MacNaughton.
The book is designed to empower readers to become more confident and creative in the kitchen, regardless of their skill level.
Written by Samin Nosrat, this book bridges the gap between home and professional kitchens with its simple yet revolutionary philosophy.
It includes 100 essential recipes, dozens of variations, and vibrant illustrations by Wendy MacNaughton.
The book is designed to empower readers to become more confident and creative in the kitchen, regardless of their skill level.
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Mentioned by Stephen Dubner as a book worth reading, and its author is mentioned in other Freakonomics episodes.

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616. How to Make Something from Nothing
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as a chef and author of a best-selling cookbook.


Marielle Segarra

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How to cook when you're not into cooking
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as a cookbook used as an analogy for communication.


Scott Doorley

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156. Creative Communication: How Our Design Choices Illustrate Our Values
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's first cookbook.


Tim Ferriss

Marco Canora

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#545: Marco Canora — The Art of Food, Eating, Nutrition, and Life
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as the chef and author of the cookbook and TV series "Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat."


Anna Martin

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Sunday Special: 'Modern Love'
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Hrishikesh Hirway


Samin Nosrat

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Key Change: Samin Nosrat on Ani DiFranco
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for its practical approach to cooking skills and understanding flavor.

Darya Rose

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Real Food and The Science Behind Healthy Lifestyles with Darya Rose Ph.D.
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in relation to the four essential elements of cooking: salt, fat, acid, and heat.

DongWon Song

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20.19: Cooking as a Writing Metaphor
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as a book about cooking, recommended for its insights.

Stephen Dubner

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25. How to Make Something from Nothing
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as a book that helped him understand cooking better, relating it to understanding golf.

Luke Kerr-Dineen

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The Evolution of Golf Instruction w/ Luke Kerr-Dineen
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as a special guest and ancient Rome enthusiast who helped make garum.


Latif Nasser

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A Little Pompeiian Fish Sauce Goes a Long Way
Mentioned by Stephen Dubner as a best-selling book about food and cooking, and about Samin herself.

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Extra: Samin Nosrat Always Wanted to Be Famous
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as a resource for learning about cooking fundamentals.

Christine Ashby

288. Reverse Meal Planning, Stock-Up Staples & Grocery Hacks for Real Life | Christine of Frugal Fit Mom
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as an upcoming guest on the podcast, highlighting her revolutionary cookbook 'Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat'.


Brené Brown

Brené with Dr. Angus Fletcher on Life-Changing Inventions in Literature
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in the context of adding salt to tea to reduce bitterness.


Neil Freeman

$2B Cruise Ship to Set Sail & US Economy Growth Explodes
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as a revolutionary cookbook and Netflix documentary.


Brené Brown

Brené with Samin Nosrat on Grief, Gratitude, and Connection
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in the context of taking breaks in one's career, referencing Samin Nosrat's break after her TV show.

Eric Kim

568: Food Writers Talking About Food Writing with Eric Kim & Matt Rodbard
Mentioned by Amos as a food show combining science and on-location cooking, similar to Anthony Bourdain.

2024 Killies
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as a legendary cookbook.


Matt Rodbard

496: Samin Nosrat & Flynn McGarry
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during a cooking segment on her podcast.


Samin Nosrat

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