America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated · SEASON 26
A Taste of Sichuan
Episode 17 · 2026-02-07

- Documentary
Episode overview
Test cook Lan Lam makes Dry Chili Chicken (Làzi Jī 辣子雞) for host Bridget Lancaster. Tasting expert Jack Bishop breaks down different miso. And test cook Dan Souza prepares Suan La Bai Cai (Sour and Hot Nappa Cabbage) for host Julia Collin Davison.
Season 26 episodes
1. Make-Ahead Masterclass2025-09-20
2. Flavor-Packed Pastas2025-09-27
3. Corn Cakes and Chowder2025-10-04
4. Turkey Lasagna and Chocolate Sorbet2025-10-11
5. Farmer’s Brunch2025-10-18
6. Ice Cream Cake2025-10-25
7. Two Takes on Chicken and Rice2025-11-01
8. Pan-Seared Halibut and Ma’amoul2025-11-08
9. New Thanksgiving Favorites2025-11-15
10. Taiwanese Staples2025-12-06
11. The Ultimate Holiday Dinner Party2025-12-13
12. Zesty Salmon and Salad2026-01-03
13. Weeknight Chicken and Mashed Potatoes2026-01-10
14. Mediterranean Eggplant Dishes2026-01-17
15. Catalan Supper2026-01-24
16. Breakfast from Scratch2026-01-31
17. A Taste of Sichuan2026-02-07
18. A Tale of Two Pastas2026-02-14
19. Savory Mexican Classics2026-04-04
20. Comforting Japanese Dinners2026-04-11
21. Maple Pork Chops and Squash Soup2026-04-18
22. Seafood Stew and Salmon Burgers2026-04-25
23. New England Clambake2026-05-02
24. Tandoori Salmon and Broiled Zucchini2026-05-09
25. Petite French Pastries2026-05-16
26. Grilled Flank Steak and Chili Crisp Noodles2026-05-23