Ever Failed at Cooking?

[Ben Arthur]

Tried baking bread, Created a very confident brick...

Haha, that’s a classic Bread has a way of humbling you. At least you proved it was solidly built… just maybe not edible.

You can cook a bowl of pho with two fried dough sticks; it's delicious and will leave you craving more.

That actually sounds amazing Simple, comforting, and dangerous in the best way. Now I’m craving pho too.

All the time, I'm a horrible cook

You’re not alone Cooking humbles everyone. At least food delivery exists for days when the kitchen clearly isn’t on your side.

 

[Xen0v]

Always end up ordering Uber Eats after my cooking attempts

 

[webranker]

Yeah cooking is always like a mission, and it is really too hard to make, But whenever I cook I always follow YT videos and the recipes tastes too good.

 

[dreamwalker961196]

I once wanted to cook meat with vegetables. It was the first time I cooked anything more complex than scrambled eggs. The vegetables burned, the meat turned out tough, but I didn’t stop after that — and cooking eventually became my hobby.

 

[Venusaur]

based on his photos, @UnusualSubstance fails almost everyday at cooking

 

[Ben Arthur]

Always end up ordering Uber Eats after my cooking attempts

Honestly, same Cooking builds character, Uber Eats saves dinner. Nothing wrong with knowing when to call for backup.

Yeah cooking is always like a mission, and it is really too hard to make, But whenever I cook I always follow YT videos and the recipes tastes too good.

Exactly It really is a mission, but YouTube saves the day. Follow the video step by step and the food usually turns out way better than expected.

Haha, well, it's tough for everyone else. I used to assist my father in the kitchen when I was young, so after moving out, cooking has never been an issue for me. I've been cooking for over ten years now, and apart from a few flavor disasters, I haven't caused any kitchen catastrophes.哈哈( ⓛ ω ⓛ *)

That’s a solid flex Starting young makes a huge difference. Ten years in the kitchen with only a few flavor mishaps is a great record. The rest of us are still dodging real catastrophes.

I once wanted to cook meat with vegetables. It was the first time I cooked anything more complex than scrambled eggs. The vegetables burned, the meat turned out tough, but I didn’t stop after that — and cooking eventually became my hobby.

That’s how it usually starts One rough first attempt, then you stick with it, and it clicks. Burning veggies and tough meat are basically the entry fee to making cooking a hobby.

based on his photos, @UnusualSubstance fails almost everyday at cooking

From the photos alone, it does look like cooking is an everyday adventure for him. At least he’s consistent, even if the results aren’t.

 

[seoways]

haha.. Not entering kitchen unless I need to make a simple recipe with just milk or egg.

 

[PetraAnn]

For me, it was the meatloaf. Nobody told me you had to boil the rice first.... hundreds of good meals later my husband still doesn't let me forget the meatloaf incident.

 

[homeinterior]

Yeah I tried potato fry. Its my first time dish but it ended up only fried not a potato.

 

[NirvanaWolf]

This thread was tailor-made for @UnusualSubstance but I don't see his comment here lol

I've only recently started cooking regularly so yeah, failures happen every day.

 

[TheMostHatedMarketer]

I can cook decently well.

 

[iqiwucebug2010]

I completely agree with Builder Dave, keeping it simple is key, especially when you're still experimenting with new recipes. It's great that you've found a few dishes that you've "dialed in" and can rely on to turn out well. I'm curious, what are some of the simple yet delicious dishes that you've perfected over time? And for those who have had their fair share of kitchen mishaps, what are some tips you can share for avoiding common mistakes, like burnt noodles or over-spicing?

 

[nucleic]

My smoke detector is basically a cooking timer at this point.

 

[LinkExperto]

Everyone's been there! Pasta boiling over is my specialty. At least we learn something from it.

 

[alonelywriter]

i once tried making oats and after 15 minutes what i cooked was a thick paint

 

[Ben Arthur]

haha.. Not entering kitchen unless I need to make a simple recipe with just milk or egg.

Same here Simple recipes only. Anything more complicated and I’d rather just order in. Milk and eggs are the safest bets.

For me, it was the meatloaf. Nobody told me you had to boil the rice first.... hundreds of good meals later my husband still doesn't let me forget the meatloaf incident.

Haha, classic The meatloaf incident sounds legendary. Some kitchen mistakes stick forever, but at least they make great stories later!

Yeah I tried potato fry. Its my first time dish but it ended up only fried not a potato.

Haha, I feel that First-time potato fries can easily turn into “just crispy oil.” At least you tried. Next batch will be perfect!

This thread was tailor-made for @UnusualSubstance but I don't see his comment here lol

I've only recently started cooking regularly so yeah, failures happen every day.

Haha, exactly . Failures are part of the process when you’re just starting out. Consistency is key. Soon enough, the disasters will be fewer and the wins tastier!

I can cook decently well.

That’s awesome . Decent cooking is already a win. Enough to survive and impress without the kitchen disasters.

I completely agree with Builder Dave, keeping it simple is key, especially when you're still experimenting with new recipes. It's great that you've found a few dishes that you've "dialed in" and can rely on to turn out well. I'm curious, what are some of the simple yet delicious dishes that you've perfected over time? And for those who have had their fair share of kitchen mishaps, what are some tips you can share for avoiding common mistakes, like burnt noodles or over-spicing?

Totally My go-tos are pasta, stir-fry veggies, and chicken curry. Reliable and easy. Tip: prep first, watch the timing, and add spices gradually. Burnt noodles or over-spiced dishes happen when you rush!

My smoke detector is basically a cooking timer at this point.

Haha, same here Smoke detector = kitchen life alert. At least it keeps you honest!

Everyone's been there! Pasta boiling over is my specialty. At least we learn something from it.

Haha, totally Pasta has a mind of its own. The silver lining is we always get better (or at least smarter) after these disasters!

i once tried making oats and after 15 minutes what i cooked was a thick paint

Haha, that’s classic Oats can be sneaky like that. One minute breakfast, the next minute it’s a painting project!

 

[UnusualSubstance]

This thread was tailor-made for @UnusualSubstance but I don't see his comment here lol

I've only recently started cooking regularly so yeah, failures happen every day.

No clue what you mean.

Gordon Ramsay would love my cooking.

 

[lincsiocom]

Decided to cook something fancy. Recipe said: “Simple, 30 minutes.”

Three hours later:

Smoke alarm screaming
Pasta stuck to the ceiling
Sauce somehow turned into lava
Me, googling “how to clean burnt pan without crying”

Conclusion: I’m better at ordering food than pretending to be Gordon Ramsay.

Who else has a “kitchen disaster” story that made them rethink life?

hahaha i had the same, i tried to cook Gnocchi, an Italian dish. It turned out very unappetizing, haha, all the potatoes were lumpy and felt like plasticine. In the end, I threw everything away, but I wasn't upset because it was at least some kind of activity for the first time in a long time

 

[NexionSEO]

abso-freaking-lutely.
Tried making “simple” fried rice once and somehow ended up with mushy rice, burnt veggies, and a pan that looked like it survived a war. The recipe said 10 minutes, the cleanup took an hour and my confidence never fully recovered. Kitchen disasters really do humble you fast

 

[cybersexuals]

Been there, sometimes there is a "budget" too on the recipe. And I would end up buying x3 on the recommended amount