Stephen Colbert Calls Out a Major Mistake in Al Roker’s Cookbook—An On-Air Blunder That Leaves Him Speechless!
Stephen Colbert hilariously exposes an overlooked mistake in Al Roker’s cookbook during a live interview—leaving the Today Show star completely caught off guard!
Stephen Colbert Uncovers a Surprising Mistake in Al Roker’s Cookbook
Al Roker, the beloved Today Show meteorologist, recently appeared on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert to promote his new cookbook. However, what was meant to be a fun discussion about food took an unexpected turn when Colbert pointed out a surprising oversight in one of the recipes.
During the interview, Roker shared that his cookbook was a family project, co-written with his daughter—a professional chef. The book, filled with cherished recipes from his mother and grandmother, was meant to preserve the flavors of his childhood.
“My mom never wrote anything down, and neither did my grandmother,” Roker explained. “So my daughter had to reverse-engineer the dishes I grew up with.”
While Colbert praised the concept, he couldn’t help but call attention to an odd detail that left Roker momentarily stunned.
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Colbert Roasts Roker Over His Shrimp Recipe
Flipping through the cookbook, Colbert stopped at a page featuring shrimp tikka masala and immediately pointed out a questionable choice in the dish’s presentation.
“Look at this—those shrimp still have their tails on!” Colbert exclaimed. “Why are the tails still there when they’re swimming in sauce?”
As the audience erupted in laughter, Roker looked at the image and realized that every shrimp recipe in his book featured shrimp with tails still attached—even the shrimp and grits dish.
Colbert, seizing the moment, continued his roast:
“Am I supposed to roll up my sleeves, put on a poncho, and clean the shrimp myself? Would you leave a hoof on a burger? Why would you do that?”
Caught off guard, Roker playfully defended the decision, joking:
“Well, it’s a little handle!”
The lighthearted exchange quickly sparked a debate online about whether shrimp tails should be left on in saucy dishes.
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Fans Weigh in on the Shrimp Tail Controversy
After the segment aired, viewers took to social media to voice their opinions on the matter. Some sided with Colbert, arguing that shrimp tails should always be removed when served in a sauce:
- “I’m with Stephen on this! I don’t want to get my hands dirty eating shrimp in a curry. I paid for fully prepped ingredients—not an IKEA assembly project!”
- “Who keeps shrimp tails in a dish like that? Makes no sense!”
Others, however, defended Roker’s choice, saying that shrimp tails enhance flavor and should remain intact for presentation:
- “Leaving the tails on is normal for certain dishes—it adds a richer taste!”
- “Stephen, you always leave the tails on… except in a stir-fry!”
The playful debate added to the memorable TV moment, making Roker’s cookbook an even hotter topic among food lovers.
Did Al Roker’s Cookbook Really Make a Mistake?
Despite the unexpected critique, Roker’s cookbook is still filled with family-inspired recipes that reflect his love for cooking. The shrimp tail dilemma might just be a matter of personal preference—but it certainly made for an unforgettable TV moment!
What do you think—should shrimp tails be left on or removed? Join the debate in the comments!
