The Culinary Institute of America
Episodes
Sunday Feb 11, 2024
Melonchelada Cocktail
Sunday Feb 11, 2024
Sunday Feb 11, 2024
This fruity, sweet, and refreshing drink inspired by the traditional michelada, uses watermelon juice in place of tomato juice. Chef Magnus Young, Chef de Cuisine and Culinary Manager at the Bruschetteria Food Truck for Clif Family Wines in St. Helena, CA, shows us how he makes this watermelon “melonchelada.”
Get the recipe for this Melonchelada Cocktail here!
Saturday Nov 06, 2021
Shrimp and Watermelon Poke Bowl
Saturday Nov 06, 2021
Saturday Nov 06, 2021
We’ve all heard about poke and poke combos, but what about watermelon and shrimp? Chef Mai Pham of Star Ginger Asian Grill and Noodle Bar in Sacramento, CA, prepares this blissful bowl of smoky pan-seared shrimp, juicy watermelon, avocado, pineapple, edamame, sliced jalapeño, and fresh mint. The aloha spirit is all right here in this colorful, delicious and healthy Watermelon and Shrimp poke bowl!
Get the recipe and watch the full series with closed captioning here!
Friday Nov 05, 2021
Watermelon Sushi with Fried Shallots and Ginger Lime Dressing
Friday Nov 05, 2021
Friday Nov 05, 2021
What looks like prime cut of maguro tuna is actually juicy watermelon sushi pieces topped with Fried Shallots and Ginger Lime Dressing. Chef Mai Pham of Star Ginger Asian Grill and Noodle Bar in Sacramento, CA, shows us how to make this fun appetizer. This dish really shows just how versatile watermelon can be!
Get the recipe and watch the full series with closed captioning here!
Thursday Nov 04, 2021
Watermelon Ice Pops
Thursday Nov 04, 2021
Thursday Nov 04, 2021
Chef Mai Pham of Star Ginger Asian Grill and Noodle Bar in Sacramento, CA, shows us how to make Watermelon Ice Pops. Chef Mai was inspired to create this recipe after slurping down many watermelon-passionfruit drinks on a recent trip to Vietnam. It’s a fun dessert and also a great garnish for drinks-- with or without alcohol. The brilliant red juice makes these Watermelon Ice Pops a beautiful and refreshing treat.
Get the recipe and watch the full series with closed captioning here!
Wednesday Nov 03, 2021
Icy Spicy Thai Watermelon Mojitos
Wednesday Nov 03, 2021
Wednesday Nov 03, 2021
Chef Mai Pham of Star Ginger Asian Grill and Noodle Bar in Sacramento, CA, shows us how to make a unique, fun and refreshing Icy Spicy Thai Watermelon Mojito. Growing up in Vietnam, Chef Mai fondly remembers neighborhood street vendors selling freshly cut watermelon wedges, ready to be dipped in pounded salt and chilies. This Icy Spicy Mojito is inspired by those flavors: rum, vodka and watermelon work their magic when blended with Asian spices and herbs. Feel free to jazz it up with fun garnishes like a carved, sizeable chunk of watermelon, or even a watermelon satay!
Get the recipe and watch the full series with closed captioning here!
Tuesday Nov 02, 2021
Watermelon Baked Beans with Watermelon BBQ Sauce
Tuesday Nov 02, 2021
Tuesday Nov 02, 2021
Watermelon and BBQ are a match made in heaven. Chef Rebecca Peizer from The Culinary Institute of America shows us how to make a delicious BBQ sauce infused with the sweet fruity flavor of watermelon. You can use this tasty watermelon sauce on any of your favorite BBQ dishes, or in Watermelon Baked Beans. This dish is a great addition to your BBQ menu!
Get the recipe and watch the full series with closed captioning here!
Monday Nov 01, 2021
Tea Smoked Watermelon Bao with Pickled Watermelon Rind Slaw
Monday Nov 01, 2021
Monday Nov 01, 2021
Chef Rebecca Peizer from The Culinary Institute of America shows us how to make a delicious vegetarian twist on bao, using tea-smoked watermelon in place of traditional pork belly. Compressing the watermelon gives it the perfect texture to stand in for the protein in this dish. Enjoy this unique shared appetizer at your next party!
Get the recipe and watch the full series with closed captioning here!
Sunday Oct 31, 2021
Burrata with Basil Watermelon Foam and Smoked Olive Oil
Sunday Oct 31, 2021
Sunday Oct 31, 2021
Here’s a sweet twist on a classic caprese salad: Burrata with Basil Watermelon Foam and Smoked Olive Oil. Chef Rebecca Peizer from The Culinary Institute of America replaces traditional tomato and mozzarella salad with watermelon and burrata, and tops it with a fun and flavorful basil watermelon foam. You can also use the watermelon foam to garnish a cocktail!
Get the recipe and watch the full series with closed captioning here!