The Culinary Institute of America

Mexico City Street Sweets with Ruth Alegria

Ruth Alegria, Mexican cuisine historian, and owner of Mexico Soul and Essence, takes us on a tour of sweet street foods in Mexico City’s Coyoacán neighborhood. She shows us coconut-stuffed candied limes, candied apples with chili salt, sugared nuts, pepitas, and much more.
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Mexico City’s Markets

Ruth Alegria, Mexican cuisine historian, and owner of Mexico Soul and Essence, and Chef Roberto Santibañez, discuss the pre-Hispanic tradition of markets in Mexico. Ruth takes us on a tour of the Xochimilco Market to show us an array of Mexico’s lesser known indigenous produce, and to try a thousand-year-old recipe for atole.
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A Culinary Tour of Mexico City

One of the world’s largest cities, Mexico City seems to run on adrenaline. From its rich history as a pre-Colombian metropolis, to its Spanish colonial grandeur, to its now bustling contemporary edge, Mexico’s nearly 500-year-old capital is a synthesis of the old and the new. Mexico City abounds with enticing food, and its ancient and treasured culinary traditions can be enjoyed on almost every street. From the sizzling taquería stall, to a smoky barbacoa restaurant, to a steaming bowl of birria, to a world class fine dining experience, Mexico City’s world of food takes us places beyond imagining. Join us on this appetizing tour of Mexico City, as we discover its culinary traditions that are captivating diners around the world.
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Red Red Stew: Ghanaian Red Bean Stew with Fried Plantains

Red Red is a spicy bean stew from Ghana that gets its name from its red ingredients: red kidney beans, red tomatoes, and red dende oil, which is a fragrant, bright red oil from the fruit of the African Oil Palm. Red Red is now a beloved stew all around West Africa and the Caribbean with many regional variations. It’s about time American diners got to know this great dish. You will love the tropical flavors of this delicious stew!
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Three-Bean Bunny Chow

Bunny Chow is a delicious, popular dish from South Africa that’s a little like a curry bread bowl. Watch Chef Rebecca Peizer at The Culinary Institute of America make this stew using aromatic spices and great northern beans, red kidney beans, and black beans.
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White Bean Soup with Swiss Chard, Butternut Squash and Farro

This White Bean Soup with Swiss Chard, Butternut Squash and Farro, is a full of healthy produce and packed with fiber and protein-rich white kidney beans. You can make this soup in a pressure cooker, slow-cooker, Instant-Pot or on a stovetop—whatever you use, this soup is very easy-to-make and super delicious! This soup is the perfect healthy comfort food for a cold winter or fall day!
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White Bean Hummus

In this White Bean Hummus recipe, Chef Rebecca Peizer at The Culinary Institute of America uses white beans instead of chickpeas. She infuses the hummus with subtle lemon and garlic flavors. Chef Rebecca also shares the secret to making the hummus extra fluffy!
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Bean and Cheese Breakfast Casserole

This hearty breakfast casserole combines protein-rich black beans and eggs with flavorful cheddar cheese, sundried tomatoes, and fresh basil. This breakfast casserole is a great way to start your day!
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