The Culinary Institute of America

Shrimp and Watermelon Poke Bowl

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!
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Napa Valley Red Wine and Port Lamb Shanks

Cindy Pawlcyn, chef and founder of the Napa Valley’s Mustards Grill, prepares the ultimate comfort food: Napa Valley Red Wine and Port Lamb Shanks. She marinates the shanks in red wine, juniper berries, bay leaves, allspice, salt, and pepper for two days before roasting it in her wood-fired oven for rich, unctuous, and umami-packed results.  
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Watermelon Sushi with Fried Shallots and Ginger Lime Dressing

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!
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Watermelon Ice Pops

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.
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Icy Spicy Thai Watermelon Mojitos

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!
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Watermelon Baked Beans with Watermelon BBQ Sauce

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!
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Tea Smoked Watermelon Bao with Pickled Watermelon Rind Slaw

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!
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Burrata with Basil Watermelon Foam and Smoked Olive Oil

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!
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