If you’re a fan of The Food Networks Iron Chef then you definitely need to tune in this Sunday (Jan. 17th, 9pm EST) because newly designated Iron Chef Jose Garces is going to be up against some big talent. This is Jose’s first debut as Iron Chef on Iron Chef America where he’ll compete to hold his title.
I was given the opportunity to interview him but couldn’t attend the conference call. His publicist was kind of enough to ask my questions. These included questions about his start as a chef, his influences, and signature dishes. His Latin background is his biggest influence and is what he has become known for. Aside from earning the title of Iron Chef, he is also a successful Restaurant owner. In Philadelphia he owns five hot spots and one restaurant in Chicago.
To download the interview (which I suggest you do) go to this link! http://www.sendspace.com/file/qhh7bt
For this post I’ve included the recipe for one of his signature dishes:
Mexican Esquites
This is a traditional Mexican corn dish that goes great with tacos.
Ingredients:
* 1 Medium onion, small dice
* 8 Cups corn kernels off the cobb
* 4 Cups corn stock (recipe follows)
* 4 Oz. Butter
* Epazote, a fresh Mexican herb *
* Garnish
* Lime Mayonnaise (recipe follows)
* Queso Fresco *
* Chili Piquin *
* can all be found in any of the Mexican/Latin markets in South Philly
Directions:
1. Sweat diced onions in butter. Add corn kernels and cook until soft (About 15 minutes). Add corn stock and simmer on low heat for about 20 minutes, leaving some liquid. Season with salt to taste. Fold in epazote. Serve warm in large bowl. Top with a light layer of Lime Mayonnaise, crumbled Queso Fresco and a gentle shake of Chile Piquin.
2. Corn Stock
3. 6 corn cobs, kernels removed
4. 1 medium onion, sliced thin
5. 3 cloves garlic, crushed
6. 2 tbs olive oil
7. 4 quarts water
8. Salt to taste
9. Gently sweat onions and garlic in olive oil until very soft. Add corn cobs and water and cook until stock is very fragrant and flavorful, about one hour. Strain to remove cobs and onion and season to taste with salt.
10. Lime Mayonnaise
11. 1 cup prepared mayonnaise
12. 1/8 cup fresh squeezed lime juice
13. Salt to taste
14. Combine mayonnaise and lime juice in a small bowl and mix well. Season to taste with salt.
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If you’re not mouth watering for this recipe then get pumped for this weekends edition of Iron Chef America with Iron Chef Jose Garces on The Food Network! It’s going to be a night to remember.
Here’s a teaser clip!
Recipe & Image: Courtesy of Jose Garces at CookEatShare.com
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