Explore the vibrant tapestry of authentic Mexican regional cuisine in this immersive all-day culinary experience. From the rich and layered flavors of mole found in Oaxaca, to the light and refreshing seafood preparations of Veracruz, you will discover the ancient culinary traditions and contemporary cooking methods that establish Mexican regional food as distinctly remarkable. Join us to learn the preparation of numerous traditional recipes sourced from throughout Mexico, along with beloved street food specialties built around the essential corn-based foundation known as masa.
Menu includes:
- Fresh ceviche prepared with shrimp, fresh lime juice, avocado, and cilantro
- Mole negro served with braised chicken, yellow rice, and homemade fresh corn tortillas
- Tamales filled with black beans, queso, and tangy tomatillo salsa
- Huachinango a la veracruzana, a whole snapper fillet prepared with peppers, tomatoes, olives, and capers
- Esquites, grilled corn kernels with lime, crumbly cotija cheese, and creamy mayo
- Chiles en nogada, roasted poblano peppers stuffed with spiced pork and dried fruit, topped with rich walnut crema
Skills covered in class:
- Developing familiarity with authentic Mexican ingredients and flavor profiles
- Working with fresh herbs and complex spices
- Understanding how to balance and layer flavors effectively
- Selecting high-quality fish, shellfish, and chicken
- Choosing and preparing perfect avocados
- Using nuts and seeds as thickening agents in sauces
- Braising chicken for tender, flavorful results
- Preparing and working with masa dough
- Making homemade fresh tortillas from scratch
- Griddling techniques
- Steaming rice properly
- Using steam cooking methods effectively
- Preparing whole fish for cooking
- Grilling and roasting vegetables
- Proper techniques for roasting peppers
In this hands-on class, students are paired in groups of three to five people and collaborate as a unified team to prepare all the recipes together, sharing responsibilities and learning from one another.
School Notes:
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