Ep 6. Big Bite Baja Holiday Bash
- TVG
- December 5, 2010
- 21 min
Guy's Big Bite season 9 episode 6 is titled "Big Bite Baja Holiday Bash." In this episode, Guy Fieri takes viewers on a culinary journey to Baja California for a holiday-themed feast. With the help of a local chef and his friends, Guy creates a festive spread that combines traditional Mexican flavors with his own unique style.
The episode begins with Guy and his crew arriving in Baja California, where they meet up with Chef Javier Plascencia. Javier is a well-known local chef who is an expert in Baja cuisine, and he joins Guy in the kitchen to help create a menu that celebrates the holiday season.
The first dish on the menu is a holiday ham that Guy prepares with a spicy chipotle glaze. He also makes a savory stuffing with chorizo, sautéed onions, and cornbread. To complement the ham and stuffing, Guy whips up a batch of his famous roasted Brussels sprouts with bacon and balsamic vinegar.
Next up is a seafood dish that showcases the fresh seafood available in Baja California. Guy prepares a ceviche with shrimp and scallops, which he serves with tortilla chips for crunch. He also puts together a grilled octopus dish with jalapeno vinaigrette and citrus.
For the main course, Guy and Javier team up to make a roasted turkey with a mole sauce. They use a traditional recipe for the mole that includes chocolate, cinnamon, and chili peppers for a complex and flavorful sauce. To round out the meal, they make a sweet potato puree that is seasoned with cinnamon and orange zest.
To finish off the holiday feast, Guy prepares a dessert that features cinnamon sugar churros with a chocolate dipping sauce. He also makes a Mexican hot chocolate that is spiked with tequila and topped with whipped cream.
Throughout the episode, Guy and his crew take in the sights and sounds of Baja California, including the beaches, local markets, and restaurants. They also visit a local ranch where they learn about the traditional cooking methods used in the region.
"Big Bite Baja Holiday Bash" is a festive and flavorful episode of Guy's Big Bite that celebrates the holiday season with a Mexican twist. With the help of Chef Javier Plascencia, Guy Fieri creates a holiday feast that showcases the diverse flavors of Baja California.
