Ep 4. Salty And Smoky In The Windy City
- TV-G
- September 30, 2016
- 21 min
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In Burgers, Brew & 'Que season 3 episode 4, viewers are taken on a culinary adventure to Chicago where host Michael Symon visits three different eateries to explore their unique take on salty and smoky flavor combinations.
The first stop is at Green Street Smoked Meats, a popular barbecue joint nestled in the West Loop. Symon meets with pitmaster Derrick Tung who gives him a behind-the-scenes tour of the restaurant's massive smokers. Tung then serves up an impressive spread of brisket, hot links, and pork ribs, all of which are seasoned with Green Street's signature blend of salty and smoky spices.
Next up is a visit to GT Fish & Oyster, a trendy seafood spot in River North. Here, Symon sits down with Executive Chef Andrea Williams who walks him through the process of making the restaurant's famous clam chowder. Williams explains that the dish gets its smoky flavor from the addition of bacon, while the salty notes come from the briny clams. Symon also gets to try GT's unique take on fish and chips, which are fried in a batter made with smoky ale.
The final stop on Symon's Windy City tour is at Osteria Langhe, an Italian restaurant in Logan Square. Symon meets with Chef Cameron Grant who shows him how to make a traditional Piedmontese dish known as tajarin. The pasta is tossed with a sauce made from butter and anchovies, which brings a salty kick to the dish. Grant also prepares a dish of roasted pork shoulder which is seasoned with herbs and smoked salt.
Throughout the episode, Symon shares his own tips and tricks for incorporating salty and smoky flavors into home cooking. He emphasizes the importance of finding the right balance between the two, and suggests using ingredients like smoked paprika, bacon, and soy sauce to achieve the perfect combination.
Overall, Salty And Smoky In The Windy City is a mouthwatering episode that showcases some of Chicago's most creative and delicious culinary offerings. From barbecue to seafood to Italian fare, viewers are sure to find plenty of inspiration for their own salty and smoky dishes.
