Ep 5. Chance Of Meatballs

Carnival Eats season 7 episode 5, titled Chance of Meatballs, takes us on a culinary journey through some of the most creative and delicious meatball dishes found at various carnivals across America. The episode features a range of meatballs, from traditional beef and pork meatballs to more unique combinations such as chicken and chorizo.

The episode starts with host Noah Cappe visiting the Crossroads Church Annual Festival in Phoenix, Arizona where he tries the "Jerk Chicken Meatballs," made with finely ground chicken meat and seasoned with traditional jerk spices. The meatballs are served on a skewer with a side of spicy mango dipping sauce. Noah also tries another delicious meatball dish, the "Polpette," made with a combination of beef and pork meat, seasoned with garlic, fennel, and red pepper flakes.

Next, Noah visits the Western Fair in London, Ontario where he tries the "Perogies and Meatball Poutine." This hearty dish features potato and cheese perogies covered in a beef and pork meatball gravy and topped with cheese curds and crispy fried onions. Noah praises the dish for its perfect balance of flavors and textures.

Moving on to the Big E in Springfield, Massachusetts, Noah tries the "Buffalo Chicken Meatballs," which are a spicy twist on the classic meatball dish. Made with ground chicken, hot sauce, and blue cheese crumbles, these meatballs are deep-fried and served with a side of ranch dressing.

In Tennessee, Noah visits the Tennessee Valley Fair where he tries the "Jalapeno Bacon Cheeseburger Meatball." This unique burger-meatball hybrid is made with ground beef, crispy bacon, and jalapeno peppers, and is served with a side of cheddar cheese sauce. Noah is impressed by this creative twist on a classic American dish.

The episode also features other meatball dishes, such as the "Italian Meatball Sandwich" from the Tulsa State Fair, the "Sweet and Sour Chicken Ball" from the Great New York State Fair, and the "Turkey Meatball Sub" from the North Carolina State Fair.

Throughout the episode, Noah provides insightful commentary on each dish, offering his opinions on both the presentation and flavors of each meatball creation. He also interviews the carnival vendors and cooks responsible for creating these unique and tasty meatball dishes.

Overall, Carnival Eats season 7 episode 5 is a mouth-watering exploration of some of the most creative and delicious meatball dishes found at carnivals across America. From traditional meatballs to unique creations, this episode is sure to leave viewers with a newfound appreciation for this classic comfort food.