Ep 26. Fowl Play
- April 7, 2012
- 25 min
In this episode of Essential Pepin, titled "Fowl Play," legendary chef Jacques Pepin takes viewers through a variety of creative and delicious poultry dishes.
The episode starts with Pepin showing viewers how to properly truss a chicken for roasting, and then roasting it with a simple yet flavorful garlic and herb rub. He also prepares a classic coq au vin, a French dish consisting of chicken cooked in red wine with vegetables and bacon.
Moving on to Turkey, Pepin demonstrates how to make a delicious turkey breast roulade stuffed with spinach, mushrooms, and cheese. He then shows how to make a simple and flavorful turkey leg confit, a dish where the meat is slowly cooked in duck fat until it becomes tender and flavorful.
To round out the episode, Pepin prepares a unique and flavorful dish of quail stuffed with sausage and herbs, then wrapped in bacon and pan-seared until crispy and golden brown. He also shows how to make crispy chicken wings with a spicy honey glaze, perfect for any party or game day.
Throughout the episode, Pepin shares his tried and true techniques for cooking poultry, including how to properly season and cook the meat to achieve the best flavor and texture. Along the way, he also shares stories from his many years in the culinary world, making this episode both educational and entertaining.
Overall, "Fowl Play" is a must-watch episode for anyone who loves poultry and wants to learn valuable culinary techniques from one of the world's most renowned chefs.