It's Alive with Brad Season 3 Episode 2 Brad Cooks Crabs in Alaska (Part 2)
- April 26, 2018
- 9 min
In It's Alive with Brad season 3 episode 2, titled "Brad Cooks Crabs in Alaska (Part 2)," Brad continues his adventure in Alaska where he gets to cook some delicious crabs. The episode picks up where the first part left off, with Brad's boat trip to the remote location where the crabs are caught.
Upon arrival, Brad meets with the local fishermen who catch the crabs, and gets a primer on how to properly clean and cook them. Brad then heads to the kitchen to show off his culinary skills. He starts by making a traditional crab boil, with potatoes, corn, and sausage, all cooked together in a large pot.
As he cooks, Brad shares tips and tricks for working with crabs, like how to remove the legs and claws without damaging the meat. He also demonstrates how to properly crack the legs and claws to get the most meat out of the shell.
After the boil is finished, Brad moves on to making a crab linguine with garlic and lemon. He starts by cooking the linguine in a pot of boiling water. Meanwhile, he sautés garlic and chili flakes in a pan with olive oil. Once the linguine is cooked, he adds it to the pan with the garlic, along with the crab meat. He then squeezes fresh lemon juice over the top and adds some chopped parsley for color.
Throughout the episode, Brad emphasizes the importance of using fresh, high-quality ingredients. He also showcases the stunning natural beauty of Alaska, as the camera pans over the mountains and glaciers in the background.
As the episode comes to a close, Brad shares a final meal of crab cakes with his fellow fishermen. They all gather around a bonfire, enjoying the fruits of their labor and the warmth of the fire.
Overall, "Brad Cooks Crabs in Alaska (Part 2)" is a delightful episode that highlights the beauty of Alaska and the deliciousness of fresh caught crab. Brad's enthusiasm and passion for cooking is infectious, and viewers will be inspired to try their hand at cooking with crab themselves.