In this episode of Wild Game Kitchen, I’m demystifying cooking clams, mussels and oysters—all three incredible, sustainable seafood options that are fun to forage. First up, chef Zimmern cooks a pot of creamy clam chowder with a fortified clam broth. Then, he shares a simple but impressive recipe for mussels fra diavolo—mussels cooked in a… Read More →
The BEST Clam Chowder By Andrew Zimmerm In this episode of Wild Game Kitchen, I demystify cooking clams, mussels and oysters—all three incredible, sustainable seafood options that are fun to forage. First up is this pot of creamy clam chowder with a fortified clam broth.
A Better Way to Blacken Fish By Andrew Zimmern In this episode of Wild Game Kitchen, I blacken beautiful crimson filets of steelhead in a screaming hot cast iron pan, serving it with a bold spice mixture of lemon, shallot and lots of herbs. To round it out, I’m charring baby romaine lettuce heads over… Read More →
Everyone should know how to make a rustic apple galette. You just fold up the edges, throw it on a baking sheet and bake it to crisp perfection. It’s a simple recipe that anyone can do. In this video, I show you how to prep and slice apples for this dish. It’s easy but there… Read More →
Want to learn a flawless technique for frying chicken? You’ve come to the right place. My methodology comes from the one and only Edna Lewis— the renowned American chef, teacher, and author who helped refine the American view of Southern cooking. The result is the perfectly moist, crispy fried chicken of your dreams. Knives used:… Read More →
You should be eating more rabbit. Why? It’s lean, healthy, high protein, and sustainable. Plus, it tastes great. In this recipe, I skewer the kidneys, livers and hearts and cook them over live fire. It’s my favorite part. The rest of the rabbit is braised in a rich and flavorful red chile sauce and served… Read More →
Father’s Day is June 19, 2022. What does a dad want for Father’s Day? Good food and quality time with the people I love most. It’s that simple. I’m the kind of guy who loves doing the cooking for any occasion, and Father’s Day is no exception. With that in mind, I’ve highlighted some food-centric…
Compound Butter Recipe By Andrew Zimmern I am a sucker for a good butter burger, a Wisconsin specialty invented at Solley’s in Milwaukee. Finish a cooked burger with a dollop of butter seasoned with shallots, herbs, a little fresh lemon juice and a shake of my Badia Lemon & Shallots spice blend. Once it melts… Read More →
Easy Grilled Pork Kebabs By Andrew Zimmern In this recipe, I marinate pork in my new citrus herb seasoning, Greek yogurt and lemon before skewering the meat and cooking it in a hot pan. Serve it stuffed into pitas or as a rice bowl with tomato and cucumber salad and tzatziki sauce.
By Andrew Zimmern If you’re looking for the perfect salty, crispy appetizer (or midnight snack), do yourself a favor and try this pork belly recipe. Just remember to keep an eye on your broiler—I remembered to do that a little later than I should have, but I have to admit, it was a pretty delicious… Read More →
Grilled Skirt Steak with Rum Sauce By Andrew Zimmern
Gather the following: Diced tomatoes Shredded lettuce Sliced jalapenos Pitted sliced black olives Sour cream Minced onions Chopped cilantro Black bean chili Tomatillo salsa 12 small individual bags of Fritos corn chips Open the Frito bags, add a ladle of chili and some/all of the above ‘mix-ins’… it’s a taco in a bag. Spoon in… Read More →
By Andrew Zimmern
By Andrew Zimmern
‘Chamoy’ Chicken Wings By Andrew Zimmern Chamoy is a salty/sweet/mildly spiced Mexican condiment that is superb drizzled on cut fruit like mangoes, melons or stone fruit. I started using it with grilled lamb, pork and chicken and fell in love all over again. Watch Andrew cook this recipe:
By Andrew Zimmern New year, old school food. What better recipe to make in such stressful and anxious times? This pizza is one of my all-time favorites, especially with Kramarczuk’s sauerkraut and Polish sausage.
The Gizmo Sandwich By Andrew Zimmern If you can’t get to the Iowa or Minnesota State Fair to get a real Gizmo, this is for sure the next best thing.
Curry Coconut Pot Roast By Andrew Zimmern
Shakshuka A one-skillet recipe with bright North African and Mediterranean flavors, shakshuka is an easy dish of eggs baked in a savory, red pepper and spicy tomato sauce. It’s an impressive but foolproof brunch or lunch, and a compelling argument for eggs for dinner. Tips for making a delicious shakshuka: In the summer, I love… Read More →
Classic Chicken Parmesan By Andrew Zimmern This chicken parmesan is my love letter to the Italian-American red sauce classic everyone craves. Sure you can gussy it up, but this recipe sticks to the basics—fried chicken topped with an easy homemade tomato sauce, creamy ricotta, mozzarella melted under the broiler, and a touch of fresh basil.… Read More →
Charred Tomato Sauce with Penne Pasta By Andrew Zimmern This chunky charred tomato sauce will brighten up your summer table. I like to prepare this pasta Roman-style by adding mint, parsley and crushed red pepper for a little kick. Charring the garlic and tomatoes directly on hot coals intensifies the flavor and lends a lovely… Read More →
Grilled Jumbo Shrimp, Two Ways By Andrew Zimmern When it comes to grilling shrimp, bigger is always better. Jumbo shrimp take more time to cook through, allowing them to stay in contact with the heat long enough to develop a char. For the juiciest shrimp, grill them with the shell on. The shell imparts a… Read More →
Grilled Chicken Wings with Apricot-Mustard Glaze By Andrew Zimmern A foolproof flavor combination, apricot and mustard have an affinity for each other. I love adding my Moroccan Moon seasoning to the marinade, an aromatic blend of turmeric and lemon peel that works its magic on anything I throw on the grill. This glaze is an… Read More →
Pizza Sauce Recipe by Peter Campbell It’s Pizza Week in the AZ Cooks kitchen, and we’ve recruited our friend and pizza guru Peter Campbell, chef/owner of Minneapolis’ Red Wagon Pizza Co., to share his tips for creating restaurant-quality pizza at home. The sauce is one of the most important elements of the pizza. If you have a… Read More →
Mayonnaise Dips & Sauces By Andrew Zimmern Now that I’ve taught you how to make homemade mayonnaise, here are a few ways to jazz it up for a dip, marinade, salad dressing or sandwich spread. Really, the possibilities are endless, so season to your liking with whatever herbs, citrus and spices you have on hand.… Read More →
Tune in for The Zimmern List in Las Vegas, May 15 9/8c on Travel Channel! I love Las Vegas. Don’t hate me. For decades, Vegas was essentially food negligent. There were some decent steakhouses and lousy casino buffets. Folks went to Vegas to gamble, see a show and lower themselves slowly into the hot tub… Read More →
Everything Bagel & Egg Casserole Recipe by Kevin Masse from TheFeedFeed This recipe transforms the typical egg bake into a crave-able dish inspired by the classic combination of everything bagels topped with cream cheese, onion, capers and smoked salmon. Bagels work well in a make-ahead and soak overnight casserole because they don’t lose their chewy… Read More →
Mexican Pork Burgers with Tomatillo Salsa By Andrew Zimmern In this recipe, I infuse ground pork with the bold flavors of Mexican chorizo to create an irresistible burger. For the best results, it’s essential that you allow the pork to sit overnight with all of the seasonings. You can grill the burgers or sear in… Read More →
Ma’s Muthia This recipe is from our Grandmother’s Best Recipe Contest winner Surtida S. Her grandmother combined her Indian roots with Tanzanian flavors to create this incredible dish of millet flour dumplings braised in a tomato-and-coconut-infused sauce chock-full of vegetables and aromatic spices. The smell and flavor of this recipe is intoxicating. “One of my… Read More →
Corned Beef with Bourbon-Molasses Glaze By Andrew Zimmern This recipe is one of my favorites, the sticky bourbon-molasses glaze gives the meat an irresistible touch of sweetness that balances out the brine. Brining your own corned beef at home is easy, all you need is the right equipment and time, about 7 to 10 days—therefore… Read More →
