Ep 6. Dinner for Piglet
- TVG
- August 6, 2011
- 21 min
Aarti Party is a cooking show hosted by Indian-American chef and television personality, Aarti Sequeira. The show combines traditional Indian flavors with modern cooking techniques to create delicious and unique dishes. In season 3 episode 6, titled "Dinner for Piglet," Aarti turns her attention to satisfying the cravings of a special guest - her friend's pet piglet!
With the help of her friend, Aarti begins her preparations by selecting ingredients for a wholesome and nutritious meal. Her focus for the day is on creating a fun and creative menu that caters to the tastes of her unconventional dinner guest. She starts with an appetizer of roasted sweet potato rounds topped with tangy goat cheese and savory bacon bits. The sweetness of the potato complements the sharpness of the cheese and salty bacon perfectly, making for an irresistible appetizer.
For the main course, Aarti shifts her focus to a hearty protein that will satisfy the piglet’s hunger. She decides to make a spin on the classic meatloaf using a combination of ground pork and beef, spiced with aromatic ginger and fresh herbs. As she mixes the ingredients, she explains the importance of getting the right balance of flavors in a meatloaf, and reminds viewers to always work with clean hands to prevent any contamination.
To make the meal more interesting and appetizing, Aarti adds a fresh element to the dish with a homemade slaw, made with crispy cabbage, smoky paprika, sour cream, and lime juice. The citrusy flavor and tangy dressing are the perfect complement to the comforting meatloaf.
Finally, it's time for dessert - and Aarti has saved the best for last. As piglets are known for their love of sugar, she prepares a warm and gooey cinnamon roll that will leave her furry guest squealing with delight. The aroma of cinnamon fills the air as she rolls out the dough and liberally spreads butter and cinnamon sugar over the surface. Aarti bakes the roll until it's golden-brown, and tops it with a sweet cream cheese frosting.
Throughout the episode, Aarti is warm and engaging, sharing tips and tricks for cooking with a fun and playful attitude. She also demonstrates how to be thoughtful and creative in the kitchen, even when working with unconventional guests like a pet piglet.
"Dinner for Piglet" is an enjoyable episode that showcases Aarti's versatility as a chef and her ability to create delicious dishes for anyone - even a piglet! Viewers will come away with new ideas and techniques for cooking that they can apply to their own meals, and a deeper appreciation for the joy and creativity of cooking.