Watch The Everyday Gourmet: How to Master Outdoor Cooking

2015
1 Season

The Everyday Gourmet: How to Master Outdoor Cooking is an instructional series brought to you by The Great Courses. This show will take you on a journey through the world of outdoor cooking with a focus on providing a comprehensive guide to mastering this art form. In this series, you will learn all about the techniques and tools required to cook a wide range of dishes on the grill, in a smoker, or over an open fire. Whether you're a seasoned BBQ pro or a beginner, this show has something to offer you.

The host of The Everyday Gourmet: How to Master Outdoor Cooking is Chef Bill Briwa. Chef Briwa is a seasoned culinary professional with over 30 years of cooking experience. He's worked in some of the best kitchens in the world, and he is excited to share his knowledge with you. In each episode, Chef Briwa will guide you through different aspects of outdoor cooking. From the basics of fire building to the nuances of seasoning and marinades, you'll learn everything you need to know to become a master of outdoor cooking.

The show includes 12 episodes, each focused on a different aspect of outdoor cooking. In the first episode, Chef Briwa will introduce you to the world of fire building. You'll learn about the different kinds of wood, charcoal, and other fuels you can use to power your grill or smoker. Chef Briwa will show you how to create the perfect fire and how to control its temperature to ensure your food is cooked to perfection. In subsequent episodes, you'll learn about different cooking techniques, such as smoking, searing, and roasting, and how to use them to create a mouth-watering array of dishes.

One of the highlights of The Everyday Gourmet: How to Master Outdoor Cooking is the wide variety of dishes that Chef Briwa teaches you to cook. From classic BBQ staples like ribs and brisket to more unique dishes like cedar-planked salmon and rotisserie chicken, you'll learn to cook it all. Chef Briwa also focuses on the different kinds of regional cuisine that have evolved around outdoor cooking. You'll learn about Texas-style BBQ, Carolina-style pulled pork, and many other regional specialties.

Throughout the series, Chef Briwa emphasizes the importance of quality ingredients and proper seasoning. You'll learn about the different herbs and spices that can be used to add depth and complexity to your dishes. Chef Briwa also provides tips on how to source the best meat and vegetables for your outdoor cooking adventures. Whether you're shopping at your local farmer's market or selecting meat from a specialty butcher, Chef Briwa has you covered.

In addition to the cooking techniques and recipes, The Everyday Gourmet: How to Master Outdoor Cooking also includes segments on safety and maintenance. Chef Briwa will provide tips on how to properly clean your grill, smoker, or other outdoor cooking equipment. He'll also show you how to safely extinguish your fire and store your equipment in between uses. These segments are important for anyone new to outdoor cooking and are a great refresher for experienced cooks.

Overall, The Everyday Gourmet: How to Master Outdoor Cooking is an excellent choice for anyone who loves outdoor cooking. Chef Briwa is an engaging and knowledgeable host who makes learning about this art form fun and exciting. Whether you're looking to improve your BBQ game or wanting to try your hand at smoking your own salmon, this series has something for everyone. Highly recommended for anyone who wants to take their outdoor cooking skills to the next level.

The Everyday Gourmet: How to Master Outdoor Cooking is a series that ran for 1 seasons (12 episodes) between March 6, 2015 and on The Great Courses

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Seasons

12. Entertaining - Grilling for a Group

March 6, 2015

What's a grill without the occasional outdoor party? Put together everything you've learned with several scrumptious recipes for one amazing party this summer: smoked and grilled appetizers, cedar-plank grilled king salmon, and a dry rub leg of lamb--plus a few special desserts for the road.

11. The American Tradition of Barbecue

March 6, 2015

Travel south for a tour of the great barbeque styles (vinegar-, ketchup- or mustard-based) and places (the Carolinas, Tennessee, St. Louis, and Texas). After exploring the history and culture of barbeque, see how to make your own with a variety of meats, dry rubs, and sauces. Cook everything from pork butts to ribs to brisket.

10. Grilling Veggie Savories and Sides

March 6, 2015

Shift your attention from meat to the rest of the meal. Learn how to time different types of vegetables on the grill, which will cook fast and caramelize depending on the combination of heat and sugar. Make a splendid vegetable platter with shirred eggs--perfect for a summer brunch--and then turn to grilled corn and portobello mushroom burgers.

9. Asian-Style Grilling

March 6, 2015

Thailand. Japan. Vietnam. Korea. Asia is home to some of the most delicious recipes on the planet, and this lecture surveys some of the popular Asian cuisines that can be prepared on the grill. After a series of skewered meat dishes--including beef satay and yakitori chicken--you'll end with Korean barbeque short ribs.

8. Grilling Lamb and Beef

March 6, 2015

When we think of the grill, many of us think of meat first. Look beyond the traditional burgers and hot dogs to explore different cuts of meat. Your chefs show you how to grill a marinated Thai-style hangar steak, a dry rub flat-iron steak with coal-roasted potatoes, and hoisin-glazed pork tenderloin.

7. Latin American-Style Grilling

March 6, 2015

Swing down to the Caribbean to sample the flavor of the islands. Start with a skirt steak in orange mojo sauce, and move on to an original jerk chicken recipe. Then hop over to the Yucatán for a unique twist on a traditional Mexican dish. Traditionally made with marinated pork, your cochinita pibil dish here is a barbeque halibut with fire-roasted salsa and tortillas.

6. Grilling Poultry

March 6, 2015

Take a deep dive into chicken on the grill. After reviewing the different parts of the chicken, learn how to make a classic American barbeque chicken dish, a unique marinated quail mixed grill, and a non-traditional smoke-roasted turkey with a complementary three-grain salad--sure to spice up your next holiday gathering.

5. Mediterranean-Style Grilling

March 6, 2015

Enjoy a wealth of multicultural dishes with this tour of the Mediterranean, from Italy and Greece to Turkey and Tunisia. Here, you'll explore several popular outdoor cooking recipes. Highlights include lessons in sauces such as muhammara and tzatziki, ember-roasted vegetable dishes, sandwiches and pitas, and lamb kabobs.

4. Grilling Seafood

March 6, 2015

Fish can be a tricky meat and requires close attention. Discover some common mistakes with grilling seafood and find out how best to prepare salmon, tuna, halibut, and more. Along the way, you'll learn crucial lessons about making marinades and vinaigrettes. End with a pair of recipes for grilled oysters and marinated shrimp.

3. Flatbreads and Pizza on the Grill

March 6, 2015

Delve deeper into cooking with different types of charcoal. Here, you'll find out how to make different types of bread recipes on the grill, including a delicious bruschetta and a savory crostini. Then turn to homemade pizza dough and various sauces and toppings. Plus, see how to use leftover breads to make a sweet treat with the coal embers.

2. Grilled Vegetables Starters and Salads

March 6, 2015

Now that you're up to speed on all things grilling, take a closer look at preparing different types of salads, from pancetta-wrapped endive to Bartlett pears and greens. In addition to branching away from the traditional main course meat, this lecture on fruits and vegetables shows you how the grill can enhance your homemade salad dressings.

1. The Art of Grilling

March 6, 2015

Start your course with the basics of grilling: choosing wood, cleaning the grill, tools of the trade, and a few lessons in food safety. Then try your hand at three simple recipes--two types of steak and a grilled salad--to get a feel for cooking over live fire. This first lesson offers a wealth of rules of thumb.

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Where to Watch The Everyday Gourmet: How to Master Outdoor Cooking

The Everyday Gourmet: How to Master Outdoor Cooking is available for streaming on the The Great Courses website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch The Everyday Gourmet: How to Master Outdoor Cooking on demand at Amazon Prime and Amazon.