CHEFS ACADEMY - Spice Route Curriclum


Module 1 - Introduction to Spice Route
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Regions to be covered   Harissa
Brief history of the spice trade   Flatbread
Origin of certain spices and ingredients   Chiles Rellenos
    Patatas Bravas
    South Indian ginger and lamb curry
    Hunan chicken
    Vietnamese stir fried bock choy
     

Module 2 - South Asia
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Introduction to Region

  • Neighbouring  Countries
  • Climate, Agriculture, Economy & Religion
  • Brief History of Spice Route Influences
  • Cuisine of South  Asia
  • Staple Ingredients of South  Asia
  • Whats in the pantry in South  Asia
  • Classical dishes of South  Asia
  • Glossary of terms
 
  • BBQ Lamb
  • Chicken & Noodle Broth
  • Lime & Mint Duck
  • Glazed Pumpkin
  • Chicken Satay
  • Saffron Monkfish
  • Chicken with Mango & Coconut Sauce
  • Kimchee
  • Springrolls & Rice Paper Rolls
  • Red Vegetable Curry
  • Pad Thai
  • Pho
  • Nasi Goreng
  • Green Thai Curry
  • Banana Fritters
  • Lime Leche Flan

Module 3 - India
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Introduction to Region

  • Country or Region in a Nutshell
  • Neighbours/ Countries in the region
  • Climate
  • Regions of Cultivation
  • Economy and Religion
  • Brief History Including Spice Trade
  • Influences
  • Staples of Northern India
  • Northern India Pantry
  • Classic Dishes of Northern India
  • Understanding Regional Flavours of Northern India
  • Central India Pantry
  • Central India Staples
  • Southern India Pantry
  • Southern India Staples
  • Classic Dishes of Southern India
  • Understanding Regional Flavours of Southern India
  • Glossary
 
  • Stuffed Paratha
  • Talapia  Green Curry
  • Pork Vindaloo
  • Puloa
  • Parsi Chicken
  • Mint
  • Saag Paneer

Module 4 - Middle East
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Introduction to the region

  • The countries of Western Europe
  • Climate, agriculture, religion an economy
  • Brief history of spice route influences
  • Time line of culinary influences and spice route
  • Staple ingredients of Western Europe
  • What’s in the pantry in Western Europe
  • Glossary of terms
 
  • Tabbouleh
  • Hummus, Tahina & Falafel
  • Baba Ghanouj
  • Shish Kebab
  • Khoesht Anaar-Aveej
  • Dolmas
  • Matfiya
  • Shorbat Addis
  • Makloube
  • Mansaf
  • Mussakhan
  • Kebse
  • Kibbeh
  • Arabian Flatbread
  • Yahuudi Musaafir
  • Umm Ali
  • Ranginak
  • Baklava
  • Burekas

Module 5 - North Asia
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Introduction to Region

  • Neighbouring  Countries
  • Climate, Agriculture, Economy & Religion
  • Brief History of Spice Route Influences
  • Cuisine of North Asia
  • Staple Ingredients of North Asia
  • Whats in the pantry in North Asia
  • Classical dishes of North Asia
  • Glossary of terms
 
  • Stir Fried Sprouts
  • Chinese Coleslaw
  • Stir Fried Beef Fillet
  • Crab & Vegetable Tempuras
  • Dashi & Clear Soup
  • Sushi Meshi, Nori Rolls, California Rolls, Nigiri
  • Pork Dumplings
  • Bao
  • Okonomiyaki
  • Ma Po Tofu
  • Rice Congee
  • Pickled White Radish
  • Dongpo Pork
  • Soy Braised Pork Belly
  • Star Anise Ice Cream

Module 6 - Eastern Europe
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Introduction to Region

  • Region in a nutshell
  • Time line
  • Eating in Eastern Europe
  • Eastern European Meat and fish dishes
  • Eastern European Stews
  • Eastern European Soups
  • Eastern European Dumplings and Starches
  • Eastern European Cheese and Dairy
  • Eastern European Charcuterie
  • Eastern European Dips and Salads
  • Eastern European Cakes and desserts
  • Eastern European Drinks
  • Eastern European Breads
  • Glossary
 
  • Beef Stroganov
  • Pelmeni
  • Borsch Moskovskii
  • Kulebyaki
  • Salad Olivier
  • Lemon Kvas
  • Kasha
  • Goose with apples
  • Stirred apple cake
  • Beet Zakuska
  • Varenyky
  • Hirka pum cake
  • Pork pörkölt
  • Pepper tokány
  • Chicken paprika
  • Goulash soup
  • Lángos
  • Cabbage in the Heyduck Tradition
  • Shashlyks
  • Lahmadjo
  • Lithuanian potato sausage

Module 7 - Mediterranean
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Introduction to the region

  • Countries of the Mediterranean
  • Brief history of spice route influences
  • Time line of political/culinary influences
  • Staple ingredients
  • What’s in the Pantry in the Mediterranean
  • Some Classic Dishes from Mediterranean
  • Regional flavour chart
  • Glossary of terms
 
  • Caponata
  • Osso Bucco
  • Beef Espetada
  • Pissaladiere
  • Risi e Bisi
  • Sicilian Sardines

Module 8 - Western Europe
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Introduction to the region

  • Regions and respective countries in a nutshell
  • Brief history including spice Route influences
  • Time line of political and culinary influences
  • United Kingdom Staples
  • Scandinavian Staples
  • Western Europe Staples
  • United Kingdom Pantry
  • Scandinavian Pantry
  • Western Europe Pantry
  • Classic Dishes
  • Glossary of Terms
 
  • Norwegian fish balls
  • Swedish cheese cake
  • Cabbage rolls
  • Boerenkool
  • Wentelteefjes
  • Cock-a- leekie
  • Lancashire hot pot
  • Toad in the hole
  • Weiner schnitzel
  • Weiner apfelstrudel

Module 9 - Americas
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Introduction to the region

  • Countries in the Americas
  • Brief history of spice route influences
  • Time line of political/culinary influences
  • Staple ingredients of North America
  • Staple ingredients of South America
  • What’s in the Pantry, North Amerca
  • What’s in the Pantry, South America
  • North American classic dishes
  • South American classic dishes
  • Understanding regional flavours
  • Glossary of terms
 
  • Buttermilk Doughnuts
  • Guacamole
  • Nachos
  • Fejoado Completa
  • Salsa Mexicana
  • Southern Fried chicken wings
  • Chili Con Carne
  • New York Cheese Cake
  • Callaloo

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