ATHLETIC SUMMER MEAL PAIRINGS - NBC – Athletic Brewing Company
ATHLETIC SUMMER MEAL PAIRINGS - NBC
Athletic Brewing News
October 17, 2019
After our appearance on NBC CT last week, we’ve gotten quite a few requests for summer meal and bbq recommendations. We wanted to share the recipes we made on-air as well as some of our other favorites! Thank you very much to CT Live, Taylor, and NBC for having us on!
DISHES WE MADE ON AIR:
Just like with our beer, we aim to eat plant-based and clean ingredient profiles at every opportunity we can. We strongly prefer whole foods and the fewer ingredients per dish the better (and easier!).
All Out Stout -- “Summer Stout Pairing”
Since Athletic beer contains little to no alcohol, it can freeze. These paletas (Mexican popsicles) are made with paleo friendly cacao mix and Athletic Stout.
• Ingredients (to be blended together):
- 13-Ounce can of full-fat coconut milk
- 1/3 Cup raw cacao powder
- 2 Tablespoon raw honey
- 1 Teaspoon finely ground espresso
• Fill popsicle molds half-way with this mixture and insert stick. Freeze for 1 hour - pull out of freezer and fill the molds the rest of the way with All Out Stout. Freeze overnight.
Cerveza Athletica -- “Working Late Spicy Tacos”
Tired from grinding at the office? Most of us work way too late on your typical Taco Tuesday to bother to cook when we get home - here is how to have a beer and tacos within 15 minutes of walking in the door! Works great on weeknights or weekend bbq’s!
• Ingredients:
- 1 Can of chickpeas, drained
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 1 Can of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 1 Avocado - cut in half and remove the pit.
- Corn tortillas
- Bonus - Any pre-washed veggies fresh or from a bag (greens, broccoli slaw, shredded cabbage etc.). For this, I like to walk into the fresh produce section of the grocery store and grab what looks good.
• Heat oil in frying pan. When hot, toss in drained chickpeas and toss to coat and cook in oil. Cook for 4 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent sticking. Chop one chipotle pepper from the can and toss it in the chickpeas along with a scoop of sauce from the can (quick and dirty). Toss to coat all the chickpeas. Mix in chili and paprika if available.
• Top 1 tortilla with some spicy chickpeas, 1/4 of the avocado, veggies and enjoy with an ice cold Cerveza Athletica.
Run Wild IPA -- “Making A Healthier Wing”
Hoppy IPAs are always a winner when pairing with spicy and piquant foods. By following a simple recipe, you can cook a healthier wing that packs the same great flavor.
• Ingredients:
- 3 Pounds of chicken wings
- 1 Teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 Teaspoon paprika
- 1 Teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 Teaspoon black pepper
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 Cup hot sauce
• Mix everything except the hot sauce together and bake on a foil-covered pan at 400ºF for 25 minutes. Flip with tongs and bake for an additional 15 minutes. Once done, remove the wings from the oven and toss with hot sauce.
Upside Dawn Golden Ale -- “Healthy Pizza Night”
A classic golden ale with gluten removed needs a healthy gluten-free pizza! Easy to make and full of good fats and low on carbs!
Pizza with Cauliflower Crust
• For the cauliflower crust:
- 12 Cups Cauliflower cut into florets (about 2 medium heads or 3 lbs.)
- 1 Tbsp + 1 tsp Garlic minced
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Italian Seasoning
- Pepper
- 1 1/3 Cup + 4 Tbsp Parmesan cheese grated and divided (about 3.5 oz)
- 2 Large egg whites
• Process the cauliflower until it is fine, like the texture of rice. Place the cauliflower into a large bowl and microwave for 7 minutes, stir, and microwave for an additional 7 minutes. Then, let the cauliflower stand until cool enough to handle (approximately 10 minutes).
• Dump cauliflower into a thin flat kitchen towel (not terrycloth) and ring out ALL the excess moisture - this is the key to a crust that isn’t soggy.
• Transfer the cauliflower back into a large bowl and add in the garlic, salt, Italian seasoning, a pinch of pepper and 1 1/3 cups of the Parmesan. Stir until fully mixed, and then add the egg whites, mixing until well-mixed.
• Divide the cauliflower into 4 balls (about 1/2 cup each) and spread onto the pizza pan, leaving a ridge for the crust.
• Bake until golden brown, about 30 minutes.
• While the crust bakes, get out your favorite tomato sauce (gluten free), shredded mozzarella cheese (gluten free), and select charcuterie, veggies etc. (The sky's the limit!)
• After the crust comes out of the oven, cool for 5 minutes - then spread with sauce, cheese and toppings. Return to oven and bake for 10 minutes or until browned and melted. Manga, gluten free pizza and beer-the ultimate pairing!
Gose and Baked Goat Cheese
This is a great, tart wheat beer with a slight minerality. A perfect beer for hanging out on the back deck this summer. It’s most certainly dip time!
Baked Goat Cheese Dip:
- 10 Ounces of goat cheese
- 1/4 Cup of parmesan cheese
- 1/2 Cup of shelled edamame (frozen is fine)
- 2 Tablespoons of olive oil or avocado oil
- 2 Tablespoons of fresh cilantro
- 2 Tablespoons of fresh parsley
- 1 Teaspoon of chili flakes
- 2 Cloves of garlic
- Finely minced Salt and Pepper
• Blend all ingredients to a fine paste and place in low oven-safe dish. Broil until the top is golden brown (3-4 minutes). Serve with healthy options such as cut up veggies or toasted bean chips.
Other quick favorites:
- Lobster Rolls – can’t go wrong in the summer with a fresh lobster roll and Cerveza Atletica.
- Roasted Corn & Veggies – easy to throw on the grill, cook for 20 minutes and you’re all set!
- Burgers and Beyond Burgers – Quick and easy on the grill – goes great with Run Wild.
Cheers! Enjoy your summer!
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