Emerils Taco Salad Food

EMERIL'S TACO SALAD

Steps:

• In a mixing bowl, whisk the oil, 2 teaspoons of the mustard, lime juice and jalapeno, until well blended.
• Season both sides of the flank steak with the sea salt and pepper.
• Place the steak in a large resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over the steak.
• Seal the bag completely and shake several times, to evenly distribute the marinade.
• Place in the refrigerator and marinate overnight.
• Remove the steak from the refrigerator and bring to room temperature.
• Set aside.
• Preheat the fryer.
• Preheat the grill.
• Place the steak on the grill and cook for 3 to 4 minutes on each side for medium rare.
• Remove from the grill and allow to rest for a couple of minutes before slicing.
• In the cup of a blender, combine the roasted pepper, egg, lemon juice, remaining 2 tablespoons of mustard, and garlic.
• Blend on until smooth.
• Season with salt and pepper.
• With the blender running, slowly drizzle in the oil until the mixture is slightly thick.
• Add the buttermilk and continue to blend for 1 minute.
• Season with salt and pepper.
• Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
• The dressing will keep for up to 2 days in the refrigerator.
• Fry the tortilla chips in batches until golden brown.
• Remove and drain on paper towels.
• Season with salt.
• Set aside.
• In a large mixing bowl, toss the lettuce with as much dressing as you wish.
• Season with salt and pepper.
• Toss well.
• Cover the bottom of a large rectangle plastic container with a lid with the lettuce.
• Slice the steak on a bias into 2 inch slices and place over the lettuce.
• Layer the onions, tomatoes, corn and cheese over the steak.
• Cover with the lid and refrigerate until ready to use.
• The salad can be made one day ahead of time.
• When ready to serve, remove the peel and pit of the avocado.
• Small dice the avocado and season with salt and pepper.
• Add to the salad along with the tortilla chips.
• Toss well and serve.

FRIED CATFISH TACOS WITH CHIPOTLE COLE SLAW - EMERIL LAGASSE

Steps:

• Using a sharp knife, cut the catfish filets into 1-inch strips on the diagonal.
• Place fish in a medium mixing bowl with the milk, Creole mustard, hot sauce, 1/2 tsp of salt and cayenne pepper.
• Stir to thoroughly combine and refrigerate for 1 hour.
• Make the Chipotle Slaw by combining the chipotle, mayonnaise, honey and lime juice in a large mixing bowl. Add the shredded cabbage, onions, 1/4 tsp salt and thoroughly combine. Refrigerate until ready to assemble the tacos.
• Heat the vegetable oil in a cast-iron skillet or a deep fryer until a thermometer registers 350 degrees.
• In a shallow plate, combine the flour, cornmeal and creole seasoning. Dredge each piece of fish in the flour mixture until well coated on all sides.
• When the oil is hot, gently place the fish in the hot oil and deep fry until the fish is golden brown on all sides, about 2 minutes.
• Using a slotted spoon, transfer the fish to a paper-lined plate to drain. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
• Using tongs, quickly dip the corn tortillas in the hot oil until they begin to sizzle. Transfer to paper-lined plates to drain briefly, then serve, with the catfish and slaw divided among the hot taco shells.

EMERIL'S CHICKPEA SALAD

Steps:

• In a large bowl, combine chickpeas, roasted red peppers, red onion, parsley, olives, garlic, oregano, salt, crushed red pepper, lemon juice & zest, and olive oil.
• Then add feta and stir gently to combine.
• Allow chickpea to marinate for at least 1 hour or refrigerate up to overnight, stirring occasionally.
• Serve with bed of lettuce and tomatoes, spoon mixture over leaves.