It's tailgate time and that means , tasty foods.It;s a lot of the same old dishes - namely barbecue and classics such as hamburgers and hot dogs. However it;s time to put some spice - literally in the dishes.
Tail gating already has international foods. There are hot dogs, and hamburgers from Germany along with pizza from Southern Italy. Yet its' time to add a little more interest and a little more zing. Yes, the German classics are always welcomed and delicious when grilled outdoors, but think about another Deutch land treat - bratwurst. It;s has a ilkd porky favor, richly layered with such spices as nutmeg, coriander and marjoram. Grill these and serve on a long roll with mustard or sauerkraut. Have it with a beer for more of an Oktoberfest vibe. Currywurst is another German import that's perfect for tailgating and even fall barbecues.It has a both savory and sweet taste from a tomato base and such curry spices as cumin and ginger. It's good on a toasted bun with a relish on top. For real Indian treats try samosas. These are crispy and fried (they can be air fried in the parking lot), This would be the rare vegan tailgate dish thanks to the samosas being filled with peas and potatoes. Another deep or air fried treat is falafel from the MidEast, This too is vegan and made from chickpeas..It can be served as a stuffing for pita or as kebabs.
If you're craving meat, then think of Chinese bao buns. They're filled with pork or beef along with soy sauce and lemongrass.Tacos from Mexico also make for good tailgate snacks. These can be filled with anything , from vegan options like beans and sliced avocados to beef , pork, chicken or shrimp. Bring squeezy bottles of sour cream and salsa to squirt on top. Have containers full of chopped tomatoes and shredded cheese too. Ceviche is another spicy treat that's perfect for tailgate dining. This Peruvian classic is shrimp cooked in lime juice and often mixed with onions chili peppers and cilantro Enjoy with a good Peruvian beer like Piscal or Cusquena.Another fun tailgating dish is from Italy. It;s antipasto skewers. Imagine the best antipasto all on a stick.Think about layering such cured meats as pepperoni, and salami ,mozzarella, olives and grape tomatoes. For coooler tail gate days, think the Candian poutine, French fries and cheese curds drenched in a hot,creamy gravy.The last is a thick beef stock while the curds are white cheddar. (you can sub in slices of cheddar with this).
It's tailgating season. Liven it up with international foods. They're a fun way to add zest and zing to the most American of gatherings.
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