Welcome to The Culinary Institute of America’s Asian Cuisine Boot Camp! During this intensive culinary adventure, you will experience the cuisines of various Asian countries. From the regions of India in the southwest, to China, Japan, and Korea in the northeast, to Thailand and Vietnam in the southeast, you will become familiar with the common bonds that all Asian cuisines share. You will also learn about the distinct ingredients, dishes, flavor profiles and cooking techniques that differentiate Asian cuisines from all other global cuisines.
By the end of this rigorous course, you will no longer be intimidated by the daunting variety of items that await you in your local Asian market or restaurant. You will be an experienced cook ready for the next challenge ahead!
Downloadable course material (PDF format):
Course Guide
PowerPoint Day One: Thai Cuisine
PowerPoint Day Two: Vietnamese Cuisine
PowerPoint Day Three: Indian Cuisine
PowerPoint Day Four: Korean and Japanese Cuisine
PowerPoint Day Five: Chinese Cuisine