Chef-Level Cooking Party

 Marian Rivera graces media cook-off

By Earl D.C. Bracamonte

Movie box-office queen Marian Rivera served as juror to the media cook-off at the event center of the Mega Prime headquarters.

Simply dubbed "Chef-Level Cooking Party," four groups comprised of pre-determined competitors each showcased their kitchen wizardry with the help of Mega Prime Ingredients.

Team Spoon, declared the cooking champ for their entry "Currymier Chicken, received Maslex cookware sets as part of their prize package. Their winning entry was a spin-off of the dish from the cooking demo (see recipe below).

Brand ambassador Chef Hazel shared an easy-to-cook dish for the holidays and special occasions.

Recipe: Chef-Level Chicken Platter

Ingredients:

2 kilos chicken thighs (or any preferred part)

1 cup mushrooms, canned

250 ml. (1 cup) all-purpose cream

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 medium-sized onion, chopped

1 pc. chicken broth cube

1 tbsp. soy sauce

1 cup water

Cooking oil for searing

Chopped parsley (for.garnishing)

Salt and pepper, to taste 

Cooking preparation:

1) Wash and prepare the chicken thighs and place in a colander to drain excess water. Then season with salt and pepper and massage well.

2) Heat some cooking oil in a pan. Add the seasoned chicken (skin side first) and sear for a few minutes. Flip to sear to other side until meat turns light brown. Place seared chicken in paper towels to eliminate excess oil. Set aside.

3) Reduce oil from pan. Add the garlic and onions and saute 'til golden brown; then the mushrooms and continue sauteeing.

4) Add the seared chicken. Sprinkle the soy sauce to color the meat slightly. Pour in the water and broth cube. Cover the pan and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes using medium heat. Flip the chicken halfway through simmering to cook the meat evenly.

5) After the alloted time, bring the heat down before putting in the all-purpose cream. Mix well. Cook for a few more minutes until sauce becomes thicker. Turn the heat off.

6) Garnish with chopped parsley on a serving plate. Serve with steaming hot rice!

Next year, 2025, Mega Prime will be celebrating their 50th year anniversary of founding.