The Best Recipes from Guy's Ranch Kitchen 61 Photos
Each Saturday Guy invites a few of his favorite chefs to his ranch for a fun cook-off between friends. Here are the winning recipes.
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Guy Fieri invites some of his chef buddies to the ranch to prepare an Asian fusion meal that bridges the cultural divide. Justin Warner makes a sweet and tangy Korean Barbecue Meatloaf, while Aaron May takes a Chino-Latino approach to his Pork "Al Pastor" Fried Rice with Pineapple and Onions. Aarti Sequeira makes savory Indonesian Pork Larb Burgers with Sticky Rice Buns. Carl Ruiz gives his Five Spice Lamb Salad the flavor of the Far East, and Alex Guarnaschelli reinvents the Italian cannoli for her Sesame Cannoli with Ginger.
Rustic Elegance
Guy Fieri's talented chef friends improvise some beautiful dishes that can only be described as sophisticated funk. Marc Murphy grills oranges for a Boulevardier cocktail and serves fire-roasted figs over vanilla bean ice cream. Alex Guarnaschelli smothers apple and fennel on toast with gooey flamed cheese and slow-cooks a savory, melt-in-your-mouth beef stew. Michael Voltaggio's Cioppino is jam-packed with the flavors of pepperoni and seafood, and he serves avocado confit on toast with tart, fermented blackberry dressing. Finally, Jonathan Waxman effortlessly whips up a fall-off-the-bone grilled lamb and a mouthwatering warm saffron seafood salad.
Sunday Supper
Guy Fieri has invited some of his best chef friends to the ranch to share their favorite homestyle recipes for an old-fashioned Sunday supper. Alex Guarnaschelli starts the meal off right with a pitcher of Lemony Negronis, and she cooks up a crowd-pleasing Black Pepper-Crusted Roast Beef and Gravy served alongside Sauteed Spinach with Pancetta and Crispy Garlic. Michael Voltaggio makes Smoked Trout Deviled Eggs and surprises his fellow chefs by preparing Swordfish Milanese with Dill Pickle Tartar Sauce. Marc Murphy makes a savory Pork Sausage-Stuffed Zucchini and taps into his French roots with delicate Frisee aux Lardons. Finally, Eric Greenspan braises a succulent Beef Short Rib Stroganoff with Buttered Noodles and Lemon Creme Fraiche and wows the other chefs with his Apple Pie with Cheddar Cheese and Maple Whipped Cream.
Diner Classics
Guy Fieri knows diners, so when his chef friends come to the ranch with their version of diner classics, they bring their A-game! Rocco DiSpirito makes a quick Turkey Dinner with All the Trimmings and a healthy version of the classic 10-Layer Chocolate Cake. Antonia Lofaso starts with homemade Fresh Ricotta Cream on Charred Ciabatta with Chili Parsley and then serves her main dish of cheesy Rice Balls Stuffed with Bolognese Sauce, Peas and Mozzarella. Finally, Carl Ruiz whips up a boozy Honey Bourbon Vanilla Caramel Milkshake and stick-to-your-bones Matzoh Ball Soup and Disco Fries.
Streetwise
Guy Fieri's getting streetwise with international street food. Chef Nyesha Arrington is first to present with a Piri Piri Piña before firing up her Fried Chicken with Gochujang Glaze and Kimchi Collard Slaw, followed by Brown Butter Crêpes. Chef Nate Appleman is representing the West Coast with his take on an LA Street Dog and channeling his inner Argentinian with Chimichurri Skirt Steak with Fries. Chef Shota Nakajima shares how to make Kushiyaki and yummy Yakisoba. Chef Jet Tila vies for best dish with Vietnamese Shrimp Spring Rolls and keeps Guy longing for Lemongrass Pork Chop over Broken Rice.
Bring On the Heat
Guy Fieri's getting some heat in the kitchen. Chef Jose Garces makes a stunning start with a Spicy Mango Hibiscus Margarita, then keeps things in check with his Chicken Tamales with Mole. Chef Nate Appleman woos with his Wood Fiery Pizza and scores some hot points with Sausage-Stuffed Anaheim Chiles. Chef Jet Tila plates up his Spicy Shrimp and Pork Szechuan Wontons and Pad Thai Kon Kaen. Chef Aaron May promises some Parmesan Habanero Crusted Ribeye and perfect Peri Peri Potatoes before making Guy jump for joy with his Jalapeno Pineapple Upside-Down Cake.
Celebration Dinner Party
When Guy Fieri's chef friends visit the ranch, it's an occasion worth celebrating -- especially when they're cooking. Alex Guarnaschelli puts a twist on Caesar Salad with Spicy Pancetta and Cornbread Croutons, and she gives a kick to Pineapple Upside-Down Cake with Pink Peppercorn Caramel. Jonathan Waxman's cheesy Lobster Fonduta on Sauteed Baguette is only the warm-up to his Rack of Lamb with Herb Crust and Lamb Jus, and he also whips up a Frozen Rum Cordial. Finally, Marc Murphy elevates the meal with a black truffle-covered Filet of Beef with Sauce Perigourdine and simple but elegant Oven Roasted Beets with Fresh Horseradish and Herbs.
Cocktail Hour
Instead of a killer dinner, Guy Fieri invites his chef friends to make finger foods, hors d'oeuvres and appetizers for cocktail hour at the ranch. Antonia Lofaso prepares cones of tender skirt steak with a chimichurri sauce and potato frites, and for dessert, she fries up crispy, sugar-coated mini churros. Carl Ruiz makes crunchy crab croquettes and mushrooms stuffed with sweet and spicy plantains and chorizo. Aaron May serves up a decadent mix of caviar and creme fraiche on a South American arepa, a simple but delicious combination of corn and shrimp and his own version of a mule with lemon-ginger kombucha and vodka. Finally, Justin Warner makes cheesy, chewy Brazilian Pao de Queijo, roasts crispy duck breast for crostini and mixes up an extra-strong Rye Manhattan.
Tailgating Gets an Upgrade
Guy Fieri and his friends are tricking out their tailgate game at the ranch. Eric Greenspan fires up the grill with his Honey Bourbon Glazed Wings with Roquefort Dip and Grilled Skirt Steak Philly Cheesesteaks. Maneet Chauhan is ready for roaming with Pork Vindaloo Walking Taco Pies before she sweetens the scene with some Chocolate Cayenne Football Whoopie Pies. Christian Petroni brings on a Beergarita and slides home with some Pork Sausage and Provolone Sliders. Justin Warner steps up to the mat with a Yakitori Party and scores with his Oxtail Gyoza.
Game Day Feast
Guy Fieri's playing referee for a game day feast! Rocco DiSpirito kicks things off with his Happy Daze Tequila Blanco Lagerita and makes a play for some Hot Chili Crisp Baby Back Ribs before his fourth quarter finish of Fried Apple Hand Pies. Aaron May nods to the Northern teams with Buffalo Chicken Dumplings and Celery Salad before saluting the Southern conference of Fried Chicken and Cornbread Waffles with Maple Hot Sauce. Hunter Fieri goes for the goal with Cheeseburger Egg Rolls with Spicy Fancy Sauce and makes the cut with Carne Asada Fries.
Sweet and Spicy
Guy Fieri doesn't love candy, so when his chef friends visit the ranch for Halloween, they know to mix heat with the sweet. Amanda Freitag starts off the meal with a Red Hot-blood orange margarita made with spicy cinnamon syrup, and she smokes deep-fried chicken wings coated in hot sauce and pomegranate molasses. Marc Murphy embraces the colors of the holiday with orange and black caviar-covered deviled eggs as well as cheesy risotto served in an acorn squash. Christian Petroni shows his pizza-making expertise with a Tenderoni Pizza dripping with hot honey, and he serves up fire-roasted broccolini sprinkled with sweet and tart preserved lemon.
Old-School Vegas
Reminiscing over smoky steakhouses and hearty red sauce joints, Guy Fieri invites his chef friends to prepare an old-school Las Vegas meal fit for the Rat Pack. Marc Murphy updates the classic Lobster Thermador and elevates creamed spinach with rich truffles and fried oysters. Christian Petroni stretches mozzarella curd to make creamy straciatella cheese from scratch, and for dessert, he serves up a velvety tiramisu. Amanda Freitag pounds veal for a fork-tender Milanese and mixes up a bourbon and champagne cocktail called a Classic Seelbach. Finally, Aaron May turns paper-thin slices of potato into crisp Mini Pommes Anna and brings Vegas to the ranch with buttery, bacon-filled Clams Casino.
Small Plates, Big Brunch
Guy Fieri wants a little of everything. Chef Adam Sobel pours White Peach and Purple Basil Bellini and treats Guy to his Tokyo-Style Hashbrowns and some Strawberry Coconut Crème Brûlée French Toast. Chef Mei Lin makes Guy flip for Fried Mochi Dumplings with Pork and Dried Radish before opening his palate with Okonomiyaki. Chef Aarti Sequeira has Guy try savory Tomato Chaat Pie and rolls up some Rice and Coconut Crêpes with Mango Cardamom Stuffing. Chef Joe Sasto is betting on ‘Nduja Baked Clams Casino and crossing over cuisines with "Chicago Beef" Birria Tacos.
Date Night
Love is in the air at Guy Fieri's ranch kitchen! Hunter Fieri starts the date night off right with a Spicy Jalapeno Pineapple Margarita before sealing the deal with Sesame-Crusted Ahi with Ponzu Vinaigrette. Brooke Williamson roasts oysters and gets her grill on with Halibut served with Crispy Rice and Green Bean Vinaigrette. Crista Luedtke takes the cake with her Cornmeal-Crusted Crab Cakes and heats hearts with her Fire-Roasted Cauliflower. Gerry Garvin seduces the crowd with his Pan-Seared Chilean Sea Bass before whipping up an irresistible Chocolate Mousse with a luxurious Chocolate Liqueur Whipped Cream.
Cali Brunch
Guy Fieri is at the ranch with his chef friends celebrating the bounty of the Golden State with a Cali-style brunch spread. Eric Greenspan makes delicate and delicious Lemon Ricotta Pancakes with Stone Fruit Compote, and Aaron May prepares a West Coast Dungeness Crab Benedict with Avocado Salad. Carl Ruiz piles up some Tallegio and Asparagus Paninis, while Aarti Sequeira's bright and spicy Israeli Shakshouka bursts with the flavor of just-harvested local tomatoes.
Farm-to-Table Holiday
Guy Fieri's having a farm-to-table holiday feast. Chef Lee Anne Wong lights up with a Fireside Delight before sharing Smoked Pork Cassoulet and sweet Lilikoi Skillet Souffle. Chef Aarti Sequeira preps Pumpkin-Tamarind Soup with Crispy Curry Leaves and has good luck with Duck with Fish Sauce Caramel. Chef Adam Sobel digs deep with Horseradish and Red Wine Braised Short Ribs and makes it a family affair with Nana's Lemon Broccoli with Toasted Pine Nuts and Roasted Garlic. Hunter Fieri reels in Red Snapper Escovitch and leaves Guy wanting more of his Morel Mushroom Toasts.
Sweet 'N' Sour
Guy Fieri's looking for a classic and favorite flavor combination: sweet and sour. Chef Rocco DiSpirito takes the main stage with his Maine Lobster Peperonata and makes sure your eyes won't glaze over with Glazed Beets Agro Dolce with Ricotta Salata. Chef Aaron May hits the right note with a Key Lime Pisco Sour before giving us his Grilled Quail with Pomegranate and reminding us that life is sweet with a Grapefruit Brûlée Tartlette. Hunter Fieri stuns with some Sweet 'N Sour Chicken Wings and busts out his Balsamic Brussels Sprouts with Maple Bacon and Parmesan.
As American As …
Guy Fieri invites his chef friends to put a spin on some American classics. Eric Greenspan begins with his Butter-Poached Lobster Rolls with Celery Fennel Slaw, before bowling everyone over with Twice-Baked Potatoes with Crispy Pork Belly. Maneet Chauhan isn't shy about her Southern Belle Mint Juleps and shakes things up with her Seekh Kebab Corn Dogs with Mint Mustard Sauce. Christian Petroni tears it up with a Teriyaki Meatloaf and gets nostalgic with his very own Cheesy Creamed Corn. Justin Warner races to greatness with his Speed-Brined Chicken Nuggets and fires up some fantastic Fajita Chimichangas.
Stuffed
Everything is getting stuffed in Guy Fieri's ranch kitchen! Chef Adam Sobel starts things off with a Sicilian Lifeguard Martini that he serves with blue-cheese stuffed olives, then dives right into some 'Nduja Stuffed Calamari and The Lightest and Fluffiest Manicotti on Earth. Chef Aarti Sequeira shares some of her Shumai Stuffed Mushrooms and falls in love with Lebanese Beef and Cheese Arayes. Chef Lee Anne Wong makes her Ma Po Lamb Dumplings and kills it with her Korean-Style Chicken Roulade. Chef Aaron May has Guy craving his Crab and Bacon Rangoons before serving scrumptious Salted Caramel Beignets.
Burgers Every Which Way
Guy Fieri's getting a burger bonanza. Chef Rocco DiSpirito garnishes a Giant Bloody Mary with Mini Cheeseburger and Friends, sells us on a Grilled Shrimp Burger with Fried Green Tomato and wedges in a Wedge Salad with Smoked Brisket and Blue Cheese. Chef Tiffany Derry delights with a Fried Chicken Burger and has us all beat with her Crispy Beet Fries. Chef Eric Greenspan dances with a Duck Fat Smash Burger on Brioche and perfects Pickled Onion Rings with Tarragon Ranch. Chef Christian Petroni brings us Bison Meatloaf Burgers with BBQ Sauce and perfect Patatas Bravas.
Healthy Comfort
Guy Fieri gets cozy with a low-cal twist when he's joined by some of his favorite chefs at the ranch to cook healthy comfort food. Justin Warner makes his Kale and Bean Soup, as well as his Fish Taquitos that feature the freshness of fish ceviche and thinly sliced mango. Scott Conant's Baked Eggplant Parmigiana offers crispy, cheesy goodness without the grease, and his Mixed Fruit in Coconut Cream with Basil Granita is a guilt-free treat. Jonathan Waxman makes Braised Char with Chanterelles that's low in fat but full of flavor, and his Vodka, Poire William and Green Chartreuse cocktail is light and refreshing. Marc Murphy goes simple and wholesome with a Roast Chicken and Roasted Potatoes with Rosemary, and Rocco DiSpirito draws on his healthy cooking expertise to create easy-on-the-waistline Cauliflower Risotto Cacio e Pepe and "Dirt" Donuts for dessert.
Modern Comfort
Guy Fieri wants comfort food with a modern twist. Eric Greenspan makes Mini Cuban Reubens with Pulled Pork and Orange Mayo and calms us with his Green Chile Cornbread Skillet. Maneet Chauhan goes old school with Tomato Soup and Grilled Cheese and goes bananas with her Salted Caramel Monkey Bread. Christian Petroni doctors up Crispy Potato Nuggets with Beer Cheese and Caviar and serves homestyle Chicken-Fried Eggplant with Creamy Red-Eye Gravy. Justin Warner packs a punch with his Mace and Black Pepper Brandy Alexander before wowing the crowd with Clams Casino Mazeman.
Entertaining: Steakhouse at Home
Restaurant fads come and go, but authentic and time-honored steakhouse classics are never out of style. Guy Fieri invites his chef friends to the ranch for an evening of entertaining and steakhouse favorites. Meat master Marc Murphy elevates a Grilled Skirt Steak with a Charred Pepper Salsa and reinvents a classic with his Grilled Escarole Caesar Salad. Michael Voltaggio updates beef with broccoli with his Dry-Aged Rib-Eye with Broccoli Chimichurri and Soy Mustard, served alongside Hibiscus Whiskey Sours. Eric Greenspan makes a Not-Classic Wedge Salad with Pickled Peppers, Olive Relish and Blue Cheese, paired with a succulent Butter-Basted Rib-Eye with Crispy Smashed Potatoes and Horseradish. And finally, Alex Guarnaschelli bucks convention with delectable Charred Double Cut Pork Chops with Brown Sugar BBQ Sauce and a decadent No-Bake Cheesecake for dessert.
