Beer, chipotle and Shin Ramyun: Mexican chef's unique take wins Korean ramyeon contest




 

Mexican cook Jesus Manuel Ponce Ruiz won first place in a famous ramyun cooking contest in South Korea. His winning recipe, called "Lager Spicy Butter Ramyun," mixes Nongshim Shin Ramyun noodles with chipotle paste, butter, lemon zest, and beer. He also served it with a grilled chicken skewer.

Contest judges and festival visitors were very surprised when Ponce Ruiz used beer instead of water to cook the noodles. He explained that cooking with beer is common in Mexico because it adds a special flavor and balances the rich butter and spicy chipotle. He also used a secret citrus touch with lemon zest to surprise people with a delicious new taste.

Ponce Ruiz originally planned a vacation to South Korea with his wife, who found the contest online and told him to apply. Although he had a long 32-hour journey back home to Mexico, he said winning the prize money and making wonderful new friends in Gumi was one of the best experiences of his life.

Edited using generative AI tools. 
Source: https://m.koreaherald.com/article/10935154

Comprehension

Who won first place in the Korean ramyun cooking contest?
What is the name of the winning ramyun recipe?
What unexpected liquid did the chef use instead of water to cook the noodles?
What secret ingredient did the chef use to add a bright, citrusy flavor?
How did the chef find out about the cooking competition?

Discussion

Do you like eating instant noodles or ramyun? How do you usually cook them?
What is your favorite food from your country? Is it spicy or sweet?
Have you ever tried mixing food from two different cultures? What did you make?
Would you put beer or fruit in your noodles? Why or why not?
Do you like to travel to other countries? Which country do you want to visit?
What is the best food you have ever eaten on a trip?
Do you like cooking food at home, or do you prefer eating at restaurants?
If you could win a cooking contest, what food would you cook for the judges?

Vocabulary

recipe = a set of instructions for preparing a particular dish
contest = a competition or game in which people try to win
contest = a competition or game in which people try to win
ingredient = one of the foods or substances that are combined to make a particular dish
spicy = flavored with or containing strong spices
flavor = the distinctive taste of a food or drink
vacation = a fixed period of time spent away from home for pleasure or travel
journey = an act of traveling from one place to another