Smuggling Baby Eels: The New Black Market
This week: Suitcases full of contraband. A smuggler who writes poetry in jail. And the chance to make thousands of dollars in one night. Reporter Otis Gray brings us the story of America’s eel fishing boom—and what happened when it got out of hand. Plus, Kenji López-Alt discusses the surprising science of salting scrambled eggs, and we make kefta in a creamy tahini sauce.
Get this week’s recipe for Baked Kefta with Tahini here.
Listen to Otis Gray’s “Sleepy” podcast here.
Music in Otis Gray’s piece is by Blue Dot Sessions.
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This week: Suitcases full of contraband. A smuggler who writes poetry in jail. And the chance to make thousands of dollars in one night. Reporter Otis Gray brings us the story of America’s eel fishing boom—and what happened when it got out of hand. Plus, Kenji López-Alt discusses the surprising science of salting scrambled eggs, and we make kefta in a creamy tahini sauce.
Get this week’s recipe for Baked Kefta with Tahini here.
Listen to Otis Gray’s “Sleepy” podcast here.
Music in Otis Gray’s piece is by Blue Dot Sessions.
We want to hear your culinary tips! Share your cooking hacks, secret ingredients or unexpected techniques with us for a chance to hear yourself on Milk Street Radio! Here's how: https://www.177milkstreet.com/radiotips
Listen to Milk Street Radio on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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