In this thrilling episode, Elaine Martínez, DDS, takes us deeper into post-apocalyptic Griffith Park, where she encounters the scrappy and resourceful @ratpoison. As they navigate the lively and chaotic Fission House, Elaine and @ratpoison collaborate on an unexpected culinary creation: a savory and sweet marinade for Portobello mushrooms. The episode is filled with reflections on survival, unexpected alliances, and complete with a Pepperoni bridge.

Key Moments:

• Elaine reflects on her childhood memories of backyard camping with her grandparents as she navigates the social intricacies of Fission House.

  
  



• A surprising culinary adventure begins as Elaine meets @ratpoison, a self-taught chef and influencer with a peculiar cooking style.

  
  



• The duo prepares "Not-Poisoned Portobello Mushrooms," featuring a unique marinade of butter, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce.

  
  



• Elaine uncovers a possible lead on the whereabouts of her missing friends, Sam and Jo, after learning about "the legend of the good-smelling siren screaming in the night" in Griffith Park.

  
  

  
  

  
  

@ratpoison's (Not-Poisoned) Portobello Mushrooms Recipe

Ingredients:

• 3 large Portobello mushrooms

  
  



• 1 stick (1/2 cup) of butter

  
  



• 1/4 cup brown sugar

  
  



• 1/2 bottle of Worcestershire sauce

  
  



• Optional: Pepperoni (Elaine’s choice is to leave this out)

  
  



• Optional: A sprig of rosemary for garnish

  
  

Instructions:

• Prepare Your Workspace: Set up a safe cooking area, preferably with a grill.

  
  

• Make the Marinade:

  
  
  
  

  • In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.

    
    
  
  

  • Stir in the brown sugar until it begins to dissolve, creating a rich, gooey mixture.

    
    
  
  

  • Pour in the Worcestershire sauce and stir until the ingredients are well combined.

    
    
  
  

  • If using pepperoni, add it to the marinade. Elaine suggests trying it without.

    
    
  
  
  
  

• Marinate the Mushrooms:

  
  
  
  

  • Place the Portobello mushrooms gill side up on a tray.

    
    
  
  

  • Pour the marinade over the mushrooms, ensuring they are fully coated.

    
    
  
  

  • Let the mushrooms sit in the marinade for about an hour.

    
    
  
  
  
  

• Grill the Mushrooms:

  
  
  
  

  • Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

    
    
  
  

  • Grill the mushrooms, gill side up, for about 10 minutes or until they start to smell fragrant.

    
    
  
  

  • Flip the mushrooms and grill for an additional 3 minutes on the other side.

    
    
  
  
  
  

• Serve:

  
  
  
  

  • Garnish with a sprig of rosemary if available.

    
    
  
  

  • Enjoy the savory-sweet goodness of the "Not-Poisoned Portobello Mushrooms."

    
    
  
  
  
  

Tips and Variations:

• Foraging: If you're up for an adventure, try foraging for rosemary or other fresh herbs in the area. It adds a delightful touch to the dish.

  
  



• Survival Tip: Elaine reminds us that even in a post-apocalyptic world, creativity in the kitchen can bring a sense of normalcy and joy.

  
  

Credits:

• Written by: Rosa Delgado

  
  



• Directed by: Alli Slice

  
  



• Elaine Martínez voiced by: Rosa Delgado

  
  



• @ratpoison voiced by: Mouzam Makkar

  
  



• Courier voiced by: Raechel Wong

  
  

Special Thanks:
Special thanks to our amazing Patrons who make this season possible. You can find out more about becoming a Patron at Patreon.com/elainescooking.