The chefs are challenged to make a bacon, lettuce and tomato sandwich inspired meal while using the ingredients that have been prepared for them in their baskets which include creamy comfort foods and items that vaguely taste like lettuce.
The chefs receive a challenge to use small basket items to make dishes without skimping on the flavor or creativity, but it's up to the judge is to determine if the pint-size portions can compare to the mighty main plate counterparts.
Something fried in the appetizer basket is a bit of a head-scratcher for the chefs, and the competitive fire is strong in the entrée round as they pull some curious fusion tacos from the basket and hustle to put together plates.
The fanciest ingredients are provided to the chefs in golden baskets, who face the daunting challenge of rising to the occasion to make the judges some of the best upscale meals, which must include caviar potato chips and veggies.
Cauliflower is the veggie of the moment and the undisputed star of this Chopped battle. In the first round, the chefs must use the ubiquitous carb substitute in their dishes along with a funky Mexican delicacy.
The chefs learn that they will be required to fry something in every course; in the appetizer round, a brightly colored beverage and a stuffed pasta are part of the puzzle; a wild sundae brings fun to an exciting dessert round.
The chefs attempt to use barbecued beef intestines and spiny cacti in their appetizers. They will also make quail entrées using Australian seasoning, and they use a jar of Mexican caramel in their desserts. Which contestant has what it takes to become the Chopped Champion?