Ep 17. Sprung a Leek

Season 15, Episode 17 of Beat Bobby Flay is titled "Sprung a Leek". The episode features two skilled chefs, each with their own unique culinary style, going head-to-head in hopes of defeating celebrity chef Bobby Flay in a cooking competition.

The first chef is Danielle Leoni, a highly-talented chef based in Phoenix, Arizona. Danielle is the co-owner of an innovative seafood restaurant called The Breadfruit & Rum Bar, and her signature dishes often utilize fresh seafood and tropical ingredients. She is known for her unique approach to seafood and Caribbean-inspired cuisine.

The second chef is Adam Greenberg, an experienced chef and restaurateur from Chicago, Illinois. Adam is the owner and executive chef of a popular Mediterranean-style restaurant called Coconutz. He is known for his bold flavor combinations and innovative takes on classic dishes.

In this episode, Danielle and Adam are tasked with creating a dish featuring one of Bobby Flay's least favorite vegetables: the leek. Both chefs will have 20 minutes to prepare their dishes before presenting them to Bobby and his guest judge, Chef Mark Bittman.

Throughout the competition, tensions run high as both chefs work to incorporate the leek into their dishes in a unique and flavorful way. Danielle opts to make a seafood dish with a leek and coconut milk sauce, while Adam creates a fusion-inspired dish featuring leek pancakes and a smoked salmon and crème fraiche topping.

As the competition heats up, both chefs face challenges in the kitchen, including timing issues and unexpected ingredient mishaps. However, they push through and deliver their dishes to Bobby and Chef Bittman for judging.

In the end, only one chef will be declared the winner and move on to the final round, where they will have the chance to Beat Bobby Flay and win $25,000. Will it be Danielle's Caribbean-inspired leek dish or Adam's quirky fusion creation? Tune in to find out in Season 15, Episode 17 of Beat Bobby Flay, "Sprung a Leek".