Ep 8. Dinner for Dad

Dinner for Dad is the eighth episode of the second season of Chopped Junior. The show is a cooking competition that features young chefs between the ages of 9 and 15 competing against each other for a chance to win a cash prize of $10,000.

In this episode, the theme is all about creating a special dinner for dad. The contestants are given a basket of mystery ingredients in every round, and they have to use their culinary skills to come up with creative and delicious dishes.

In the first round, the young chefs are tasked with making an appetizer using ground pork, almond butter, watermelon radishes, and crescent rolls. The judges, which include chef Amanda Freitag, actress Sarah Michelle Gellar, and food critic Dan Pashman, will be evaluating the dishes based on taste, presentation, and creativity.

For the second round, the contestants have to prepare a main course using lamb chops, rainbow carrots, mascarpone cheese, and French bread. The young chefs have to work quickly to come up with a dish that will impress the judges and keep them in the competition.

In the final round, the remaining contestants have to use maple syrup, green papaya, black garlic, and grapeseed oil to create a dessert that will be the perfect ending to a special Father's Day dinner. The young chefs have to showcase their skills and creativity to impress the judges and win the prize money.

Throughout the competition, the young chefs face many challenges, from time constraints to unusual ingredients, but they remain determined and focused on creating the best dishes they can. The judges provide valuable feedback and guidance, helping the contestants to improve their dishes and avoid common mistakes.

In the end, only one young chef will be named the winner of Dinner for Dad and get to take home the $10,000 prize. The rest of the contestants will leave with valuable experience, new skills, and a sense of pride for having made it to the competition.