Ep 13. Three Cheers for Chocolate!

It's time for a sweet and indulgent episode of Chopped, as the contestants are tasked with creating dishes that feature chocolate as the star ingredient. The chefs arrive in the kitchen, buzzing with excitement and anticipation for what's to come. They are greeted with an array of chocolate products, from rich dark chocolate bars to creamy milk chocolate ganache.

First up is the appetizer round, and the chefs have just 20 minutes to make a dish using the mystery ingredients. They must incorporate not only chocolate but also other surprise ingredients like figs, goat cheese, and raclette cheese. The clock starts ticking, and the chefs get to work. Some choose to combine the sweet and savory flavors, while others focus on creating a chocolate-forward dish. The judges sample each dish and critique the chefs on their use of the mystery ingredients, creativity, and overall flavor.

Next, it's on to the entree round, where the chefs are given 30 minutes to create a dish using the surprise ingredients of pork chops, kale, chili peppers, and, of course, chocolate. The chefs are challenged to make a dish that is not only delicious but also visually stunning. Some opt for a classic pork chop dish with a chocolate sauce, while others take a more unconventional approach, using the chocolate to create a mole sauce or even incorporating it into a rub for the pork.

Finally, it's time for dessert, and the chefs are given just 30 minutes to create a decadent chocolate dessert using the mystery ingredients of almonds, pomegranate, and coconut milk. The chefs pull out all the stops, whipping up everything from chocolate mousse to chocolate truffles and even chocolate-covered coconut macaroons. The judges taste each dish and make their final decision on who will be crowned the winner of this chocolatey competition.

Throughout the episode, the contestants are constantly under pressure, and the viewers can feel the intensity in the air. But as the judges taste each dish, they also applaud the creativity and ingenuity of the chefs. From combining unlikely ingredients to experimenting with new techniques, the chefs show just how versatile chocolate can be in the kitchen.

In the end, only one chef can be named the winner of this episode of Chopped, and they will have demonstrated not only their skill and talent but also their ability to think outside the box and take risks in the kitchen. This episode of Chopped will surely have viewers licking their lips and craving something sweet and chocolatey.