Ep 2. High on the Hog
- TVG
- May 26, 2020
- 42 min
In "Chopped" season 46 episode 2, titled "High on the Hog," four chefs battle it out in the kitchen for a chance to win $10,000. The chefs are presented with a basket of mystery ingredients in each of the three rounds - appetizer, entree, and dessert - and must create a dish that impresses the judges.
The episode begins with the appetizer round, where the chefs are given a basket containing bacon, grapefruit, croissants, and corn nuts. The chefs must incorporate all of these ingredients into their dishes within just 20 minutes. The judges, including Scott Conant, Marcus Samuelsson, and Amanda Freitag, assess the chefs' dishes based on presentation, taste, and creativity.
The competition becomes more intense in the entree round, where the chefs are presented with a basket of beef shank, garbanzo beans, rainbow chard, and marshmallow fluff. The chefs must think outside the box to create a dish that balances the sweet and savory flavors, and presents well on the plate. The judges are impressed by some of the creative presentations, but some of the chefs miss the mark with their dishes.
The dessert round provides an opportunity for the remaining competitors to showcase their culinary skills and creativity. In this round, the chefs are given a basket containing caramel popcorn, mixed berries, whiskey, and goat cheese. The chefs have just 30 minutes to create a dessert that wows the judges and secures their place as the winner of this episode.
As the timer runs out, the chefs nervously present their dishes to the judges. All of the dishes are scrutinized for taste, presentation, and creativity. The judges deliberate and ultimately decide on a winner who will get the opportunity to take home the $10,000 prize.
Overall, "Chopped" season 46 episode 2 "High on the Hog" features intense competition, high-stakes challenges, and impressive culinary masterpieces. The chefs' creativity is put to the test as they create unique and delicious dishes using unexpected ingredients. Fans of the show are sure to enjoy this exciting and engaging episode.
