Food Wars Season 3 Episode 17 Walking the Tightrope of Umami

Soma and his friends at Totsuki Academy continue to compete in the Autumn Elections. In this episode, titled "Walking the Tightrope of Umami," the competition heats up as the remaining contestants strive to showcase their mastery of the "fifth taste" - umami.

Umami is a Japanese word that refers to the savory flavor found in foods such as meat, mushrooms, and soy sauce. It is a complex and subtle flavor that is difficult to achieve, and each of the contestants must carefully balance their ingredients and techniques to create dishes that showcase this taste.

As the episode begins, Soma and his fellow contestants are given their next challenge: to create a dish that highlights the unique umami flavors of Japanese eel. The eel is a challenging ingredient - it has a rich, oily flavor that can easily overpower other tastes if not prepared correctly.

Soma immediately sets to work, devising a plan to create an eel dish that is both bold and balanced. He experiments with different cooking techniques and ingredient combinations, meticulously testing each variation to see which will provide the perfect umami flavor.

Meanwhile, the other contestants are also hard at work, each taking their own approach to the challenge. Some opt for traditional Japanese preparations, while others try more experimental techniques in an attempt to stand out from the pack.

As the competition heats up, tensions begin to rise among the contestants. Soma finds himself facing off against several of his old rivals, including the arrogant Akira Hayama and the seductive Arato Hisako. Each of these competitors is determined to prove themselves as the best, and they will stop at nothing to achieve victory.

Despite the intense pressure, Soma remains focused on his goal. He knows that his dish must be perfect if he hopes to advance to the next round of the competition. With each passing moment, he grows more and more confident in his ability to create a dish that truly captures the essence of umami.

Finally, the time comes for the judges to taste each of the contestants' dishes. Soma presents his eel dish with confidence, explaining his thought process behind each of the ingredients and techniques he employed. The judges listen intently, examining each dish carefully and deliberating over their final decision.

At last, the verdict is in. Soma and several of his fellow contestants are chosen to advance to the next round of the competition, while others are left disappointed and eliminated from the competition.

As the episode draws to a close, Soma reflects on his success and looks ahead to the challenges that lie ahead. He knows that each round of the competition will be tougher than the last, but he is determined to continue pushing himself to new heights and creating dishes that tantalize the senses and elevate the art of cooking to new heights.