Ep 5. Spiciest!

In the fifth episode of Guy's Grocery Games season 16, titled "Spiciest!," the heat is turned up in the kitchen as four talented chefs compete in a series of challenges focused on creating the spiciest dishes. Host Guy Fieri welcomes the contestants to the grocery store, where they must navigate their way through the aisles to gather the ingredients they need to make their fiery concoctions.

The first challenge requires the chefs to create a dish that incorporates one of the spiciest peppers in the world. With options ranging from the Carolina Reaper to the Ghost Pepper, the contestants must carefully balance the heat of the pepper with other flavors to create a delicious and well-rounded dish. The chefs must also be mindful of their cooking techniques, as overcooking or overheating the peppers can quickly turn their dishes into inedible infernos.

Next, the contestants must demonstrate their creativity as they are challenged to make a dish featuring at least three different types of spicy ingredients. From hot sauce and chili flakes to jalapenos and habaneros, the chefs must take bold risks in combining flavors and spices to create standout dishes that showcase their unique culinary perspectives.

The final challenge presents the ultimate test of heat tolerance as the chefs must create a dish that is so spicy, it can only be consumed by the bravest and boldest of eaters. With access to an array of deadly peppers, the contestants must create mouth-watering dishes that will leave a lasting impression on the judges, without becoming too spicy to consume.

Throughout the episode, Guy Fieri challenges the contestants to push their boundaries and take their cooking to the next level. With a focus on heat and flavor, this episode of Guy's Grocery Games is sure to set taste buds ablaze and showcase the talents of some of the best up-and-coming chefs in the business.

Tune in to "Spiciest!" to see which chef can handle the heat and come out on top in this fiery competition.