Chopped "No Pain, No Shame" Recap (11/26/13)

Tonight's episode of Chopped featured four talented chefs competing for the title of Chopped Champion:

Tek Moore, Executive Chef
Jonah Frazier, Executive Chef
Kristen Gregory, Executive Chef
Jason Rivas, Chef de Cuisine

In the Appetizer Round, the chefs were tasked with creating a dish using Smoked Catfish, Ricotta Salata, Giant Jaw Breakers, and Watermelon Soda.

Chef Kristen made Smoked Catfish Soup with Spicy Spinach
Chef Jonah made Soupe de Poisson with Watermelon Soda & Jawbreaker Sauce
Chef Tek made Tempura Fried Smoked Catfish and Ricotta Salata Croquettes
Chef Jason made Smoked Catfish Ceviche Tacos with Ricotta Salata

Chopped: Chef Jonah. The judges felt that his sauce was not executed properly.


The Entree Round featured Lamb Tagine, Miso Paste, Croissant Donuts, and Zucchini Blossoms.

Chef Jason prepared Lamb Stew with Moroccan Spices & Asian Noodles
Chef Kristen made a Lamb & Goat Cheese Stuffed Squash Blossoms with Bread Pudding
Chef Tek made Miso Braised Lamb with French Toast & Charred Onion Soubise
 

Chopped: Chef Jason. The judges felt like he did not re purpose the lamb tagine enough. 

The Dessert Round challenged the chefs to use Blueberry Scones, Ginger Preserves, Rosemary, and Gjetost Cheese. 

Chef Tek prepared Blueberry Scone Crumble with Gjetost Rosemary Sauce
Chef Kristen served Lemon Mousse Tart With a Blueberry Rosemary Crust

Chopped: Chef Tek. The judges felt that separately the components on her plate were delicious, but together the components did not make a dessert.

 

Winner: Chef Kristen is crowned the Chopped Champion and wins $10,000.