On Tuesday's episode of Chopped, the following four chefs competed for the title of Chopped Champion and $10K:
Ted Hirsch, Executive Chef of Blind Barber in CA
Josh Cohen, Chef & Owner of 3 restaurants (Amelia, Jimmys & Jimmys Dinner) in NY
Lindsay McClain, Chef de Cuisine of Jamonera in PA
Vinny Tardo, Executive Chef of Saffire Restaurant in TN
In the Appetizer Round, the chefs had 20 minutes to create a meal using Falafel Mix, Chickory, Habanero Peppers, and Date Paste.
Ted made Spicy Falafel Seasoned Mushroom Salad with Date Reduction
Josh made Fried Falafel with Sautéed Chickory
Lindsay made Pan Seared Falafel with Sautéed Chickory
Vinny made Wilted Chickory Bread Salad with Date Reduction
Chopped: Chef Ted Hirsch. The judges felt that the placement of his date puree on top of his salad was a misstep.
For the Entrée Round, the mystery basket contained Mostarda, Swai Fillets, Chicken Livers, and Turnips.
Josh made Baked Swai Fillet with Dirty Lentils
Lindsay made Pan-Fried Swai Fillet with Turnip & Mostarda Slaw
Vinny served Pan Seared Swai with Haircot vert Liver Saute
Chopped: Chef Vinny Tardo. The judges felt that he overcooked his livers.
The Dessert Round, challenged the chefs with Carob Molasses, White Chocolate Chips, Nougat Biscuits, and Raspberries.
Lindsay made Mascarpone Stuffed Nougat Cookie with Molasses Ice Cream
Josh made Panna Cotta with Rice Noodles Churros
Chopped: Chef Josh Cohen. The judges felt that his Panna Cotta did not work out.
Chopped Champion: Chef Lindsay McClain. She won $10,000.
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