Chopped, April 16, 2024, Food Network, “A Bunch of Abalone!”

The high-stakes culinary competition Chopped returns with a new episode, “A Bunch of Abalone!,” challenging four chefs with unique personalities to showcase their skills and creativity.

In this episode, airing on Food Network on Tuesday April 16, the chefs are in for a surprise as they encounter a sea creature they have never worked with before—abalone. A fryer battle ensues, and the pressure is on to create impressive dishes. The entrée round features steak, but the chefs must ace the doneness to impress the judges. Adding to the challenge, a condiment made with worms is a squirmy surprise in the dessert round.

Abalone, a type of marine gastropod mollusk, is known for its rich, flavorful meat, often considered a delicacy. It is highly prized for its culinary and decorative value, with its shell featuring an iridescent mother-of-pearl pattern.

The chefs will need to draw on their skills and quick thinking to create innovative dishes that showcase the unique qualities of abalone. From appetizers to desserts, they will need to impress the judges and avoid being “chopped” from the competition.

Chopped: A Bunch of Abalone! airs on Food Network at 8.00 pm on Tuesday, April 16, 2024.