EPISODE 1 NYC Top Chef

Melting Pot
Bravo's Emmy and James Beard Award-winning series Top Chef: New York returns for its fifth season, bringing seventeen promising chefs to The Big Apple. Drawing inspiration from New York's diverse cuisine, the chef's team up in their first challenge to shop in various neighborhoods around the city to ultimately craft dishes influenced by the ethnic flavors of their chosen districts. One of the world's most famous chefs and restaurateurs, Jean George Vongerichten, serves as guest judge. Guest Judge: Jean-Georges Vongerichten



Lamb Plate
Beef Skewer with Onions, and Lamb Chops with Tabouli, Hummus and Middle Eastern Yoghurt Sauce

Hummus:
Blend in Robot Coupe until smooth

Middle Eastern Yoghurt:
Mix all items together and serve.

Parsley Couscous Salad:
Mix all items together and serve.

Lamb Chops:
1. Marinade lamb with all spices and oil.
2. Sear in pan about a minute, each side.
3. Finish in oven at 375 degrees for 5 minutes.

Beef Skewer:
1. Skewer meat and onions and marinade with all the spices and the oil.
2. Sear in pan about a minute on each side.
3. Finish in oven about 375 degrees for about 5 minutes.

Mint Oil/Jimmy Chutney:
Mix together and serve.

Stefan