Chopped Night 2016

Posted: December 27th, 2016 | Author: Jonathon | Filed under: Food | 1 Comment »

The theme for the 6^th Annual Chopped Night was “Christmas Wrapping”: every dish had to include a specific kind of food that can be used to wrap other food.

Although the provisions of Chopped Night were far less strict than in previous years—only one required ingredient, any style of food accepted—I felt that this year everyone pushed themselves a little bit more, and it definitely showed! An exquisitely prepared and truly delicious seven-course meal was enjoyed by us all!

Menu

First Course

Wrap:

Prosciutto or Bacon

Chef:

Matt

Dish:

Prosciutto-Wrapped Scallop with Arugula Salad and Crostini

Second Course

Wrap:

Wonton Wrappers

Chef:

Jonathon

Dish:

Yam Rolls with Sage and Leek Hearts, Black Pepper Caramel Drizzle

Third Course

Wrap:

Lettuce

Chef:

Doug

Dish:

Chinese Five-Spice Pork Lettuce Wrap with Mirin Vinaigrette and Julienned Vegetables

Fourth Course

Wrap:

Dough or Pasta

Chef:

Elyse

Dish:

Present-Shaped Beet & Ricotta Ravioli with Poppy Seeds & Brown Butter

Fifth Course

Wrap:

Tortilla

Chef:

Shari

Dish:

“Holy Mole” Tortillas with Chicken, Vegetables, and Crunchy Puffed Rice

Sixth Course

Wrap:

Naan or Flatbread

Chef:

Ivan

Dish:

Rustic Spicy Chicken Curry with Homemade Naan

Final Course

Wrap:

Phyllo or Puff Pastry

Chef:

Leah

Dish:

Pear & Walnut Hand Pies

Preparation

Tasting