The Top 12 face their third skills test in the MasterChef kitchen and replicate the proper way to break down a halibut. Those who fail to impress the judges are then tasked with creating a stunning original dish using their broken-down fish. Some contestants yield a bountiful filet, while others offer up a poor portion of protein. Ultimately, the judges decide who is left floundering and sent home.

Masterchef (US) Season 9 Episodes...

• s09e01 - The Judges Do Battle (1)
• s09e02 - The Judges Do Battle (2)
• s09e03 - The Judges Do Battle (3)
• s09e04 - Home State Heroes
• s09e05 - Gordon Ramsay Masterclass
• s09e06 - Trouble Brewing
• s09e07 - World Cup Dishes
• s09e08 - A Gordon Ramsay Wedding
• s09e09 - The Big Not Easy
• s09e10 - Rise or Fall
• s09e11 - The Kids are Alright
• s09e12 - Frying Tonight
• s09e13 - Just for the Halibut
• s09e14 - Sky's the Limit
• s09e15 - Tag Team
• s09e16 - American Heroes
• s09e17 - Waste Not Want Not
• s09e18 - Restaurant Takeover
• s09e19 - Cooking With Heart
• s09e20 - Battle of the Beef
• s09e21 - The Semi Final
• s09e22 - Season Finale (1)
• s09e23 - Season Finale (2)

Masterchef (US) Show Summary

MasterChef is based on the British BBC series MasterChef. The competition takes place in the MasterChef soundstage located in Los Angeles, CA which includes a large kitchen area with several cooking stations which is overlooked by a balcony, a well-stocked pantry, a freezer/fridge area and a fine-dining restaurant/seating dining area room used for certain challenges.

"MasterChef" is a show that celebrates great people who make great food. The show will give contestants the opportunity to develop their cooking skills while being encouraged, mentored and celebrated by the industry's best!