'MasterChef: Generations' star Chris Murton's ribeye gets a reality check from Joe Bastianich
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: In the latest episode of 'MasterChef: Generations,' Chris Murton, a contestant known for his classic cooking style, found himself in hot water once again. Chris prepared a ribeye dish aiming to impress the judges, particularly Joe Bastianich, known for his exacting standards. However, Chris encountered unexpected obstacles during his preparation.
Chris, having landed in the bottom three in the previous challenge, was determined to redeem himself. Opting for a classic approach, he chose to prepare a ribeye steak, believing that showcasing his mastery of a tried-and-true dish would demonstrate his culinary skills effectively.
Chris carefully selected a high-quality, aged ribeye and paired it with a simple yet flavorful accompaniment of garlic mashed potatoes and sautéed vegetables. As the contestants cooked, judges Gordon Ramsay, Aarón Sánchez, and Joe Bastianich made their rounds to observe the cooking process and offer advice.
When Joe approached Chris's station, he voiced concerns about the simplicity of the dish. Joe reminded Chris that while a ribeye steak can be delicious, in a competition of this caliber, it needs to stand out and be executed perfectly.
'Masterchef: Generations' judge Joe Bastianich left unimpressed with Murton's dish
Despite Joe's concerns, Chris persisted with his plan to prepare the rib-eye, confident that his technique and flavors would impress. When it came time for the judges to taste the dishes, Chris presented his ribeye with assurance. The steak was cooked to a perfect medium-rare, and the sides were well-seasoned.
However, Joe was not entirely impressed. He pointed out that while the steak was cooked properly, it lacked the creativity and wow factor needed to distinguish it from the other dishes. Joe also noted that Chris's plating was somewhat basic and did not elevate the presentation. Unfortunately for Chris, his ribeye dish landed him in the bottom two.
'MasterChef: Generations' judges labeled Chris Murton's dish an 'epic disaster'
In the last episode of 'MasterChef: Generations,' contestant Chris Murton, known as Murt, faced a major setback with his signature dish, Chicken Mango Curry with Green Tea Cilantro Rice, Jalapeño Salsa, and Crispy Chicken Skin. Murt, known for his confidence in classic curry recipes, presented his creation with high expectations. However, the judges' feedback proved unexpectedly harsh.
Joe Bastianich did not hold back, describing the dish as "spicy baby food." He criticized it for its taste and appearance, comparing it unfavorably to baby food. The main concern was the excessive sweetness of the mango in the curry, which Aaron Sánchez noted had overshadowed other flavors, resulting in an unbalanced dish lacking depth.
Additionally, the Green Tea Cilantro Rice was criticized for being under-seasoned, compounding the dish's shortcomings. The judges collectively labeled it an "epic disaster," a critique that surprised Murt, who had consistently received praise for the dish outside the competition, according to him.
Tune in to 'MasterChef: Generations' every Wednesday at 8 pm ET on Fox to follow the remaining contestants as they continue to compete for the title.
