
Hetal was the winner and received a white apron.


The next battle was between four contestants - Amanda, Derrick, Nate and Moniza in lamb. Tommy won the battle and received a white apron. The next battle was between Stephen and Tommy in pork tenderloin. The first battle was between Claudia and Andrew in shrimp, and Claudia emerged as the winner and received the first MasterChef white apron.

Contestants with similar signature dishes were put together against each other to decide which was the best home cook among them. Auditions Round 1: The Top 20 contestants were given a surprise once they arrived at the MasterChef kitchen that they would be facing another 20 contestants in head-to-head battles to decide who would be receiving a white apron.The contestants were (relative to their placement):Įpisode 601 (U.S.) - Let the Battle Commence This season is tied with Season 5 for having 22 contestants to compete on the show.
