The elimination challenge centered around citrus . Contestants had to create either a sweet or savory dish where citrus was the hero ingredient.
In a rare move, all three judges participated in the challenge to provide inspiration (and added pressure) for the home cooks. MasterChef Season 9 - Episode 12
Contestants found a frying pot and oil in their boxes. They were tasked with creating a restaurant-quality dish featuring a deep-fried element in 45 minutes. The elimination challenge centered around citrus