Ep 3. Episode 3

In MasterChef Australia season 11 episode 3, the judges, Gary, Matt, and George introduce the contestants to the mystery box challenge. The contestants are given a box filled with a variety of ingredients, and they have to create a dish using the ingredients from the box, plus a maximum of five pantry staples. The twist in this challenge is that certain ingredients in the box are not what they seem, for example, a tomato might be filled with something else, which the contestants have to incorporate into their dish.

The contestants have to think on their feet to create a unique and tasty dish using the mystery ingredients. Many of the contestants are stumped by the mystery box challenge, and some struggle to come up with creative ways to use the ingredients. However, a few contestants stand out with their innovative dishes. The judges taste each dish and comment on the flavors and presentation.

Gary, Matt, and George then announce the winner of the mystery box challenge, who gets an advantage in the following challenge. The winner gets to choose between two different key ingredients for the next challenge. The judges tell the contestants that they must incorporate either pork or prawns into their dishes.

The contestants rush to the pantry to gather their ingredients, and then start preparing their dishes. The judges walk around the kitchen, observing and offering advice to the contestants. The contestants are under a lot of pressure, as they have only an hour and a half to create and perfect their dishes.

After the time is up, the contestants line up with their dishes, and the judges taste and critique each dish. Some contestants impress the judges with their creativity and innovation, while others fall short with their execution. The judges then announce the top dishes, and the contestants who prepared them are given a chance to compete in the immunity challenge.

In the immunity challenge, the contestants compete against the guest chef to create a dish using a specific ingredient. The guest chef is a master of their cuisine, and the contestants have to impress them with their dish. The contestant who creates the best dish wins immunity for the next round, and is safe from elimination.

Overall, MasterChef Australia season 11 episode 3 is filled with exciting challenges and intense competition. The mystery box challenge tests the contestants' creativity and ability to think on their feet, while the pork and prawn challenge allows them to showcase their skills in the kitchen. Finally, the immunity challenge offers a chance for one contestant to secure their spot in the competition, while the others continue to fight for their place.