Ep 2. Celebrity: Hawaiian Pig And Poke

In the second episode of season 9 of Worst Cooks in America, the competition heats up as the celebrity recruits take on a new challenge: preparing a traditional Hawaiian pig roast and poke. The recruits are split into two teams, led by chefs Anne Burrell and Tyler Florence.

Before getting started, the recruits are taken to a local market to source fresh ingredients for their dishes. While some recruits are confident navigating the unfamiliar ingredients, others struggle to identify basic items like onions. The chefs are determined to push their recruits to their culinary limits, helping them learn valuable cooking skills and techniques along the way.

Once in the kitchen, the recruits get to work on prepping and cooking their dishes. The pig roast proves to be a particular challenge, with many recruits struggling to portion and carve the meat correctly.

Throughout the cooking process, the chefs offer guidance and feedback, teaching the recruits how to properly season, marinate, and cook their dishes. They also provide tips on presentation, reminding the recruits that looks are just as important as taste.

As the clock ticks down, the pressure amps up for the recruits as they rush to finish their dishes in time for presentation to a panel of judges. The judges, consisting of professional chefs and food critics, are tasked with tasting the dishes and declaring a winning team.

The episode serves as a reminder that even those with celebrity status can struggle in the kitchen, and the journey towards becoming a competent cook is one that requires patience, dedication, and a willingness to learn.