Masterchef Season 9 - Episode 12 May 2026

The elimination challenge centered around citrus . Contestants had to create either a sweet or savory dish where citrus was the hero ingredient.

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. MasterChef Season 9 - Episode 12

In a rare move, all three judges participated in the challenge to provide inspiration (and added pressure) for the home cooks. The elimination challenge centered around citrus

Shanika Patterson won the Mystery Box challenge, earning a significant advantage for the next round. They were tasked with creating a restaurant-quality dish

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After a difficult round particularly for the bakers, SJ (Seung-Joo Yun) was eliminated from the competition. Where to Watch

Often hosts past seasons for free with ads; check the MasterChef S09:E12 page . Apple TV: Available for purchase on Apple TV . Watch MasterChef S09:E12 - Frying Tonight - Free TV Shows