Chefs compete to become the next Iron Chef and appear on the show Iron Chef America: The Series (2004).
Where to Watch The Next Iron Chef • Season 5: Redemption
8 Episodes
Resourcefulness
E1
ResourcefulnessThese chefs must re-live their experiences on the previous competitions and redeem themselves.
Innovation
E2
InnovationThe chefs create an innovative take on international classics.
Simplicity
E3
SimplicityOriginal Farmers Market in Los Angeles; photographer Todd Selby captures each chef's personality in a single snapshot; the chefs must use these photos as inspiration for putting one of their opponents' personalities on a plate
Transformation
E4
TransformationThe remaining 7 use American condiments to make a dish they choose; transform fair food into Iron Chef level dishes in an hour.
Risk
E5
RiskAn ingredient auction where the currency is the chef's cooking time.
Fusion
E6
FusionThe chefs are asked to fuse unusual ingredients into something new.
Transcendence
E7
TranscendenceThe chefs must create a buffet that is Las Vegas style.
Passion and Respect
E8
Passion and RespectEach judge selects an ingredient and will shape the chefs ''last supper'' in Las Vegas.