2. What Kids Hate the Most

Candy and cake are perfect for a kids' party. How about broccoli, liver and cauliflower? Abel Hernández and Gabriela Ruiz battle to prove it's possible.

3. Japan, Mexican-Style

Can Mexican and Japanese cuisines be harmoniously mixed? Chef Adria Marina and Iron Chef Roberto Solís will remove any doubt using edible cactus.

4. A Many-Legged Meal

Slimy yet satisfying! Challenger Chef Diana Dávila and Iron Chef Francisco Ruano clash in this thrilling duel using a creepy, crawly ingredient.

5. A Street Food Battle

Iron Chef Gabriela Ruiz and Challenger Chef Claudia Albertina Ruiz face off in a creative but competitive gourmet street food fight using tasty cacao.

6. A Bloodless Battle

Chef Claudette Zepeda and Iron Chef Francisco Ruano face off in an intense vegan duel using jackfruit — without shedding any blood (human or otherwise).

7. Nothing Spicier Than...Dessert?

Iron Chef Roberto Solís battles two challengers in a war of desserts. But there's a catch: the chefs must use the two hottest chili peppers in America.

8. The Grand Finale: A Battle to the Death

One hungry challenger and three Iron Chefs. The mythical katana is on the table. The most epic cooking battle is about to start in Kitchen Stadium.