My Kitchen Rules NZ (series 2) is a reality television cooking programme which airs on the TVNZ TV2.
For 2015, TVNZ switched My Kitchen Rules NZ from TV One to TV2 and in the revamped series duos will go head-to-head with teams from other regions around New Zealand.[1] It premiered on 12 October 2015 and ended on 15 December 2015. The winning team, Jess and Stella, won the $100,000 prize money.
Team won the challenge, People's Choice or received the highest score for the round.
Team lost a challenge, cooked the weakest dish or received a low score and must compete in an additional round or challenge.
Safe
Team became safe from elimination after winning/passing the challenge.
SD
Team won the Sudden Death cook-off and is safe from elimination. Scores are out of 60.
SD
Team was eliminated after losing the Sudden Death cook-off or round. Scores are out of 60.
Immune
From winning the previous challenge, team was immune from elimination and was not required to participate.
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Results do not apply as the team was not allocated to this challenge or round.
Competition details
Instant restaurant round
Round 1
Episodes 1 to 5
Airdate – 12 to 26 Oct 2015
Description – Teams were to transform their homes into an 'Instant Restaurant', serving opposing teams and judges a three course meal (Entree, Main and Dessert). All teams are judged and scored by the other teams, and also by Ben and Gareth.
Description – Teams were to transform their homes into an 'Instant Restaurant', serving opposing teams and judges a three course meal (Entree, Main and Dessert). All teams are judged and scored by the other teams, and also by Ben and Gareth.
Description – Two teams of gatecrashers join – Ben & Reagan and Jess & Stella. The teams head into the first challenge to serve a dish. The crowd will vote by donating for their favourite dish and the 2 teams who raise the most donations will receive People's Choice, sending both teams safe from Rapid Cook-Off and Showdown. Judges Ben and Gareth eliminate the weakest team and sent the second weakest team directly into the first Sudden Death Cook-Off. All other surviving teams are through to next showdown.
People's Choice
Team
Dish
Result
AUK
HC: Hannah & Cathy
BOLITAS DE QUESO with Creme Fraiche, Yogurt and Lemon Zest
FRENCH TOAST[12] with Caramel Apples, Berry Compote and Vanilla Mascarpone
WIN: People's Choice. Immune.
MWT
KB: Kimberley & Brooke
COURGETTE AND FETA FRITTERS with Tomato Chutney
COTTAGE CHEESE CAKES with Berry Compote and Honey Vanilla Syrup
IN: Through to Rapid Cook-off
AUK
BR: Ben & Reagan
BARBEQUE PORK BUNS with Hoisin Satay Sauce and Apple Slaw
LOW: Through to Sudden Death
WGN
JS: Jess & Stella
GRILLED LAMB KOFTA with Flatbread and Tzatziki
IN: Through to Rapid Cook-off
Rapid cook-off
45min magic box challenge by Nosh
Episode 12
Airdate – 17 November 2015
Description – Each box consist of a protein and two complementary ingredients. All teams are required to use all the ingredients in the box and make the protein the star of the dish.
Showdown – Catch of the day (Battle of the fishes)
Description – The teams are paired with the catch of the day, Gurnard or Trevally. The team which produces the best Gurnard and Trevally Dish will be safe from Sudden Death. The losing teams will compete in the Double Elimination Sudden Death.
RAPID COOK-OFF – Magic Box Challenge
SHOWDOWN – Catch of the day
Team
Dish
Result
Dish
Result
HKB
MH: Monique & Henry
Turkey and Bacon Meatballs with Peanut and Coconut Cream Sauce
IN: Through to Showdown
Gurnard Fish & Chips with Chargrilled Zucchini and Tomato Salsa
SAFE: Winners
CAN
CR: Cheryl & Ruth
Salt-Baked Beef Fillet with Celeriac Remoulade
SAFE: Winners
N/A (Immune)
OTA
TJ: Travis & Jeremy
N/A (Immune)
WKO
JS: Jay & Sarah
Venison Pie with Roast Broccoli and Cherry Chutney
LOW: Through to Sudden Death
N/A (Through to Sudden Death)
MWT
LS: Lauren & Simon
Seared Lamb with Parsnip Puree, Beetroot and Feta Salad
IN: Through to Showdown
Oven-Baked Trevally[13] with Creamy Leeks, Roast Potatoes and Tomato Sauce
SAFE: Winners
AUK
WZ: William & Zoe
N/A (Immune)
MWT
KB: Kimberley & Brooke
Pan-fried Salmon[14] with Poached Fennel and Horseradish Broth
IN: Through to Showdown
Asian-Style Trevally with Coconut Rice and Stir-Fried Vegetables
LOW: Through to Sudden Death
AUK
BR: Ben & Reagan
N/A (Through to Sudden Death)
WGN
JS: Jess & Stella
Pan-Seared Duck Breast[15] with Baby Carrots and Cauliflower Puree
IN: Through to Showdown
Pan-Fried Gurnard[16] with Salsa Verde, Roast Beans and Crispy Potatoes
LOW: Through to Sudden Death
Sudden death
Episode 13
Airdate – 23 November 2015
Description – In a double elimination, the teams compete in the first sudden death cook-off.
Crusted Lamb Rack with Polenta Chips, Pea Puree and Red Pepper Sauce
Dessert
Dropped Choc Top with Mandarin Basil Ice Cream and Honey Rosemary Tuile Cone
WGN
JS: Jess & Stella
7
6
7
6
7
7
40
SAFE
Dishes
Entree
Butternut Ravioli with Burnt Butter and Sage Sauce
Main
Venison with Pea Puree, Brussels Sprouts, Kumara and Potato Gratin
Dessert
Chocolate Fondant with Vanilla Bean Ice Cream
Sudden death – Round 4
People's choice 2: Training day challenge
Episode 14
Airdate – 24 November 2015
Description – The teams headed into the Ponsonby Rugby Club field for their second challenge. The players will vote for their favourite dish and the team with the highest votes will receive People's Choice, sending the team safe from both the Rapid Cook-Off and Showdown. Judges Ben and Gareth send the weakest team directly into the second Sudden Death Cook-Off. All other surviving teams are through to next showdown.
People's Choice
Team
Juniors
Seniors
Result
HKB
MH: Monique & Henry
Spaghetti Bolognese
Puku Miti Pita Pocket with Marinated Steak and Salad
WIN: People's Choice. Immune.
CAN
CR: Cheryl & Ruth
Meatlover's Pizza
Lamp Chops with Israeli Couscous
IN: Through to Rapid Cook-off
OTA
TJ: Travis & Jeremy
Sticky Pork Fingers
Hunters Assaghai
IN: Through to Rapid Cook-off
WKO
JS: Jay & Sarah
Beef and Carrot Kebab with Teriyaki Sauce
Hearty Open Burger with Capsicum and Pineapple Relish
LOW: Through to Rapid Cook-off
MWT
LS: Lauren & Simon
Raw Energy Balls
Onion Bhaji with Mango Chutney
IN: Through to Rapid Cook-off
AUK
WZ: William & Zoe
Fish Fingers with Coleslaw and Aioli
Ultimate Steak Sandwich
IN: Through to Rapid Cook-off
WGN
JS: Jess & Stella
Satay Beef Kebab
Mushroom and Steak Sandwich
LOW: Through to Sudden Death
Kitchen cook off – TBD
Episode 15
Airdate – 30 November 2015
Description – Meat eater and beer drinker paradise. Rapid cook off: teams must cook one Entree and one main, using their given cuts of beef and lamb. Bar snack: teams must cook one bar snack dish and twin this with a choice of one of four beers.
White Chocolate Mousse with Ginger Crumb, Meringue Shards & Passionfruit Gel
AUK
WZ: William & Zoe
8
8
9
9
8
8
50
SAFE
Dishes
Entree
Seared Tuna with Avocado Wasabi Puree & Sesame Dressing
Main
Lamb Backstrap with Smoky Eggplant & Pearl Barley
Dessert
Bombe Alaska
WGN
JS: Jess & Stella
9
9
8
9
9
9
53
SAFE
Dishes
Entree
Kingfish Ceviche with Cucumber & Radish
Main
Spice-rubbed Beef Fillet with Parsnip & Beetroot
Dessert
Salted Caramel Pear Tart with Cinnamon Ice Cream
Sudden death – Round 5
People's choice 3: School meal challenge
Episode 17
Airdate – 7 December 2015
Description – The top five teams cook a five-course degustation dinner for students and guests at Auckland's Pakuranga College. The lowest scoring team is eliminated as the remaining four teams are ranked into the semifinals. The Winners of the challenge are paired with the fourth placed team for the first Semi-final cook-off while the remaining two teams will be competing in the second Semi-final.
Description – 2 Teams in the second semi-final cook-off. The lower scoring team is eliminated and the other team becomes the second team to proceed into the grand final.
Duck Breast with Truffle Cauliflower Mash, Spinach and Stuffing Crumb
Dessert
Brandy Snap with White Chocolate and Lime Parfait
WGN
JS: Jess & Stella
8
8
8
7
8
8
47
IN: Through to Grand Final
Dishes
Entree
Beef Carpaccio
Main
Lamb Loin with Carrot, Onion and Peas
Dessert
Doughnuts with White Chocolate Mousse and Blueberry Ice Cream
Grand-finals
Episode 20
Airdate – 15 December 2015
Description – In the final cook-off for the series, the top two teams face-off in the ultimate grand final. Teams each cook a five course degustation in the format of a cold entree, hot entree, seafood main, meat main and dessert. 20 plates of each course, totalling 100 plates per team were served to all eliminated teams, friends and family. Guest judges returned for the final verdict of awarding the $100,000 prize to the winners. Teams also wear chef attire and have their Instant Restaurant represented.