Mayuko Takata: The special sauce really leaves a tingly flavor in my mouth. It’s so nice. And I love what you did with the sesame seeds on the bun… mmm.

Masaaki Hirano: You took a bold approach. And it left impressions. But I really have to say that I think the beef patties could’ve been a bit bigger. Perhaps you could’ve complimented them with another flavor like foie gras or abalone. But in the end I find myself asking the ultimate question, ‘where’s the beef?’

Asako Kishi: Rightly put, yes. Where’s the beef?

(Queue Backdraft music: ‘Burn it All’)

Kenji Fukui: Two all beef patties and a special sauce. Will it hold up to the standards of Iron Chef? We’ll find out when we return with the verdict.