Chorizo, Chayote, and Chickpea Sauté

In developing this recipe, I wanted something to blow the flavor palates of the judges out of the water. I wanted to create a dish that I had never seen done, something that would deliver on both texture and flavor, and something that would show my evolution as a cook during my MasterChef journey.

This dish calls for fresh chickpeas, but I know that won’t be an option in many regions. Don’t fret—canned chickpeas are a great substitute—but if you can get your hands on some fre