On March 17, Carlos Luis Andrade's journey on MasterChef Celebrity Ecuador came to an end when he was eliminated during the show's third season. The elimination challenge required contestants to prepare a dish featuring ají in just 45 minutes. Andrade opted for shrimp tacos with guava sauce, pico de gallo with mango, and yellow ají; however, the judges, including Jorge Rausch, Irene González, and Cecilia Cedeño, noted that the flavors and spice levels in his dish were lacking.

The elimination round also posed a threat to contestant Karime Borja, who prepared a breaded chicken with honey chipotle sauce and guajillo chili, accompanied by cauliflower foam, pickled radishes, and sesame. The judges criticized her dish for being too simple and noted that the sauce was excessively watery. Despite these critiques, Borja managed to avoid elimination, along with other competitors Andy Suzuki, Mara Topic, Josh Paredes, and El Jose, who also participated in the challenge.

In reality TV competitions such as MasterChef, eliminations serve as critical moments for contestants as they showcase not only culinary skills but also the ability to innovate under pressure. Andrade's departure indicates a heightened standard for flavor profiles this season, as the judges are demonstrating a discerning palate. As season three progresses, audiences can anticipate further surprises and culinary challenges that will test the remaining competitors.